Part-time Librarian

Salary: $29.68 - $37.63 Hourly Location : New Berlin Public Library, 15105 Library Ln., WI Job Type: Part-time Job Number: 202600021 Department: Public Library Department Division: Library Opening Date: 06/22/2026 Closing Date: 7/5/2026 4:30 PM Central POSITION SUMMARY The Librarian is responsible for performing professional work in a variety of capacities to include provision of reference services; develop, plan, and deliver programming and outreach services for target audiences; collection development and purchasing of materials and supplies; monitor program budgets, report and record program statistics. Librarians also evaluate library collections, services, programs and outreach events for relevancy and impact on lifelong learning and community connection. ESSENTIAL DUTIES ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Perform reference assistance, bibliographic instruction, reader's advisory, and patron assistance services. Working knowledge of the Library's digital content on a variety of platforms and are able to assist patrons on a variety of devices. Recommend materials for purchase in assigned areas; catalog and classify library materials; weed collection and manage inventories in assigned areas. Assist in the library's web administrative functions, create content and market across social media platforms. Develop and implement program and outreach offerings. Perform other duties as assigned. RESPONSIBILITIES To provide informational services to patrons at the New Berlin Public Library for 20 hours per week. QUALIFICATIONS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university Master of Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited library school. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Candidates with 1-2 years of experience in professional library environment. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Understanding of basic library principles, procedures, technology, goals and philosophy of service. Ability to use knowledge and training to serve the needs of the library productively. Ability to communicate and work with patrons and co-workers effectively. Ability to plan and implement library services. Ability to comprehend and follow instructions, verbally and in written form, in a timely manner. Ability to work independently with limited supervision. -Must have broad experience or knowledge of social media and content creation and ability to implement digital media strategies. Good oral, written and computer skills; must be able to assist patrons with computer-related questions. Ability to gather statistics, analyze information, and write reports and grants. Ability to understand library policies and procedures and apply them to library operations. Must have proficiency with Microsoft Office products. Willingness to maintain skills in the above mentioned areas through active participation in appropriate library skills learning experiences. SUPPLMENTAL INFORMATION PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Task involves sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Task involves extended period of time at a keyboard. ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS None. This position is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions. SENSORY REQUIREMENTS The task requires close visual acuity to perform various activities. The task requires oral communications ability. The task requires sound perception. PART-TIME EMPLOYEE BENEFITS 2025 **Please note that these descriptions are general statements and all benefits will be determined by the applicable plan documents in effect. Benefits are subject to change and may not be enrolled without meeting qualifying event deadlines and necessary eligibility. SICK LEAVE Leave is accumulated on a pro-rated basis to be equivalent to one (1) day per month based upon a full-time schedule. Hours are accumulated year to year with a pro-rated percent paid out upon retirement. Employees who are in their first 60 calendar days of employment are not permitted to utilize any leave, but upon completion of 60 days shall be credited with leave allowance from the date of hire. WISCONSIN RETIREMENT Employees of the City of New Berlin who work an average of 24+ hours a week are automatically enrolled in the Wisconsin Retirement System. The City and the Employee contributes to the pension. For further information see DEFERRED COMPENSATION (Section 457 Plan) The City of New Berlin offers deferred compensation plans to allow employees to supplement their retirement income. Any amounts contributed are paid for fully by employee on a pre-tax or post-tax basis. The City offers two choices with VOYA or Wisconsin Deferred Compensation. For further information, consult with the Human Resources Department. WORKER'S COMPENSATION Employees will receive worker's compensation benefits based on state laws. DIRECT DEPOSIT All employees are required to have their full payroll checks direct deposited in a bank or credit union of their choice. HOLIDAYS Part-time employees shall receive payment for the following holidays which would otherwise be a workday under their regular schedule in the amount they would have received for working had the holiday not occurred: New Year's Day Thanksgiving Day Good Friday Day after Thanksgiving Memorial Day Christmas Eve Independence Day Christmas Day Labor Day New Year's Eve VACATION Part-time employees amount of vacation is based on the prorated amount of hours they are scheduled to work. For example, if a part time employee is scheduled for 20 hours a week. Then for the prorated amount it would be 20 hours divided by 40 hours x the vacation amount of hours for years of service. For example for 1 year it would be 20/40 x 96 hours (12 days) = 48 hours After one (1) year of employment12 daysAfter three (3) years of employment13 daysAfter five (5) years of employment15 daysAfter seven (7) years of employment17 daysAfter ten (10) years of employment20 daysAfter fourteen (14) years of employment23 daysAfter fifteen (15) years of employment24 daysAfter nineteen (19) years of employment27 daysAfter twenty (20) years of employment29 days FLEX TIME Individual departments may use a flex time work schedule subject to the conditions outlined in the FLSA policy. COMP TIME Comp time may be accrued per FLSA Policy. EAP (EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM) The Aurora EAP is available to employees and family members residing in the household.