The Algoma Public Library is seeking an innovative, self-motivated, technology-savvy librarian to work with the Children (ages birth to 13) in our community and support the library. The ideal candidate enjoys working with children; readily adapts to constant change; is comfortable both with current technologies and learning new ones; projects a helpful, welcoming personality, and is well organized. Coursework or experience in children's services is a plus. This position is 35 hours a week (including some evenings) with an additional 85 hours on Saturdays throughout the year.
 
The Algoma Public Library is a member of the Nicolet Federated Library System and the OWLSnet consortium, located on the shore of Lake Michigan, serves a municipal community of 3,219, and provides library services to non-municipal residents of Kewaunee County.
 
The Children's Librarian is under the direct supervision of the Library Director and is responsible for the planning and execution of programming for the Children in the community including two story hours (birth to toddler & toddler to kindergarten) each week.
 
Qualifications
  • Full Time Librarians must hold an Associate Degree or have at least two years of college or university, or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, skills and abilities. 
  • Strong communication and organizational skills
  • Comfort with and ability to use technology
  • Effective customer services skills needed
  • Some children's services or related work is a plus

Full-time benefits include health insurance, life insurance, paid vacation/sick/holiday/bereavement, and the City’s contribution to the Wisconsin Retirement System.

Pay Rate based on education and experience. 
 
Application form can be found here. Applications due Monday, April 17 at 4pm.
 
Please send/email a resume, cover letter, and completed application form by Monday, April 17 at 4pm to: 
 
Cathy Kolbeck, Director
Algoma Public Library
406 Fremont Street
Algoma, WI 54201
920-487-2295
ckolbeck@algomapubliclibrary.org
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 City of Algoma Application