Job Description
Join Milwaukee's premier library system as a Senior Library Assistant and elevate your career with competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits. We're seeking a passionate professional to deliver exceptional service while managing complex library operations in a dynamic urban environment. Enjoy a supportive culture, professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a meaningful impact on Milwaukee's diverse communities.
Responsibilities
- Manage patron circulation services including check-in/out, renewals, and fines resolution
- Oversee digital resource management including cataloging, metadata maintenance, and database administration
- Lead community outreach initiatives including literacy programs and educational workshops
- Supervise library assistants and volunteers in daily operations and special projects
- Implement collection development strategies and acquisition procedures
- Coordinate interlibrary loan systems and resource sharing networks
- Conduct reference interviews and provide in-depth research assistance
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field required
- 3+ years of progressive library experience with supervisory duties
- Advanced proficiency in integrated library systems (ILS) and digital resource management
- Strong knowledge of cataloging standards (RDA, MARC) and metadata schemas
- Exceptional customer service skills with multilingual capabilities preferred
- Experience with grant writing and program development for community initiatives
- Valid Wisconsin driver's license and ability to travel between library branches
- Certification in library technology or information management preferred