Y
Library Assistant I - Public Service Substitute
General
Customer-Service
Administrative
Full Time
Permanent
Part Time
0-1
DOE
Direct Employer
https://krls.org/job-list-page/
N
Wadena
MN
56482
United States
MN: Brainerd
Position Title: Library Assistant I – Public Service, Substitute
Location: Wadena City Library
Hours: Hours variable, as needed
Position available: Immediate

Position Description:
This is a part-time substitute position responsible for providing library services directly to library users in accordance
with Kitchigami Regional Library (KRL) policies and procedures. This person will be supervised by the Branch Manager
and will work in cooperation with other staff members and volunteers to provide library service to the public.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:
• Performing circulation, reference, and other public service duties.
• Compiling statistics and completing reports as required.
• Maintaining current knowledge of authors, materials, and information services.
• Operating branch or department as designated by branch or department manager.
• Completing special projects as assigned.
Substitute staff work will include evenings and Saturdays in accordance with branch hours as listed on www.krls.org.

Qualifications and Skills:
• Prior library experience or a combination of education and experience necessary to perform job duties.
• Prior customer service experience.
• Knowledge of computers, technology, and basic understanding of computer operations.
• Knowledge of Internet search engines and databases.
• Basic understanding of public library functions and the Dewey Decimal System.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.

Wage: $15.06 per hour; Benefits include paid sick leave. Covered by Worker’s Compensation, Unemployment Compensation, Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) if qualified, MN Paid Family Leave, and Social Security. Probationary period 6 months.

Application Procedure:
Application forms and job description are available at all branch locations within KRL and can be found online at
www.krls.org (or by clicking on the ''apply'' button).

Applications will be accepted until May 22, 2026, at Wadena City Library or may be mailed to:
Wadena City Library, Attn: Branch Manager, 210 First Street SW, Wadena, MN 56482.

Only applicants meeting the requirements specified will be considered for interviews, and not all applicants may be
interviewed.