Library Program and Outreach Coordinator

The Platteville Public Library is seeking an outgoing, service-oriented, and collaborative professional to join our team as our Programming and Outreach Coordinator. The ideal candidate will exemplify the library’s values and service standards and will uphold our mission through their work coordinating library outreach, forming community relationships, planning and executing programs, and developing library collections.   

Additional Responsibilities: 

• Staffing public service desks
• Training and supervising volunteers 
• Providing reader’s advisory
• Marketing library programs and resources through social media and local news sources
• Attending workshops and meetings as needed

Minimum Education/Experience: Bachelor’s degree or previous library work required.  ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library and Information Science preferred

Schedule: This is a full-time (40 hours/week) position. Work includes evening and weekend hours.

Wage & Benefits: Starting wage of $24.17/hour. The City of Platteville offers unmatched employee benefits, including participation in Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS), health insurance with low monthly premiums and a $300 max out-of-pocket cost for care, generous paid time off (112 hours in first year plus additional sick leave), and employer paid life insurance and long-term disability.

How to Apply: 

Qualified persons should submit:

• Cover letter
• Resume
• Completed City of Platteville Employment Application

Electronic applications are encouraged and should be sent to director@plattevillepubliclibrary.org.

Paper application materials are acceptable and should be sent to:

Jessie Lee-Jones
Platteville Public Library
225 W Main St
Platteville, WI 53818

Open until filled. Applications will begin being reviewed on April 29, 2024.

The City of Platteville is an Equal Opportunity Employer