The Burlington Public Library is accepting applications for Shelvers. Primary responsibilities in this job include checking-in returned library items, shelving library materials accurately, assisting library patrons with basic directional requests, and helping to maintain the clean and welcoming atmosphere in the library.
Burlington Public Library is located in southeastern Wisconsin, with a municipal population of 10,980 and a service population of 19,500. We are a member of the SHARE Library Consortium, serving Racine, Walworth, Kenosha, and Rock Counties.
Compensation: Starting wage is $9.00/hour
Hours: Approximately 8-12 hours per week. All hours will be in the evening or on the weekend.
A City of Burlington Employment Application form is required to be submitted as part of this position recruitment. This form may be obtained here:
http://burlington-wi.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1005/Application-for-Employment-Fillable-Form
Complete the application form and upload it as part of the online application.
Please apply no later than 9am on Tuesday, November 17, 2026.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Performs alpha-numeric sorting and filing tasks.
- Checks in and arranges returned materials on book carts and reshelves them in proper order.
- Maintains correct order and straightens materials on the shelves or in the collection while shelving and in other assigned areas.
- Empties bookdrop and takes returned materials to proper place for check in.
- Assists with training of new shelvers, as directed.
- Assists with outside maintenance of walkways as required, including shoveling.
- Assists with routine inside maintenance as required.
- Answers simple directional requests and refers more in-depth questions to appropriate personnel.
- Performs other related work as assigned.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
- Minimum age of 16.
- Paid or volunteer library experience preferred.
Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Ability to understand and perform routine library procedures.
- Ability to sort efficiently in alphabetic or numeric order, and to develop a working understanding of the Dewey Decimal system of library materials arrangement.
- Ability to communicate positively and effectively with the staff and the public.
- Ability to follow directions.
- Ability to perform moderately heavy physical work.
- Ability to maintain a regular work schedule.
- Excellent level of English oral and written skills.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Flexibility with hours; regular evening, weekend, and holiday hours.
The City of Burlington is an equal opportunity employer.
Skills Required
- Minimum age of 16
- Paid or volunteer library experience
- Ability to understand and perform routine library procedures
- Ability to sort efficiently in alphabetic or numeric order and learn the Dewey Decimal system
- Ability to communicate positively and effectively with staff and the public
- Ability to follow directions
- Ability to perform moderately heavy physical work
- Ability to maintain a regular work schedule
- Excellent English oral and written skills
- Flexibility to work regular evening, weekend, and holiday hours
What We Do
The City of Burlington is a municipal government serving Burlington, Wisconsin. It oversees local administration and delivers community services spanning budgeting and finance, human resources, building inspection and code enforcement, police and fire/EMS protection, streets, parks, and water and wastewater utilities. Its stated mission is to build and enhance the community through safe, respectful, effective daily work, while continually improving services for residents, visitors, and businesses.
