The City of Appleton is an inviting community nestled in northeastern Wisconsin just north of the largest lake in the state, Lake Winnebago. Home to more than 75,000 residents, Appleton is known for its vibrant and growing downtown, numerous parks, high-quality education, and friendly, safe environment. We’re proud that in 2020 Appleton was ranked #1 for the Best Place to Raise Kids by SmartAsset. In 2023, Appleton was also ranked as one of the best places to live in the Midwest by Livability.

At the City of Appleton, we welcome employees who love to learn and are forward-thinking. Located in the heart of the Fox Cities, we are a steadfast employer committed to providing a flexible work environment and unique benefits. We encourage employees to come as they are and explore growth opportunities that will help them serve our community with impact.

As a City of Appleton employee, you not only are a part of an organization that makes a local impact, but also a global impact as well. The City has built global partnerships with our Sister Cities in Kanonji, Japan and Chinandega, Nicaragua. We are proud to share our knowledge and resources with these communities and their residents.

Industry: Government Administration
Company Size: 501-1,000 employees

City of Appleton Wisconsin

Savvy Admin PROD

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Provides courteous, efficient,

knowledgeable customer service to patrons, staff, vendors and system

library staff. Searches for and downloads bibliographic records to

facilitate ordering of print, media, serials and electronic resources

using current standards and technologies. Generates orders using

integrated & standalone computer applications. Maintains and verifies

encumbered and expended budget lines for the library materials

account(s). Works with vendors to establish accounts; monitors orders;

identifies late orders; and communicates with vendors to resolve

ordering issues. Assists with the management of staff accounts on vendor

ordering systems. Works with catalogers to resolve collection holdings

issues, especially regarding serials. Identifies problems and

participates in discussions about solutions and/or updates to

acquisitions procedures. Works with other library sections, OWLSnet, and

library vendors. Troubleshoots departmental software and tests new

acquisitions software. Applies RFID tags to new materials. Conducts and

participates in yearend maintenance of periodical collections. Assists

with physical processing of materials. Maintains regular, punctual, and

**Predictable Attendance. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Participates On Library Wide**

task force(s) as assigned. Communicates library policies, rules &

regulations to the public. Other projects as assigned. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree or

equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which

provides the following knowledge, abilities and skills: Knowledge of

public library services and practices Some knowledge of ordering systems

Some knowledge of accounting systems and practices Ability to

communicate and maintain effective relationships Computer skills

including a working knowledge of Windows, MS Office, internet search

strategies, and electronic databases Good oral and written communication

skills and the ability to communicate with other in a tactful and

courteous manner Ability to learn new technologies and software, and

communicate that knowledge to others Ability to learn library

procedures, policies, and communicate these Ability to work

independently with creativity Ability to maintain paper and electronic

files and records. Ability to sustain prolonged visual concentration.

Ability to deal with public relations problems courteously and tactfully

Ability to work as a team member, maintaining effective relationships

with co-workers Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to

life at least 30 lbs.; push a loaded book cart (200 lbs.) on carpeting

Ability to read fine print (font sizes of 8 or larger) Ability to hear

the library\'s security system, computer alerts, and normal speaking

voices Ability to read and speak Spanish or Hmong a plus \*\*\*\*\*

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/appletonwi

Library Assistant - Materials Management

JOB REQUIREMENTS: ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Provides courteous, efficient,

knowledgeable customer service to patrons, staff, vendors and system

library staff. Searches for and downloads bibliographic records to

facilitate ordering of print, media, serials and electronic resources

using current standards and technologies. Generates orders using

integrated & standalone computer applications. Maintains and verifies

encumbered and expended budget lines for the library materials

account(s). Works with vendors to establish accounts; monitors orders;

identifies late orders; and communicates with vendors to resolve

ordering issues. Assists with the management of staff accounts on vendor

ordering systems. Works with catalogers to resolve collection holdings

issues, especially regarding serials. Identifies problems and

participates in discussions about solutions and/or updates to

acquisitions procedures. Works with other library sections, OWLSnet, and

library vendors. Troubleshoots departmental software and tests new

acquisitions software. Applies RFID tags to new materials. Conducts and

participates in yearend maintenance of periodical collections. Assists

with physical processing of materials. Maintains regular, punctual, and

**Predictable Attendance. OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS Participates On Library Wide**

task force(s) as assigned. Communicates library policies, rules &

regulations to the public. Other projects as assigned. \*\*\*\*\* OTHER

EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Requirements of Work Bachelor of Arts or

Science Degree or equivalent combination of education, training, and

**Experience Which Provides The Following Knowledge, Abilities And Skills**

Knowledge of public library services and practices Some knowledge of

ordering systems Some knowledge of accounting systems and practices

Ability to communicate and maintain effective relationships Computer

skills including a working knowledge of Windows, MS Office, internet

search strategies, and electronic databases Good oral and written

communication skills and the ability to communicate with other in a

tactful and courteous manner Ability to learn new technologies and

software, and communicate that knowledge to others Ability to learn

library procedures, policies, and communicate these Ability to work

independently with creativity Ability to maintain paper and electronic

files and records. Ability to sustain prolonged visual concentration.

Ability to deal with public relations problems courteously and tactfully

Ability to work as a team member, maintaining effective relationships

with co-workers Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to

life at least 30 lbs.; push a loaded book cart (200 lbs.) on carpeting

Ability to read fine print (font sizes of 8 or larger) Ability to hear

the library\'s security system, computer alerts, and normal speaking

voices Ability to read and speak Spanish or Hmong a plus \*\*\*\*\*

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/appletonwi

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