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Library Technician

City of Whitefish
2 days ago
Part-time
On-site
Whitefish, Montana, United States
$19.67 - $28 USD hourly

General Purpose


The City of Whitefish is actively recruiting for a part-time Library Techncian to join our Whitefish Community Library team.  We welcome your inquiries and encourage you to apply!  If you have a passion for serving the public sector, this may be the perfect fit for you.


One of the fastest growing cities in Montana, Whitefish is consistently rated one of the best small towns in America and was named one of the top 25 ski towns in the world by National Geographic. It is located on the shores of Whitefish Lake and the base of Big Mountain – home to Whitefish Mountain Resort. Whitefish also boasts over 36 miles of natural surface single-track mountain biking and hiking trails with 10 trailheads, golfing, world class dining, two professional live theater companies, and is only thirty minutes from Glacier National Park.


Starting pay is likely $19.67 – $20.82 per hour depending on experience.


This position is part-time, between 10-20 hours per week.


Benefits of working for the City of Whitefish include: 

  • Health, Dental, Orthodontic, and Vision Insurance - Employer/employee contribution to monthly premium will be at a prorated amount (at least 20 hours per week required)
  • Generous employer contribution toward Health Savings Accounts (HSA) for those who choose the High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) 
  • Free annual biometric screening - Employee and spouse/partner can earn up to $200 incentive for participation
  • City Wellness Program - City pays $30 per month to employees to use toward wellness
  • Corporate rate membership to The Wave health club (billed to City and deducted through payroll)
  • Montana Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) - includes employer and employee contributions
  • Paid leave (vacation, sick, holidays, personal day)
  • $25,000 employer paid Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Life Insurance Policy for employee and $5,000 for spouse/dependents (amount (at least 20 hours per week required)
  • 125 Cafeteria Plans - Optional Pre-Tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account (at least 20 hours per week required)
  • Free Employee Assistance Program - 6 free counseling sessions per issue, per person in household 
  • Optional Deferred Compensation Plan (457) – Pretax and Roth Available
  • Optional Aflac Plans including Accident, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Hospital and Critical Illness (at least 20 hours per week required)
  • May be eligible for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Plan (PSLF) - click here to learn more and to understand your eligibility
  • City paid continuing education, training and development (as approved by supervisor and City Manager)
  • FMLA - up to 12 weeks of leave per year (rolling calendar year) available after working 1250 hours within previous 12 months and employed for 12 months for qualifying events
  • Bereavement Leave - up to 5 paid days off for death of immediate family member
  • Jury & Witness Duty Leave
  • Military Leave
  • Eligible to earn Compensatory Time (additional paid leave of 1.5 hours earned for each hour worked in a qualified and approved OT event)
  • 15% -20% discount on Verizon voice plans and select data plans
  • T-Mobile exclusive offers with Work Perks – 15% off the Go5G Plus or Go5G Next rate plans
  • AT&T discounts also available
  • Parks & Recreation After School and Summer Day Camp services provided at no cost to employees
  • Whitefish Workforce Assistance Program - designed to help full-time, part-time and seasonal equivalent employees to successfully live and work in the Whitefish area by providing rental assistance – click  here to learn more and understand your eligibility.

APPLY BY:  It is in your best interest to submit your online application, resume, and cover letter by the Priority Deadline, Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 5:00 pm.  For assistance with online application process, please contact the Human Resources Department at 406-863-2464 or email HR@cityofwhitefish.gov.
 
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GENERAL PURPOSE

Under direction from the Whitefish Community Library Director, assists in implementing the activities and operations of the Whitefish Community Library, including providing basic assistance to patrons with checking and locating materials, programs and services in person or via phone or email. Serves as a first point of referral for material-handling issues. Must work with Whitefish Community Library management, City officials and employees, and the public with discretion and diplomacy.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Answerable to Whitefish Community Library Director, and, indirectly, the Whitefish Community Library Board of Trustees.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

None.

Job Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The list of tasks is illustrative only and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by the Assistant Library Director. The following duties are typical for this classification and are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Other duties may be required and assigned.

This position serves an important role in the operations of the City and requires a consistent and dependable presence during assigned hours of work. It is expected that every employee should be on time, fully prepared, every day that the employee is scheduled to work.

Remains flexible and positive in an environment of constant change.

Provides information on library services, policies and procedures to library users.

Assists library patrons in person, via telephone, and via email.

Assists library patrons in locating materials and properly using library computers and other equipment, including minor technical support.

Processes library card applications and issues library cards.

Prepares outgoing materials for shipments, and processes incoming materials for patron distribution.

Performs routine facility opening and closing procedures.

Prints and completes scheduled reports.

Updates library information in various electronic media and environments, as assigned by Library Director.

Operates cash register and processes occasional cash transactions.

Assists with the upkeep of the library, including sorting and shelving of materials, shelf-reading, and maintaining general orderliness.

Coordinates with volunteers under direction of Library Director, as assigned.

Accepts training assignments/projects to increase relevant knowledge, skills, and abilities relevant to the library.

Other duties as assigned.

Desired Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience:
(A) High school diploma or GED, and
(B) One (1) year of experience in a library or customer service setting with considerable public contact, AND
(C) Desire to work with the public is essential; must be comfortable working with people of all ages, from children to senior citizens, both in groups and individually.
(D) Any equivalent combination of experience and training which indicates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed.

Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
(A) Basic familiarity with library environments, operations and procedures.
(B) Interpersonal skills to fulfill a variety of patron needs from books to community referrals in person, via phone and email, while maintaining confidentiality.
(C) Working knowledge of computers and internet resources, including MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook.
(D) Ability to learn specialized software used to provide books and services to the public. Experience with Sirsi/Dynix, Libby, or OCLC is a plus.
(E) Ability to navigate and assess reliability of resources on the internet.
(F) Basic cash handling procedures, basic math, and keyboarding.
(G) Able to work independently to complete assigned tasks, with minimum supervision.
(H) Able to process applications for library cards; notify patrons of overdue books, collect fines.
(I) demonstrate operation of photocopier, microfilm/microfiche reader, scanner, and cash register.
(J) Able to implement research techniques and cognitive reasoning.
(K) Able to shelve books, media, and other materials; create displays and seasonal decorations.
(L) Able to perform minor cleaning and outdoor maintenance and advises proper officials when cleaning, maintenance, and repair of facilities is required
(M) Learn and abide by Whitefish Community Library and City of Whitefish policies and procedures, and applicable state and local regulations.
(N) Communicate effectively and courteously both orally and in writing, with employees, patrons, and other community members.
(O) Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisor(s), coworkers, library patrons and volunteers.
(P) Exercise good judgment, flexibility, and sensitivity when resolving work-related concerns and issues.
(Q) Work independently.
(R) Work a varied schedule, including nights and weekends.
(S) Perform clerical and library tasks effectively and according to established procedures, and with attention to detail.
(T) Physical agility and strength to bend, reach, lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess a valid State of Montana Driver’s license or ability to obtain one within one month of employment.

Supplemental Information

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED

Personal computer, including word processing and spreadsheet software; networked
computer system; 10-key calculator; smartphone; copy machine; fax machine; microfilm/microfiche reader, scanner, and any electronic device related to the library.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, move self, sit and bend at the knees and waist, transport, lift up to 40 pounds, move, and push heavy items including carts weighing up to 200 pounds, , move between book stacks, cases and racks, move into and out of vehicles, and other transportation, communicate by talking and through the use of electronic devices, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; identify small print and numbers, travel, occasionally overnight travel, and extend body, legs, hands and arms.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts.

The work environment is a Municipal Library involving continuous contact with the general public, in person and by telephone. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet to noisy.

SELECTION GUIDELINES

Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests may be required.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Whitefish is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer. The City of Whitefish does not discriminate on the basis of disability, race, color, religion, creed, political idea, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, national origin, sexual orientation, or gender identity and/or expression in its hiring or employment practices.