Librarian

Overview

Position Summary:

This position directs the library program of the Oshkosh Correctional Institution (OSCI).

This position is responsible for the operation of the institution library, media center, and law library.

This includes provision of library services to residents and staff; development and maintenance of book and other material collection; provision of reference and information services; and provision of miscellaneous programs and services to residents and staff.

This position is in pay schedule and range 13-04 with a starting pay of $27.50/hour - $35.06/hour
. Pay will be set in accordance with the Compensation Plan and Wisconsin Administrative Code in effect at the time of hire. A probationary period is required.

In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring:

• Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of vacation to start, 9 paid holidays, and ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year.
• Insurance:
  Excellent and affordable health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• An exceptional pension plan including a lifetime retirement payment.
• An optional tax-advantaged 457 retirement savings plan.
• The Well Wisconsin Program helps participants set health and well-being goals, track progress, stay motivated, and earn incentives.
• Our Employee Assistance Program offers employees and their immediate family a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being.
• DOC is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.
• Please  for a summary of State of Wisconsin employment benefits or  to explore employment benefits on the website.

To help you understand what your benefit package would be worth, please see the Total Rewards Calculator here.

This position is not eligible for remote work and will work on site.

Anticipated schedule will be Tuesday – Friday 12:30 PM – 9:15 PM and Saturday 7:45 AM – 4:30 PM.

This position is FLSA Exempt
.

This position is not anticipated to travel on a regular basis, but most DOC positions occasionally travel for training, meetings, conferences, or similar events.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the U.S., a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work in the U.S. without DOC sponsorship) at the time of application.

The Department of Corrections may conduct pre-employment drug screens. Any applicant who is offered employment in a position which requires a pre-employment drug screen must pass the screen as a contingency of employment.

The Department of Corrections will conduct criminal background checks on applicants prior to selection. Upon hire, all new DOC employees are subject to fingerprinting.

For more in-depth information on employment with the State of Wisconsin, please see the State Employee Handbook.

Minimally qualified applicants will have:

• Experience performing librarian duties (maintaining library collection, classifying and cataloging library materials, developing a collection, etc.)
• Experience using computer technology and programs (computers, printers, and programs such as Microsoft Office, etc.) including library catalogs.
• Experience providing information (regarding policies, reference/resource material, etc.) to employees or customers.

To apply, click on “Apply for Job” to start the application process. Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application.

Your resume and letter of qualifications should detail your training and experience specifically related to the qualifications section listed in the job posting and are limited to a maximum of 2 pages each.

The Department of Corrections has created extra guidance to assist you in developing your resume and letter of qualifications. Wisc.

Jobs also has extra guidance for your application materials.

Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process.

The State of Wisconsin is an Equal Opportunity and…