We’re hiring! Part-Time Library Clerk (due July 9)

Posted on June 25, 2026

Come work with us!

To apply you must complete a City of Ishpeming employment application and return it and a résumé to: Library Director, 317 N. Main Street, Ishpeming, MI 49849.

Current Opening:

POSITION TITLE: Library Clerk, Part-time (20 hours a week)
LOCATION: Ishpeming, MI
PAY RATE: $15.43 per hour
APPLICATIONS DUE: July 9, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. ET

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

● Providing patrons with basic reference and readers’ advisory
● Assisting patrons with library equipment, including public PCs and microfilm reader
● Sorting and shelving books and other library materials
● Creating and maintaining patron records, collecting fines and processing customer requests
● Creating flyers and other promotional materials

Requirements and Qualifications:

● Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work well within a team dynamic
● Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office programs required
● Experience with graphics programs and social media preferred
● Physical ability to bend, reach and lift light loads (25+ lbs) required
● High school diploma or GED required. Some college or library experience preferred
● Must be able to work evenings and Saturdays

Position Description

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Thurs – 9AM – 7PM

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Sat – 10AM – 4PM

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	September 2026
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		1	2 Popcorn and a Movie … Popcorn and a Movie for Adults September 2, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Adults are invited to join us for free popcorn and a movie! We will be showing the 2026 release, "Pressure" (PG-13) in our community room. See more details •	3 Book Club at the Ish… Book Club at the Ishpeming Senior Center September 3, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA The Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library is hosting a monthly book club at the Ishpeming Senior Center (121 Greenwood St., Ishpeming)! This month’s selection is “Martyr!” by Kaveh Akbar. Copies are available for checkout at the library. Newcomers are always welcome to attend. See more details Drop-In & Draw C… Drop-In & Draw Club: Paul Olson Instructs September 3, 2026 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Join us for Drop-In and Draw Club with instructor Paul Olson. For teens and adults. Located in the Ray Leverton Community Room See more details Graphic Novel Book C… Graphic Novel Book Club September 3, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Join us for discussion and snacks. Copies of the book will be available to checkout at the library ahead of time. Newcomers are always welcome to attend. See more details • • •	4	5
6	7	8 Tot Tuesday Storytim… Tot Tuesday Storytime September 8, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities followed by an optional craft and playtime! Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers! See more details •	9 VIBE Gentle Groove D… VIBE Gentle Groove Dance Exercise with Dr. Traci Baxendale Ball September 9, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Join us for a welcoming, one-hour gentle dance experience designed for every body and every level. This class is led by an experienced fitness instructor with a medical exercise background, years of leading fun, community-centered classes, and doctoral-level training in body psychotherapy. With a deep understanding of safe movement and the needs of aging bodies, you can expect a supportive, joyful space where you can move at your own pace, feel good in your body, and simply enjoy the rhythm together. See more details Bingo for Adults Bingo for Adults September 9, 2026 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Adults are invited to join us for Bingo at the library! Join us for a few rounds of Bingo fun with the chance to win gift cards. Registration is required. Call the library at 906-486-4381 to register. See more details • •	10 Friends of the Libra… Friends of the Library Monthly Meeting September 10, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 North Main Street, Ishpeming, MI 49849, United States Join the Friends of the Library, a group dedicated to raising funds to support library programs! See more details •	11 Friends of the Libra… Friends of the Library Used Book Sale September 11, 2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Shop our spring Friends of the Library Used Book Sale! Used books available at great prices. See more details •	12 Friends of the Libra… Friends of the Library Used Book Sale September 12, 2026 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Shop our spring Friends of the Library Used Book Sale! Used books available at great prices. See more details •
13	14	15 Tot Tuesday Storytim… Tot Tuesday Storytime September 15, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities followed by an optional craft and playtime! Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers! See more details Adult Book Club Adult Book Club September 15, 2026 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Join us for adult book club! Copies of the Cabin: Off the Grid Adventures with a Clueless Craftsman by Patrick Hutchison are available for check out. Meetings are held at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library. See more details Pilates Mix with Amb… Pilates Mix with Amber September 15, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Join us at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library for free Pilates classes! Strengthen, stretch, and move with intention in Pilates Mix, a blend of Pilates with functional movement and a touch of a challenge. This class targets the upper body, lower body, and core, building strength, stability, and coordination from the inside out! Bring your own mat if you would like and ankle weights will be provided. Funded with support from Molina Healthcare of Michigan. See more details • • •	16 Circulating Digitiza… Circulating Digitization Kits - Instruction Session September 16, 2026 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Come learn about our new circulating digitization kits! We have new document and photo scanners, in addition to a slide and negative digitizer available for checkout. This is your chance to learn more about this new equipment and try it out! See more details Adult Book Club Adult Book Club September 16, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Join us for adult book club! Copies of the Cabin: Off the Grid Adventures with a Clueless Craftsman by Patrick Hutchison are available for check out. Meetings are held at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library. See more details • •	17 Crochet Club Crochet Club September 17, 2026 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Gather together with fellow crafters to socialize while you work on a project of your choice. Beginning supplies and instruction will be provided if you’d like to learn how to crochet! This event is for kids, teens, and adults. See more details Graphic Novel Book C… Graphic Novel Book Club September 17, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Join us for discussion and snacks. Copies of the book will be available to checkout at the library ahead of time. Newcomers are always welcome to attend. See more details Library Board Meetin… Library Board Meeting September 17, 2026 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm The Library Board meets the third Thursday of each month. There is a portion for public participation. See more details • • •	18 Baby Play Day Baby Play Day September 18, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA A special day for babies to play! Intended for littles under 2, this program will include a brief storytime with lots of cuddles, bounces and songs; then stay for a chance to play with infant-friendly toys and socialize with other babies and caregivers. See more details •	19
20	21	22 Tot Tuesday Storytim… Tot Tuesday Storytime September 22, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities followed by an optional craft and playtime! Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers! See more details •	23 Adult Horror Book Cl… Adult Horror Book Club September 23, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Join us for adult horror book club! Copies of The Haunting of Ashburn House by Darcy Coates are available for check out. Meetings are held at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library. See more details •	24 LEGO CLUB LEGO CLUB September 24, 2026 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Build with friends and attempt to complete Lego challenges. See more details •	25 Homeschool Hangout Homeschool Hangout September 25, 2026 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Homeschooling families are invited to visit the library and hangout with both old and new homeschooling friends. Special guest speakers/events will begin at 10:30am See more details •	26 Silent Book Club at … Silent Book Club at Velodrome Coffee in Ishpeming September 26, 2026 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Join us for silent book club at Velodrome Coffee in Ishpeming hosted by the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library! Bring your own book of choice to read silently for 1 hour with fellow bookworms, followed by time to socialize and talk about books! See more details •
27	28	29 Tot Tuesday Storytim… Tot Tuesday Storytime September 29, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Join us for stories, songs, and movement activities followed by an optional craft and playtime! Perfect for toddlers and preschoolers! See more details Pilates Mix with Amb… Pilates Mix with Amber September 29, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Join us at the Ishpeming Carnegie Public Library for free Pilates classes! Strengthen, stretch, and move with intention in Pilates Mix, a blend of Pilates with functional movement and a touch of a challenge. This class targets the upper body, lower body, and core, building strength, stability, and coordination from the inside out! Bring your own mat if you would like and ankle weights will be provided. Funded with support from Molina Healthcare of Michigan. See more details • •	30 Crochet Club Crochet Club September 30, 2026 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Ishpeming Carnegie Library, 317 N Main St, Ishpeming, MI 49849, USA Gather together with fellow crafters to socialize while you work on a project of your choice. Beginning supplies and instruction will be provided if you’d like to learn how to crochet! This event is for kids, teens, and adults. See more details •

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