Administrative Assistant

ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

Oshkosh Public Library – City of Oshkosh, Wisconsin

Hourly Range:  $28.35 – $32.40 based on qualifications

Keep a great public library running behind the scenes.

 

At the Oshkosh Public Library, great service depends on strong operations. The City of Oshkosh is looking for a skilled, organized, and service-minded professional to join our team in a key administrative support role that helps the library serve the community every day.

This is more than an office support position. It is an opportunity to play an important part in the success of a trusted public institution by supporting financial processes, board administration, purchasing, records, personnel coordination, and daily operations. If you are detail-oriented, dependable, and take pride in keeping complex administrative work accurate and moving forward, this could be an excellent fit.

Why This Role Matters

The person in this position helps ensure the library operates smoothly, efficiently, and in alignment with City procedures. From supporting Library Board meetings and reviewing payroll reports to coordinating purchasing and maintaining important records, this role touches many parts of the organization and helps staff stay focused on serving the public.

You will also serve as a valued connection between the library and other City departments, especially Finance and Purchasing, while supporting staff, vendors, and members of the public with professionalism and care.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate Library Board agendas, packets, minutes, notices, and follow-up actions
• Support financial and accounting processes, including payroll review, accounts payable, deposits, reconciliations, refunds, and related documentation
• Assist with purchasing, procurement support, and inventory coordination
• Provide administrative human resources support, including onboarding, separations, and recruitment-related tasks
• Maintain administrative, financial, and operational records in accordance with retention requirements
• Coordinate routine office and operational functions, including mail, service requests, meeting room administration, and vendor-related issues
• Support special projects and day-to-day library operations as needed

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone who is:

• Highly organized and attentive to detail
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Skilled at working independently and exercising sound judgment
• Professional, tactful, and discreet with confidential information
• Collaborative and committed to excellent internal and external service
• Ready to learn systems, procedures, and technologies that support modern public service

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Office Administration, Accounting, Public Administration, Finance, or a related field
• Three (3) or more years of progressively responsible administrative support experience
• An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered.

Knowledge and Skills That Will Help You Succeed

• Modern office administration practices and procedures
• Financial recordkeeping and accounting support practices
• Records management and document retention procedures
• Strong written communication skills, including grammar, spelling, and punctuation
• Basic computer proficiency, including data entry and word processing
• Ability to work with office, web-based, and operational software systems
• Knowledge of or ability to learn municipal and library administrative procedures

Why Join the City of Oshkosh?

At the City of Oshkosh, public service matters. The Oshkosh Public Library is an important part of the community, offering access, learning, connection, and support for residents of all ages. In this role, your work will directly contribute to that mission by helping the organization run effectively behind the scenes.

Apply Today

Submit your application through the City of Oshkosh employment process by visiting our website and completing an online application:  www.oshkoshwi.gov.