Security Monitor - Library

Security Monitor - Library

Salary

$25.95 Hourly

Location

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library, 400 Eau Claire St, Eau Claire, WI

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

2026-00067

Department

PL-ADMIN

Opening Date

09/01/2026

Closing Date

9/14/2026 8:00 AM Central

• Description
• Benefits

Job Description

The L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library in downtown Eau Claire, Wisconsin is proud of its mission to promote lifelong learning, create collaborative spaces, and support open access to diverse materials and resources. Were looking for someone to join our Library team in creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for library customers and staff. The Security Monitor plays a key role in maintaining security throughout the library and grounds, responding to incidents and emergencies, monitoring facility activity, and enforcing library policies with professionalism and compassion. Throughout the day, youll maintain a visible presence, monitor security cameras, greet customers, answer questions, and provide support and training to library staff.

The ideal candidate is someone who enjoys working with people and can remain calm under pressure, has strong observation, decision-making, and problem solving skills. This position requires strong customer service, communication, and deescalation skills, along with the ability to work collaboratively with staff and community partners. Bilingual candidates, especially those who speak HMoob (Hmong), Spanish, or other high-needs languages are encouraged to apply.

This is a full time, non-exempt position, 40 hours per week. The starting wage is $25.95 per hour. The proposed schedule includes primarily daytime hours, with occasional evening and weekend shifts when needed.

Please submit a cover letter, along with your application, by 8:00 a.m. on Monday, September 14. In your cover letter, please tell us how your work and life experience make you a good candidate to handle interactions with library customers representing the entire community, including those who are experiencing homelessness or other challenges.

Interviews will be conducted the week of September 21.

L.E. PHILLIPS MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY

Job Description

DEPARTMENT: Library

TITLE: Security Monitor

DIVISION: Administration

REPORTS TO: Library Director

DATE: August 2026

STATUS: Non-Exempt

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, this position exists to help ensure the safety and security of the library's building and grounds for use by staff and customers. The security monitor actively engages with visitors and staff to create a welcoming and respectful environment and ensure compliance with the library's rules of behavior.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Relevant Bachelors degree from accredited college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Course work in criminal justice or related field preferred.
• Customer service experience preferred.

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the qualities, knowledge, skill and/or ability required to perform the essential functions of the job.

• Ability to work effectively with customers of all ages.
• Positive attitude and a willingness to work in a flexible environment with quickly changing tasks and priorities.
• Ability and initiative to work independently with minimal direction and thrive in challenging situations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work accurately with attention to detail.
• Ability to efficiently operate a variety of office and library equipment.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft 365.
• Ability to interpret, communicate and enforce library policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following are the regular duties for this position. These duties are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Maintains an alert and visible presence by regularly monitoring all areas of building and grounds.
• Responsible for maintaining a safe, secure, and orderly public space within the library building and grounds.
• Contributes to a positive, team-oriented work environment by being helpful, respectful, and approachable to both staff and the public.
• Explains rules and procedures to customers to solicit cooperation and compliance.
• Balance security authority with keeping the public building friendly and welcoming.
• Responds to staff calls for assistance, emergencies, and incidents promptly.
• Advises customers of inappropriate behaviors that may lead to loss of privileges in a proactive and compassionate manner.
• Responds to security or emergency situations directly or by contacting appropriate staff, law enforcement, or other emergency personnel as necessary.
• Routinely monitors the library's video cameras.
• Creatively solves problems, negotiates and handles stressful situations in a positive and respectful manner.
• Greets customers, provides directional assistance, and serves as backup for service desks and programs.
• Writes detailed incident reports and helps to maintain the Library incident database.
• Maintains prompt, predictable, and regular physical attendance.
• Develop staff training on incident response and procedures; provide input on library behavior policies and safety procedures.
• Assist with planning and coordinating safety drills and emergency response exercises.
• Collaborates with City and community partners to connect library customers with available resources.

NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The following are nonessential functions for this position. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs related duties as required.
• Serves on staff committees.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Daily work is primarily performed in Library facilities and surrounding outdoor areas. May be exposed to individuals who are upset, angry or demanding. Visual acuity, speech and hearing; hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard, two-way radio, and basic office equipment. Duties require moderate physical exercise including sustained periods of walking and standing. Subject to sitting, walking, standing, reaching, twisting and handling to perform the essential job functions. Includes lifting/carrying 10 to 30 lbs. frequently.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Must be able to read, write, give, follow and comprehend verbal and written instructions. Must have effective oral and written communication skills to communicate productively with staff and the public.

SUPERVISION/DIRECTION RECEIVED

Library Director

L.E. Phillips Memorial Public Library

Full Time Technical & Support Employees

(30+ hrs/week)

Benefits At A Glance

Group benefits available include:

• Health Insurance (both Traditional and High Deductible plan options)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Program - medical and dependent care
• WRS
• Wisconsin Public Employees Life Insurance Program
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Voluntary Life
• Accident
• Critical Illness
• Hospital Indemnity
• Employee Achievement Program (EAP)

Individual benefits available include:

• Deferred Compensation (both pre-tax and post-tax options)

Time off benefits available include (pro-rated based on hours worked):

• Vacation
• Holiday Pay
• Floating Holiday
• Sick Leave
• FMLA Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Military Leave

Employer Eau Claire, City of (WI)

Department PL-ADMIN Address 203 South Farwell Street

Eau Claire, Wisconsin, 54701

Phone (715) 839-4921

Website www.eauclairewi.gov