Job Openings

Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Peter White Public Library is located in Marquette, which is located in the picturesque Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The Library provides services to the City of Marquette and five surrounding townships. The Peter White Public Library serves over 36,000 people; currently employs 40 people; and has an annual operating budget of $2 million.

Peter White Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome new staff and the unique contributions each one brings to our Library. Our patrons come from all walks of life and so do we. 

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How to Apply:

Applications are only accepted for currently posted openings. 

A PWPL Employment Application is required for all job openings. Depending on the position a resume and cover letter may also be required. Please refer to the Job Opening for full details. Incomplete application packets will not be accepted.

Please send Employment Application and other requested documents to:
Andrea Ingmire, Library Director
Peter White Public Library
217 N. Front Street
Marquette, MI 49855
email: aing@pwpl.info
fax: 906-226-1783

Current Openings:

Adult Services Assistant  - Job Description

Application requirements: PWPL Application, resume, and cover letter. The application preference deadline is February 6, 2026

Starting pay: $16.17/hr with annual step increases.

Benefits include: PTO leave and paid holidays.  

Hours of work: Average weekly hours 20-24/week. Evening and Weekend hours are required. 

Key responsibilities include:

  • Assisting patrons with research and technology questions using a variety of in-person and digital formats.
  • Makes suggestions to patrons regarding reading and research materials and promotes library collections with displays, reading lists, and programming.
  • Performing routine tasks to ensure a clean and efficient work environment.

Bachelor’s degree or significant related experience is required. Candidates must have a strong desire to work in a public service environment.

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