Kirjastovirkailija
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Salary analysis
Compared with the selected benchmark ("All roles in Kotka, Finland"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 19% lower. The offer still falls within the benchmark range (€1,742–€4,600). Range-width comparison is limited because one of the salary bands is incomplete. This benchmark is based on 40 comparable listings.
| Market | Lower bound (25th percentile) | Median | Upper bound (75th percentile) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All roles in Kotka, Finland | €1,742/per month | €2,832/per month | €4,600/per month |
| From job ad (Mid-Level) | €2,581/per month | €2,581/per month | €2,581/per month |
The City of Kotka's public library is seeking a Library Clerk for a permanent position. Kotka's public library consists of a main library, two branch libraries, and a bookmobile. The workstation for the current vacancy is the main library. Work may also take place at other library points. We are looking for a library professional. You are familiar with the library environment and can smoothly serve diverse customers of all ages. Performing the duties requires versatile skills; your tasks include, for example, cataloging content, collection management, and guidance. Interest in adult literacy work and promoting the joy of reading is considered an advantage. Eligibility for the position is a vocational qualification in library and information science or a basic vocational qualification that includes, or is supplemented by, at least 60 ECTS or an equivalent amount of library and information science studies. Salary and other terms of employment are determined according to the general municipal government collective agreement (KVTES). Working hours are 36 h 15 min / week, and the work includes evening and weekend shifts. The salary for the position is €2,581.40 / month. The probationary period is six months. Work begins on September 1, 2026, or by agreement. The City of Kotka invests extensively in staff orientation, well-being, maintenance of work ability, and training. The employer offers several staff benefits, including those related to culture and sports. In the spirit of our award-winning city strategy, we take bold actions and take care of each other and our city with fairness and love. Kotka is a gateway to new opportunities. The City of Kotka is a smoke-free workplace. Applications should primarily be submitted by logging into the electronic recruitment system via the open vacancies section of the kotka.fi website. Help with submitting the application is available at 040 352 4737 (Mon-Fri 7-14). It is also possible to send a paper application and CV to Kotkan kaupunki, Kirjaamo, PL 205, 48101 KOTKA. Interviews may begin during the application period.
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Cataloging content
- Collection management
- Providing guidance to library users
- Serving diverse customers of all ages
Requirements
- Vocational qualification in library and information science OR a basic vocational qualification supplemented by at least 60 ECTS in library and information science
- Familiarity with the library environment
- Ability to serve diverse customers of all ages
- Versatile skills in cataloging, collection management, and guidance
Skills & Technologies
Education Level
High schoolBenefits & Perks
Recruitment Process
- 1Interviews may begin during the application period

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