Yearly Archives: 2023


Come work with us!

Do you love libraries and working with kids and families? We’re hiring a part-time Programming Librarian! This would be a great opportunity for current Library School students interested in programming, and those with public library experience.

The West Branch Public Library is looking for a team-oriented individual who is passionate about lifelong learning and community enrichment. This person will engage with all ages in a variety of settings both within the library buildings and at various outreach and offsite locations.

Job Summary: Plan and implement Library programs for children, teens,  families, and adults of all ages. Work on the customer service 

Work Schedule: Part-time, 20 hours per week. Some evenings and occasional weekend hours.

Essential Job Duties:

  • Plan and implement programming for children, teens, and families such as storytimes and after-school activities.
  • Assist with programming for adults in line with community needs and strategic plan goals, including educational events, author visits, crafts, and movies. 
  • Plan and implement a Summer Library Program for all age groups, with the assistance of other library staff.
  • Assist with circulation, interlibrary loan, cataloging of materials, outreach services and volunteer coordination as needed.

Education and Experience: High school diploma required, some college training is desired.  Experience in library work is desired but not required.  Customer service experience and experience working with children is greatly desired.

Pay Range: $14-15 per hour depending on experience and education.

Click here for more information!


Author visit

Wednesday, April 26, 7pm

WBPL Community Room
Snacks provided!

WBPL is excited to host a program with West Branch author Joanne Salemink! Joanne is the author of two novels, Scout’s Honor and Scout’s Redemption. She’ll be joining us to talk about her latest novel.

Jo Salemink is a former journalist, high school teacher and stay-at-home-mom. She likes happy endings, good stories, laughing until someone snorts and living in Eastern Iowa with her husband and two grown children.

She’s been a resident of West Branch for 20 years … moving here all the way from West Liberty! When we say she’s local, we mean local. 🙂 She likes to infuse her writing with a sense of Iowa, little Midwestern-based “Easter eggs” that readers can identify with. If you’d like to check out one of her books, we have some here in circulation or they’re available to purchase on Amazon!

Truly trivial trivia: Joanne has worked at the West Branch Times at least three separate times!


Book Sale weekend!

The Friends of the Library book sale is THIS WEEKEND!

Saturday 4/22 and Sunday 4/23

There will be a selection of adult and kids’ books, DVDs, puzzles, and more! Free will donation requested, or fill a limited edition Friends of the WBPL tote bag for $15!