We’re looking for a second part-time library shelver to work 9-13 hours per week on Tuesday-Thursday afternoons and 2 Saturdays per month.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Shelving library materials and straightening shelves using the Dewey Decimal System, helping to maintain the general good order of the library, assisting patrons in locating items, and checking items in and out. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. This job requires considerable kneeling, bending, and reaching high and low. Strong alphabetizing and numerical skills required.

Applications are available at the Cannon Falls Library or fill out and drop off/mail this Employment application.

For more information please call, Cannon Falls Library, at 507-263-2804 or email nmiller@selco.info.

Position will remain open until filled.

We’re looking for a part-time library shelver to work 6-10 hours per week on afternoons and Saturdays.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Shelving library materials and straightening shelves using the Dewey Decimal System, helping to maintain the general good order of the library, assisting patrons in locating items, and checking items in and out. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. This job requires considerable kneeling, bending, and reaching high and low. Strong alphabetizing and numerical skills required.

Applications available at the Cannon Falls Library or fill out and drop off or mail this Employment application.

For more information please call, Cannon Falls Library, at 507-263-2804 or email nmiller@selco.info. Position will remain open until filled.

During these difficult times, the Cannon Falls Library and Library Board are finding ways to make the library more accessible and equitable to all members of the community. Under normal circumstances many people depend on the library to provide essential services such as access to internet, information, and resources. During this pandemic all of these services have become critical. As a result, the Cannon Falls Library Board voted to officially go fine free and eliminated all fines owed to the Cannon Falls Library that are older than one year.

“We understand that life happens,” states Cannon Falls Library Director Nicole Miller. “We also recognize that assessing overdue fines is not fair to patrons with limited incomes or to those who have lost their jobs. This is our way to let people know that we care and that we’re here to help you.”

The Cannon Falls Library is committed to providing equal access to every member of the community and eliminating overdue fines offers cardholders a fresh start to rediscover all that their library has to offer. By eliminating most fines, the library is removing barriers and making access easy, equitable, and enjoyable for everyone.

More and more libraries across the country have adopted fine-free policies in recent years based on research indicating that patrons return more items and return them sooner than when late fees were assessed. Libraries that have adopted these policies have also reported higher library use as formerly disenfranchised patrons resumed good standing status.

Says Miller, “I’m sure people are wondering ‘What does fine free mean?’ From now on, all materials owned by the Cannon Falls Library no longer accrue overdue fees. But that doesn’t mean you don’t have to return or renew the materials! It just means you aren’t penalized if you return materials late. All lost and damaged materials still have fees, as well as overdue fines owed to other libraries in the SELCO region. So make sure to renew and return those library materials!”

If you have an idea for something more the library might do to meet an essential need, please contact us at cf_dir@selco.info or 507-263-2804.

The Cannon Falls Library currently has an opening for a part–time library shelver.

10-13 hours per week; afternoons and Saturdays

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Shelving library materials and straightening shelves using the Dewey Decimal System, helping to maintain the general good order of the library, assisting patrons in locating items, and checking items in and out. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. This job requires considerable kneeling, bending, and reaching high and low. Strong alphabetizing and numerical skills required.

Qualification Requirements

• Ability to read and interpret documents.
• Ability to order items both alphabetically and numerically.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing with supervisors, Library and other City staff, and the general public.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide. Ability to make arithmetic computations using whole numbers, fractions and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios and percentages.
• Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Working knowledge of the scope and physical organization of the library collection, including a basic understanding of the Dewey Decimal Classification system.
• Working knowledge of computers and software applications.
• Ability to type and enter information into automated system with speed and accuracy.
• Ability to operate various types of office equipment.

For more information please call, Cannon Falls Library, at 507-263-2804. Position will remain open until filled. Applications available here.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $10.00 /hour

Dear Friends,

Effective immediately, the Cannon Falls Library is expanding browsing appointments to every half hour, beginning at 10:00 am until closing. We are also extending our Tuesday hours to 7:00 pm. We are still limiting browsing appointments to 5 people, but will allow larger families to explore the library as a group. Please call 507-263-2804 during open hours to reserve your spot.

Computer use appointments will remain limited to up to 3 people at the top of the hour due to the need for physical distancing at public computers. Patrons will only be allowed 45 minutes on the computers before being asked to leave the building. Computer stations are sanitized after each use.

All patrons (except children aged 2 and under) are to wear masks while in the library, as a courtesy for others. Masks should cover both the mouth and nose.

Due to the overwhelming popularity of curbside service, we intend to continue this service. We are also continuing Mystery Grab Bags. Call 507-263-2804 during open hours to make requests and to arrange for curbside pickup. Requests can also be made by logging into your library account online with your library card number.

We are not presently allowing groups to meet in the library until further notice.

We thank you for your patience and cooperation through these trying times. As always, we strive to serve you as safely and as efficiently as possible. You are important to us and we appreciate you. Thank you, Cannon Falls!

Library Director Nicole

The Cannon Falls Library is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and creative Library Assistant to perform a broad range of library services specializing in developing programs for children. Activities include: conducting programs for children and creating promotional items to announce them; assisting the public with the use of modern technology; assisting the Director with community outreach; and contributing to the greater good of the library by supporting broader goals.

Candidates should demonstrate the ability to cheerfully and tactfully deal with a wide variety of people; strong organizational and time management skills; ability to design and implement fun, educational programs; ability to work independently and collaboratively; knowledge of library materials and the Dewey Decimal System; ability to perform clerical work such as using word processing, photocopying, emailing, and Internet tools.

Requirements: Minimum high school diploma or GED. The ideal candidate has a broad knowledge of childhood development, particularly in the area of language and literacy, has extensive experience working with children, and a minimum of 2 years of library experience.

Starting Salary: $20.15/hr, minimum 24 hours per week.

For more information call, Cannon Falls Library, at 507-263-2804 or email nmiller@selco.info. Applications accepted through June 24, 2020.

On Monday, June 17th, our online catalog will be down all day for a SELCO-wide software migration. We will not be able to access our online catalog or request books for you that day. We will, however, be open and will be able to perform some limited circulation. Please be patient with us, and all libraries in SELCO. We wish to make this transition as smooth as possible and apologize in advance for any inconveniences.

Due to the ongoing power outage in Cannon Falls, we are still closed today. We hope to be open on Monday morning. In the meantime, the Northfield and Red Wing libraries are operating under their regular hours.