Assistant Librarian - PT - Library

City of Temple, TX; Temple (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Temple, TX invites applications for the Assistant Librarian – Adult. Under supervision, you will support adult services, manage programming, reference and reader advisory, and help create welcoming community spaces.

You will collaborate with Outreach and other teams, assist with daily operations, and provide technology help, shelving, displays, and statistics. Bilingual in English & Spanish is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Two years of experience in a public library is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and presents programs for adults.
• Collaborates with Outreach team to present programs and events for all ages both in-library and in the community.
• Assists with daily Adult Services Division operations.
• Provides library outreach at community events.
• Assists with the daily operations of assigned area.
• Provides exceptional service without exception.
• Works collaboratively on programming and strategic initiatives.
• Provides reference and readers advisory guidance through reference interviews and literature searches.
• Maintains an awareness of literature services, reference sources, professional trends, methods, and ethics.
• Implements knowledge of current trends in library services and programs.
• Provides patrons with technology assistance, computer training, and assists patrons with self-service equipment, technology, and facilities.
• Assists in maintaining shelves and creating book displays, bulletin boards, bibliographies, and other informational materials.
• Processes transactions involving cash through the Library’s ILS and/or cash register.
• Calculates and maintains statistics and records for the department.
• Uses initiative and sound judgment to troubleshoot, set priorities, and make decisions.
• Serves as back‑up to the Library Supervisor, when needed.
• Follows City policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Public library environment

Program planning

Customer service

Collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Polaris

Library IQ

Beanstack

VOMO

Job description

Ready to Start Your Career with the City of Temple?

Summary

The Assistant Librarian – Adult, under the general supervision of the Adult Services Supervisor, ensures the library is a welcoming and safe environment that supports and representing all community members. This role is responsible for all aspects of library service with duties including circulation, patron assistance, programming, and public relations.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Prepares and presents programs for adults
• Collaborates with Outreach team to present programs and events for all ages both in-library and in the community
• Assists with daily Adult Services Division operations
• Provides library outreach at community events
• Assists with the daily operations of assigned area
• Provides exceptional service without exception
• Works collaboratively on programming and strategic initiatives
• Provides reference and readers advisory guidance through reference interviews and literature searches
• Maintains an awareness of literature services, reference sources, professional trends, methods, and ethics. Implements knowledge of current trends in library services and programs
• Provides patrons with technology assistance, computer training, and assists patrons with self-service equipment, technology, and facilities
• Assists in maintaining shelves and creating book displays, bulletin boards, bibliographies, and other informational materials
• Processes transactions involving cash through the Library’s ILS and/or cash register
• Calculates and maintains statistics and records for the department
• Uses initiative and sound judgment to troubleshoot, set priorities, and make decisions
• Serves as back‑up to the Library Supervisor, when needed
• Follows City policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience in public library

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in library programming
• Experience working with adults
• Familiarity with Polaris, Library IQ, Beanstack, and/or VOMO
• Bilingual in English & Spanish

Thank you for your interest in the position. Please note only those selected for an interview will be contacted.