Bilingual Library Services Assistant

City of San Antonio; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

City of San Antonio is seeking a Library Assistant who will support librarians with basic library services in an indoor environment. You will work at one of 28 branch locations, with a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities include catalog help, reference assistance, and guiding patrons in using library resources. This role requires two years of college and library experience in circulation or reference work, with preferred Spanish proficiency and public service

Qualifications

• Two years of college from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of library experience involving circulation, cataloging or reference assistance.
• Knowledge of fundamental library principles, methods, materials, and practices.
• Knowledge of library public service practices.
• Knowledge of library reference resources and collections.
• Knowledge of Dewey decimal classification system.
• Ability to learn and use established library methods.
• Ability to conduct an effective reference interview with library users.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.

Responsibilities

• Searches bibliographic databases such as OCLC and library databases for accurate bibliographic records.
• Creates electronic records and produces various reports.
• Assists the public in the use of the catalog system and by answering routine reference questions at the library's information desk.
• Provides answers to ready reference questions and refers complex reference questions to the appropriate specialized librarian.
• Provides guidance to the public in the use of the library.
• Helps users find the appropriate books or information to meet their needs, occasionally lifting and carrying books and materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Prepares and presents routine group service programs for children, young adults, or adults.
• Conducts tours of the library.
• Checks bibliographies or reviews journals against the catalog to determine SAPL holdings.
• Serves on staff committees as assigned by Library Administrator.
• Assists with computer sign-up and circulation duties.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

Skills

Library principles

Public service

Reference resources

Dewey Decimal

Communication

Customer service

Reference interview

Teamwork

Education

Two years college

Library experience: circulation/cataloging/reference

Tools

OCLC

Job description

City of San Antonio is seeking a Library Assistant who will support librarians with basic library services in an indoor environment. You will work at one of 28 branch locations, with a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities include catalog help, reference assistance, and guiding patrons in using library resources. This role requires two years of college and library experience in circulation or reference work, with preferred Spanish proficiency and public service