Deputy Director/Library

Kaufman County; Kaufman, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaufman County, Texas, is seeking a Library Assistant to support daily library operations, assist patrons with circulation, reference, and computer use, and help implement programs. The role requires teamwork, excellent communication, problem solving, and the ability to handle a high volume of work; education includes a high school diploma or GED, with preferred library science degree.

Experience in clerical or customer service is required or preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; degree in Library Science/Education preferred.
• Experience in clerical and customer service roles is required or preferred.
• Ability to learn library computer systems and operate standard office equipment.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons with circulation, reference, computer use, and information needs.
• Supervise staff in the absence of the Library Director and maintain a safe environment.
• Support programs, reading initiatives, and day-to-day library operations.

Skills

Basic computer usage

Learn library systems

Reading/writing skills

Communication skills

Customer service

Education

High school diploma or GED

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Library Science or Education

Tools

Library automation systems

Job description

Job Opportunities

Use the Government Jobs tab to search through your municipality's employment opportunities. Subscribe to job posting notifications to be automatically alerted of the latest career opportunities by clicking on the Notify Me® button.

Plan and lead story times, craft sessions, summer reading program, STEAM activities, and special family events. Manage the Inter-Library Loan borrowing services. Supervises staff and the day-to-day operations of the library in the absence of the library director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises full- and part-time staff in the absence of Library Director.
• Helps create an environment where customers have the best possible library experience.
• Assists customers with circulation, readers' advisory, reference, computer, and information needs.
• Provides courteous and friendly customer service to the public, other employees, and officials in person, over the phone, and online.
• Basic assistance with electronic devices, printers, faxes, scanners, cell phones, and copiers.
• Participates in securing the building, performs opening and closing procedures, and protects confidential information in patron records.
• Performs other job-related duties as directed and handles special projects as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• The ability to work and contribute to a team environment where leadership is valued and expected at all levels and to treat co-workers and customers with respect.
• Critical thinking in problem-solving and decision-making.
• Flexibility and adaptability in an environment of continuous improvement and change.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• The ability to gather and use evidence and data to make informed decisions.
• Working knowledge of basic math, computer skills, and office equipment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Skills in basic computer usage.
• Ability to learn computer-automated library systems.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to perform basic math using units of American money.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other county employees, officials, and the public of varying ages.
• Ability to deal with a high volume of work in a short period.

EDUCATION:

• High school diploma (or GED certificate).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Library Science or Education.

EXPERIENCE:

• One year of clerical and customer service experience is required.
• Library experience preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work is performed primarily in a standard climate-controlled office and requires sufficient physical mobility to work in an office setting with prolonged exposure to computer screens, to stand or sit for prolonged periods, walking, standing, stooping, bending, kneeling, and lifting to 15 pounds. Need manual dexterity and visual acuity. This position closes the library one late night per week and one Saturday every other month ( 6 Saturdays per year). Must be able to operate office equipment requiring repetitive hand movement and fine coordination including use of a computer keyboard.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kaufman County, Texas, commits to a policy of equal employment opportunity for applicants and employees, complying with local, state, and federal laws. The County’s policy is to employ qualified persons without discrimination regarding race, creed, color, religion, age, sex, country of national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, political affiliation, ethnicity, or status in any other group protected by federal/state/local law.