LIBRARY ASSISTANT

The GEO Group, Inc.; Eagle Pass (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

The GEO Group, Inc. is seeking a Library Assistant for its GEO Secured Services division.

Under direct supervision, the Library Assistant performs daily maintenance of the library, including ordering, cataloging, circulation, and management of periodicals and materials, and provides information on the card catalog. The role involves organizing circulation, training detainee library aides, selecting books and materials for purchase, conducting inventories, and preparing accurate records.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• Bachelor’s degree in library sciences or related field or provisional/professional Librarian Certification preferred.
• Attends educational seminars, conferences, and professional development activities.
• Experience and/or training preferred in assisting in the operation of a small institutional library preferred.

Responsibilities

• The Library Assistant maintains and organizes the circulation of library materials.
• Assists in the directing and training of detainee library aides.
• The Library Assistant assists in the selection of library books, periodicals, and materials for purchase.
• Conducts library inventories, prepares, maintains, and reports records pertaining to circulation, inventory, newspapers, and magazines.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent certification

Bachelor’s degree in library sciences or related field

Librarian Certification (provisional/professional) preferred

Job description

Benefits Information

Full-time employees will enjoy a competitive benefits package with options for you and your family including:

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Overview

Are you looking for a career you can feel good about? We hire only those that strive to do their best. By joining our family, you'll receive the honor and recognition that comes with working for the industry's global leader in evidenced based rehabilitation.

Who We Are

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.

Why Work For GEO

• We believe that work is more than a place you go to every day. It is about being inspired and motivated to achieve extraordinary things.
• Employee benefits play an important role in making The GEO Group a great place to work. At GEO, we believe in the three pillars of employee wellbeing: physical, emotional, and financial. With comprehensive benefits and competitive wages, we trust that you will find all the resources you need here to be successful.

Responsibilities

The Library Assistant under direct supervision, assists in performing overall daily maintenance of the library to include ordering, cataloging, classifying, circulation, and maintaining all library periodicals, books, and materials. Provides information and assistance on use of the card catalog.

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• The Library Assistant maintains and organizes the circulation of library materials.
• Assists in the directing and training of detainee library aides.
• The Library Assistant assists in the selection of library books, periodicals, and materials for purchase.
• Conducts library inventories. prepares, maintains, and reports appropriate records pertaining to circulation, inventory, newspapers, and magazines.
• The Library Assistant may assist in conducting library orientation for classes in coordination with instructors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required.
• Bachelor’s degree in library sciences or related field or provisional/professional Librarian Certification preferred.
• Attends educational seminars, conferences, and professional development activities.
• Experience and/or training preferred in assisting in the operation of a small institutional library preferred.

GEO Secured Services