Library Assistant - Part-Time -Adult- University Branch Library

Fortbend; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 17,908 - 24,796; Part time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to support adult services at the University Branch Library in Sugar Land, TX. The role involves assisting at reference desks, helping patrons with catalogs and databases, and processing books and AV materials.

Evening and weekend hours are required, with a pay rate of $15.30 per hour for 24 hours per week. A high school diploma plus 48 college credits are required, and transcripts must be provided; strong communication and computer skills

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or equivalent and 48 college credit hours; transcripts required.
• Relevant experience working with adults in groups preferred.
• Typing and keyboarding skills; computer skills involving Internet and database searching.

Responsibilities

• Assist the full-time staff at one of the library’s reference desks.
• Provide answers to reference questions; refer complicated questions to full-time staff.
• Assist patrons with public computers to access the public catalog, circulation accounts, Internet and databases.
• Help in other areas of the library as required, including at circulation or other reference desks.
• Complete shelf-reading duties and complete book/AV processing as assigned.
• Attend reference training and other educational programs as available.

Skills

Typing

Communication

Computer skills

Public interaction

Lifting 25 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

48 college credits

Job description

## Library Assistant - Part-Time -Adult- University Branch LibraryApplylocations: Sugar Land, TXtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 9 Days Agojob requisition id: JR1425-06-26**Current Fort Bend County Employees (excluding election workers):** Please click here to apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. If you cannot access the Jobs Hub, please contact Human Resources.Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!Part-time* Assist the full-time staff at one of the library’s reference desks.* Provide answers to reference questions, referring complicated or difficult questions to the full-time staff.* Assist patrons in using the public computers to access the public catalog, locate circulation accounts, and access the Internet and databases.* Help in other areas of the library as required, assisting at the circulation desk, or helping out at other reference desks.* Complete assigned shelf-reading duties (keeping the shelves in order).* Complete book and AV processing or other duties as assigned.* Attend reference training and other educational programs on a continuing basis, as they are available.* Study the databases, Online Resources, and reference-book collection on a regular basis in order to ensure familiarity with all of the library’s information resources.MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS* Requires High School Diploma or equivalent and 48 credit hours of college; Transcripts are required.* Relevant experience working with adults in groups preferred.* Typing and keyboarding skills.* Computer skills involving use of the Internet and database searching.* Good communication skills and ability to interact easily with staff and the public.* Ability to bend, stoop, reach, lift library materials up to 25 lbs.* Position requires evening and weekend hours.\*\*\*The selection process for this position is managed at the library branch level. Applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted and offered an appointment. Unfortunately, our system does not provide a status update by phone or email during the selection process.**SALARY:** Part-Time $15.30 per hour, 24 hours per week**CLOSING:** Upon filling position**All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.** Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification. For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply *Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.*