Library Assistant (Part-Time, January-March 2027)

Sstx; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

St. Stephen's Episcopal School seeks a long-term, part-time Library Assistant for a 10-week substitute role from January 4 to March 12, 2027. Regular hours are Monday through Thursday, 2:15 PM–10:00 PM with a 45-minute dinner break.

The role involves assisting students and faculty, supervising the library, and supporting information literacy efforts. Qualified candidates may hold a MLS or be current MLS students; strong communication, detail orientation, and proactive problem-solving are

Qualifications

• MLS degree or current MLS student preferred.
• Previous library experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail required.
• Must have a proactive, strategic approach to problem-solving.
• Computer literacy skills with G-Suite preferred.
• Outstanding interpersonal skills; experience with Middle/Upper School students is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist students and faculty with library materials and equipment.
• Supervise students in the library to maintain a quiet, academic atmosphere.
• Provide academic guidance to students and connect them to on-campus support.
• Help librarians with projects and programming.
• Use Library Management System to circulate materials and run reports.
• Order and process library materials and make purchases as directed.
• Assist with research and information literacy.
• Communicate with boarding program administrators.
• Perform other library tasks as needed.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

G-Suite proficiency

Library experience

Interpersonal skills

Education

MLS degree

Library Science degree

Tools

Library Management System

G-Suite

Job description

St. Stephen's Episcopal School, a day and boarding school of 710 students (grades 6-12), is seeking a long-term (10 weeks) substitute for a part-time Library Assistant position from January 4 until March 12, 2027. Regular work hours are Monday-Thursday, 2:15-10 pm with a 45 minute dinner break.

Responsibilities:

• Assist students and faculty with library materials and equipment;
• Supervise students in the library space in order to maintain a quiet, academic atmosphere;
• Serve as a resource for students, routinely offer general academic guidance to students, connect them to on-campus support, and be involved in their academic success;
• Help the Librarians implement projects and programming;
• Use the Library Management System software to circulate library materials and run various reports;
• Order and process library materials, make other purchases as directed;
• Provide assistance with research as needed; demonstrate best information literacy practices;
• Communicate frequently with the administrators of the school boarding program;
• Perform other library related tasks as needed.

Requirements:

• A college degree in Library Science or a current student in a MLS program is preferred;
• Previous library experience is a plus;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an attention to detail are required;
• Must have a proactive and strategic approach to problem-solving;
• Computer literacy skills are required and proficiency with G-Suite applications is preferred;
• Must possess outstanding interpersonal skills -- experience working with Middle and/or Upper School students is a plus.

Qualified candidates should submit their resume and a letter of interest addressing their qualifications for this role.

In accordance with our founding mission and as a diocesan school of the Episcopal Church, St. Stephen's Episcopal School believes in the inherent value and dignity of every human being. We seek qualified candidates who share this foundational belief and are ready to work in community to create a more just society. We celebrate every individual, recognizing that our unique stories, histories, and voices are essential to creating a vibrant living and learning space. As such, we strongly encourage people of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply to become members of our community.

Equal access to employment, programs, and services is available to all. With respect to its employment practices, St. Stephen's Episcopal School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender or gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or sexual orientation or identity.