Library Clerk - Part-Time - Albert George Branch Library - Needville

Fort Bend County; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 17,388 - 24,765; Part time

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a Part-Time Library Assistant in Richmond, Texas. This role involves responding to patron inquiries, shelving library materials, processing delivery items, and registering patrons. The ideal candidate should have a High School Diploma/GED and strong computer and communication skills.

Compensation is $15.30 per hour for 24 hours per week. This position requires evening and weekend hours and offers the opportunity to be part of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Strong computer skills including keyboard and typing.
• Good communication skills to interact with staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Responds to inquiries by phone and in person.
• Shelves library materials and maintains shelf order.
• Charges and discharges library materials using an automated system.
• Processes delivery items and prepares items for the Hold Shelf.
• Registers patrons and issues library cards.

Skills

Strong computer skills

Good communication skills

Ability to understand and carry out instructions

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

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!

Responsibilities

• Responds to patron inquiries by phone and in person.
• Shelves library materials, maintains shelf order.
• Charges/discharges library materials using an automated system.
• Receives, sorts and processes delivery items.
• Prepares items for the Hold Shelf.
• Reroutes circulation materials to other branches.
• Registers patrons; issues library cards.
• Collects fines and fees.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, Staff Development Day, committee meetings and training sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.
• May perform one or more of the following: Orders supplies, process periodicals; process, mend and clean books and/or AV items; order and receive library materials/check invoices. Create records, change holdings using an automated system; processes mail for the library system; and perform database maintenance.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Ability to bend, stoop, reach, stand, talk, listen; and lift materials up to 25 lbs. on a daily basis; occasional sitting (varies by unit); close vision, distant vision, ability to distinguish color, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• PLEASE NOTE WE ARE UNABLE TO PROVIDE AN APPLICATION STATUS ON YOUR APPLICATION DUE TO THE VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS. IF SELECTED YOU WILL RECEIVE A PHONE CALL OR EMAIL TO DISCUSS THE POSITION AND INTERVIEW PROCESS. THANK YOU!

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED.
• Strong computer skills; keyboard and typing skills.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact easily with staff and the public.
• Ability to understand and carry out instructions.
• Position requires evening and weekend hours.

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.

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.