Library Concierge & Reference Specialist

City of Arlington, Texas; Branch (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Arlington, Texas is seeking a library assistant to provide reference and reader advisory services, helping patrons locate materials and answer information queries. You will support circulation activities, process fines, and assist with maintenance of the collection.

The role requires basic search skills, familiarity with Dewey Decimal organization, and the ability to handle cash during transactions. Strong teamwork and adaptability are essential for daily library operations.

Qualifications

• One year of college completed.
• One year of customer service experience in a bookstore or library.
• Equivalent combination of education and/or experience considered.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons with information, education and recreational reading needs through reference and reader advisory services.
• Utilize basic search and retrieval skills and assist with databases and catalogs.
• Handle circulation policies, data entry, and cash handling for fines and fees.
• Shelve materials and assist with collection maintenance as needed.

Skills

Information retrieval

Customer service

Cash handling

Windows software

Data entry

Education

One year college

One year customer service experience in bookstore or library

Tools

Windows-based software

Word processing

Spreadsheet software

Job description

City of Arlington, Texas is seeking a library assistant to provide reference and reader advisory services, helping patrons locate materials and answer information queries. You will support circulation activities, process fines, and assist with maintenance of the collection.

The role requires basic search skills, familiarity with Dewey Decimal organization, and the ability to handle cash during transactions. Strong teamwork and adaptability are essential for daily library operations.