Library Reference Desk Associate

Fort Bend County; United States; On-site; USD 1,738,875 - 2,476,580; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Member of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS)

Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a part-time library reference desk assistant to work on the library's reference desks. This role includes assisting patrons with public computers, answering reference questions, and supporting staff with various library tasks.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, relevant experience is preferred, and must be available for evening and weekend hours. The position offers $15.30 per hour for 24 hours a week.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience working with adults in groups preferred.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and lift library materials up to 25 lbs.
• Position requires evening and weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons in using public computers to access the public catalog.
• Help in other areas of the library as required.
• Complete assigned shelf-reading duties to keep the shelves in order.
• Attend reference training and educational programs.
• Study databases, online resources, and reference-book collection.

Skills

Typing and keyboarding skills

Computer skills involving the Internet and database searching

Good communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent and 48 college credit hours

Job description

Fort Bend County is seeking a part-time library reference desk assistant to work on the library's reference desks. This role includes assisting patrons with public computers, answering reference questions, and supporting staff with various library tasks.

The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or equivalent, relevant experience is preferred, and must be available for evening and weekend hours. The position offers $15.30 per hour for 24 hours a week.