Part-time Library Tech-Bertram Library

Burnet County; Bertram (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Burnet County’s Bertram Library seeks a part-time Library Tech to support daily library functions, including children's programs, customer service, and basic operations. 25–29 hours weekly, Mon–Fri 9am–5pm and Sat 10am–3pm, with schedule adjustments for holidays.

The role requires reliable attendance, ability to operate computers, and teamwork under the Library Director and Assistant Director. A high school diploma is required, library experience is preferred, and a valid driver’s license is

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma; library experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills and ability to assist patrons.
• Ability to operate Windows/Microsoft systems and office equipment.
• Willingness to learn new technology and adapt to library tools and processes.
• Proficient written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist patrons with library materials, services, and technology.
• Plan and present weekly children's story time programs for various ages.
• Plan and run Summer Reading Program for 250–300 children.
• Maintain check-in/out operations and shelve materials.
• Troubleshoot basic technology issues and maintain records.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Tech literacy (Windows)

Learning new technology

English communication

Education

High school diploma

Library experience preferred

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

WORKING TITLE: PART TIME LIBRARY TECH - BERTRAM LIBRARY DEPARTMENT: LIBRARY

REPORTS TO: BERTRAM LIBRARY DIRECTOR

CLASSIFICATION: GROUP 58

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position, under the supervision of the Library Director and management by the Assistant Director, performs a variety of public service duties to support daily library functions, including children's programming, customer service and basic library duties. Position will be 25-29 hours a week within the times of Monday- Friday 9am-5pm and Saturday 10am-3pm. The schedule is subject to change with holiday closings and library needs.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Requires regular attendance timeliness and performance of assigned duties and work schedule
• Perform daily operations of circulation including public interaction
• Assist patrons in using library materials, services, and technology
• Plan, implement and present weekly children's story time programs for various ages as well as specialty youth programs throughout the year
• Plan, implement and present a Summer Reading Program for average 250- 300 children to promote continued education through the summer
• Retrieve, check in, organize, and shelve materials returned by patrons
• Execute daily opening and closing operations
• Operate office machines such as computers, scanners, and fax machines with a high degree of competency
• Maintain timely and accurate records
• Troubleshoot and resolve technology problems as needed

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

May include, but not limited to:

• Cross train peers, as assigned
• Compile library data and statistics as required
• Reconcile and validate moneys collected for deposit to County offices, as assigned
• Advise patrons in selecting preferred library materials
• Create and present programs, as assigned
• Catalog and process items as needed
• Various other tasks necessary for the operation of the library as assigned

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma
• Library experience preferred

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Requires knowledge and application of customer service skills
• Requires attention to detail
• Able to operate computers with current Windows/Microsoft systems and office equipment with competence
• Read, comprehend, and implement technical and non-technical materials
• Able to learn new technology and have a basic understanding of current technological trends and trouble shooting
• Articulate proficiently in written and oral communication with the ability to speak, read and write in English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Stand or sit for extended periods of time
• Walk, bend, stoop, reach, kneel, grasp items, push/pull carts, crawl, sit on floor, climb using stairs, ladders, step stools
• Touch, hear, feel, see and read within a high and low range
• Ability to diffuse hostile, loud or aggressive patrons
• Tolerate odorous people and materials including molds, allergens and other possibly offensive objects
• Maintain light janitorial duties as needed

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Travel for occasional work at other library locations within the county
• Must have reliable transportation to run errands and travel on library business
• Requires appropriate attire and footwear to be worn daily