Part-Time Library Tech - Oakalla Library

Burnet County; Oakalla (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Burnet County's Bertram Library is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to support daily operations, assist patrons, shelve materials, and provide customer service.

The position requires a high school diploma, reliable transportation for occasional travel to other locations, and ability to work 15 hours weekly. Prior library experience is a plus, with a focus on accuracy and helpful support for patrons.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Library experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Basic computer and Windows proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide daily circulation desk operations and public-facing customer service.
• Assist patrons with library materials, services, and computers.
• Retrieve, check in, organize, and shelve materials.
• Answer questions and address patron concerns.
• Support opening and closing procedures.
• Instruct patrons on available resources and basic technology.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Computer literacy

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

This position under the supervision of the Bertram Library Director, performs a variety of public service duties to support daily library functions, including customer service, shelving and other library related tasks. Position will be 15 hours a week.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Require regular attendance, timeliness and performance of assigned duties.
• Perform daily operations of circulation including public interaction.
• Assist patrons in using library materials, services, and computers.
• Retrieve, check in, organize, and shelve materials.
• Communicate with patrons, employees and other individuals to answer questions or explain information and address complaints.
• Execute daily opening and closing operations.
• Instruct patrons on use of all available resources.
  
• Operate office machines such as computers, scanners, and fax machines with high degree of competency.

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.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Travel for occasional work at other library locations.

Must have reliable transportation to run errands and travel on library business.