Part-Time Position-Library Assistant-Law Library

Fort Bend County; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

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Job summary

Fort Bend County is seeking a part-time Library Assistant for the Law Library. You will assist patrons at the reference desk, answer legal reference questions, and help with catalog searches and computer access.

The role requires some evening/weekend availability, a high school diploma (2 years of college preferred), and basic typing and computer skills. A supportive team environment and ongoing training are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; 2 years of college preferred.
• Typing and keyboarding skills; strong computer/internet/database search skills.
• Excellent communication and ability to interact with staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Answer legal reference questions at the reference desk.
• Search catalog, databases and print sources for patron inquiries.
• Assist patrons using public computers and access the public catalog.
• Use Fort Bend County Records website to access the internet and databases.
• Collect fees for printing.
• Attend reference training and ongoing educational programs.
• Perform shelf-reading, shelving duties, and maintain the law library shelf list.
• Complete book processing or other duties as assigned.
• Study databases and legal resources to stay familiar with resources.

Skills

Typing/keyboarding

Internet/database searching

Communication with patrons

Education

High school diploma / 2 years college

Job description

Fort Bend County is one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and we foster a workplace environment welcoming to all.

Position Overview

Library Assistant – Part Time – Law Library. Assist patrons at the law library's reference desk and provide answers to legal reference questions, including complicated or difficult inquiries.

Responsibilities

• Provide answers to legal reference questions, referring complicated or difficult questions to the full‑time staff.
• Search catalog, databases and print sources to answer patron inquiries.
• Assist patrons in using the public computers to access the public catalog.
• Use the Fort Bend County Records website to access the internet and databases.
• Collect fees for printing.
• Help in other areas of the library as required, such as maintaining the law library shelf list.
• Complete assigned shelf‑reading and shelving duties (keeping the shelves in order).
• Complete book processing or other duties as assigned.
• Attend reference training and other educational programs on a continuing basis, as they are available.
• Study the databases, ref‑links, and legal reference‑book collection on a regular basis in order to ensure familiarity with all of the library's information resources.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Requires high‑school diploma or equivalent and 2 years of college.
• Relevant library or legal experience preferred.
• Typing and key‑boarding skills.
• Computer skills involving use of the internet and database searching.
• Good communication skills and ability to interact easily with staff and the public.
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, and lift up to 10lbs. of library materials.
• Position requires evening and weekend hours.

Compensation

• SALARY: $15.30/Hourly
• Closing: Upon filling position

Benefits

• 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.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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. For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply. 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.

Community

Fort Bend County is looking for motivated people that love coming to work, dare to do their best, want to work with like‑minded people, and help change the community.