Public Services Librarian & Archivist Assistant – Weekend

Tennessee Secretary of State; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Tennessee Secretary of State’s Tennessee State Library & Archives seeks a Librarian-Archivist Assistant 2 to support Public Services. You will greet patrons, answer questions, assist with catalog access, and help with research inquiries. The role includes opening/closing duties and occasional weekend shifts.

Responsibilities cover registering users, issuing cards, guiding access to collections, and leading library tours for groups. Strong communication and computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree is required.
• Relevant education or experience in library science, archives, history, public records, genealogy, historical research, or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represents the Tennessee State Library & Archives to the public in a friendly, courteous, and professional manner.
• Welcomes and assists patrons, providing information about services, hours, access procedures, and policies.
• Assist patrons with routine questions and direct specialized inquiries to Public Services staff.
• Register library users, issue library cards, and explain access to collections and services.
• Assist with opening/closing procedures, building access, and safety responsibilities.
• Certify public documents and records per requirements and procedures.
• Assist patrons with public computers, online catalogs, databases, scanning equipment, and related resources.
• Answer phones, respond to inquiries, and direct inquiries to appropriate staff.
• Lead tours of the facility for patrons, students, and groups.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Oral and written communication

Computer skills

Research skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Tennessee Secretary of State’s Tennessee State Library & Archives seeks a Librarian-Archivist Assistant 2 to support Public Services. You will greet patrons, answer questions, assist with catalog access, and help with research inquiries. The role includes opening/closing duties and occasional weekend shifts.

Responsibilities cover registering users, issuing cards, guiding access to collections, and leading library tours for groups. Strong communication and computer skills are essential.