Youth Services Library Paraprofessional

Fort-Bend-County,-Tx; Fulshear (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Fort Bend County Library seeks a Library Paraprofessional-Youth to assist patrons, develop youth programming and manage outreach efforts. You will locate materials, explain reference tools, and support collection development in a busy branch setting.

Role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of related experience, with evening and weekend shifts. Strong communication and teamwork skills help you engage with the public and staff while delivering programs and services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; one year of related experience preferred.
• Evening and weekend work is required.
• Computer skills and ability to use library databases.
• Strong verbal and written communication; ability to engage with the public and staff.
• Ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Interact with library patrons to assist in locating materials and information.
• Explain use of reference sources and search catalogs, databases and print sources.
• Assist with collection development and maintenance; plan tours and programs.
• Assemble displays and bibliographies of books and other library materials.
• Instruct co-workers and assist with duties; perform MARC cataloging tasks.
• Develop and manage youth services programming and outreach activities.
• Plan school visits and other outreach; participate in emergency management duties.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Public interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MARC Records

Library catalogs

Job description

Fort Bend County Library seeks a Library Paraprofessional-Youth to assist patrons, develop youth programming and manage outreach efforts. You will locate materials, explain reference tools, and support collection development in a busy branch setting.

Role requires a Bachelor’s degree and at least one year of related experience, with evening and weekend shifts. Strong communication and teamwork skills help you engage with the public and staff while delivering programs and services.