Assistant Librarian - PT - Library

Temple Texas • Temple, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Librarian – Youth, under the general supervision of the Youth Services and Outreach Supervisor, ensures the library is a welcoming and safe environment that supports and represents all community members. This role is responsible for all aspects of library service with duties including circulation, patron assistance, programming, and public relations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of experience in public library

Nice To Haves

• Experience in library programming
• Experience working with youth
• Familiarity with Polaris, Library IQ, Beanstack, and/or VOMO
• Bilingual in English and Spanish

Responsibilities

• Prepares and presents programs for children, teens, and families
• Collaborates with Youth Services and Outreach teams to present programs and events for all ages both in library and out in the community
• Assists with daily Youth Services operations
• Provides library outreach at community events
• Assists with the daily operations of assigned area
• Provides exceptional service without exception
• Works collaboratively on programming and strategic initiatives
• Provides reference and reader’s advisory guidance through reference interviews and literature searches
• Maintains an awareness of literature services, reference sources, professional trends, methods, and ethics, and implements this knowledge in library services and programs
• Provides technology assistance and computer training to patrons, and assists them with self-service equipment, technology, and facilities
• Assists in maintaining shelves and creating book displays, bulletin boards, bibliographies, and other informational materials
• Processes transactions involving cash through the Library’s ILS and/or cash register
• Calculates and maintains statistics and records for the department
• Uses initiative and sound judgment to troubleshoot, set priorities, and make decisions
• Follows City policies, procedures, and safety guidelines
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED