Library Assistant

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Works with Supervisor to ensure comprehensive and constant coverage of service areas. Applicants must submit a cover letter & resume. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties that are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Assists Library patrons at circulation desk with book returns and checkouts, payment of fines, and completing Library card application and hold request forms. Collects payments. Empties book drop and book collection areas. Organizes books into their Dewey number and shelves them properly. Maintains the order and cleanliness of Library areas and holdings. Opens and prepares Library common areas, computers, office equipment and other search tools. Logs into database statistics of patrons, reference questions and Library usage statistics. Answers the telephone and refers calls to appropriate section. Assist patrons in locating materials and information, both adults and children. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education, training and Experience Guidelines High school diploma or equivalent. One (1) year of full-time experience working in a modern library to include direct customer service experience. OR Any equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Library Circulation or Reference experience preferred. Knowledge of: Library administration, organization, and operation. Library reference computer. Dewy Decimal System in order to shelve and locate books. Skill in: Using computer and various software programs. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with organizations, schools, and general public. Working with adults and children. Reading reports, memoranda, periodicals, journals, etc. Filling out forms; taking messages. Perform basic mathematical calculations to keeps tally of patrons entering building, make change, and calculating fines. Responding to requests for information. LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, crouching, bending, vision, hearing, talking, use of foot controls. Hiring Range: $18.36 - $23.00, hourly. #LoveWhereYouWork! Check out the benefits of working with us here. Regular-Part time If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us! The City of Georgetown, Texas is a municipality of 106,000 (census estimate for 2024) located 30 miles north of Austin along I-35. The City can be best characterized by its educated, engaged citizens, its award-winning parks and trails, and its ability to maintain a cohesive, smaller-town feel despite its amazing growth. Our organization's culture is driven by its 5 core values of: Trust, Communication, Teamwork, Professionalism, and Work-Life Balance. The City of Georgetown is an equal opportunity employer. Offers of employment with the City of Georgetown is contingent upon: Proof of education, certification(s) and experience as listed on the employment application based on the job posting requirements. Satisfactory results from a pre-employment drug screening, criminal history background and driving record check. Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship. * *The City of Georgetown confirms verification of employment using E-Verify. E-Verify checks the information against records held by the Social Security Administration (SSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to confirm whether the employee is legally eligible to work in the U.S. For more information about the City of Georgetown, visit our website at https://www.georgetowntexas.gov