Library Assistant l Children's Department Job at City of Edinburg, Edinburg, TX

  • City of Edinburg
  • Edinburg, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

LIBRARY ASSISTANT I

City of Edinburg in Edinburg, TX is actively seeking a dedicated Library Assistant l to assist with organizing and providing assistance to librarians with the maintenance of the library and audiovisual materials. Are you seeking engaging work ? Do you wish to advance your career as a Library Assistant l? Does working for a rapidly growing city sound appealing to you? If so, please continue reading!

This Library Assistant l position earns competitive pay of $ 15.00/hr . We provide great benefits and perks , including paid holidays, paid time off (PTO), life & ADD insurance, a retirement plan with a 7% employee contribution and a city match of 2 to 1, 100%-paid medical and 100%-paid dental with optional dependent coverage, workers compensation, and Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) . Additionally, we offer our employees an employee assistance program (EAP), a healthy lifestyle program, and access to Active Edinburg fitness centers . If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, apply to join our team today !

ABOUT CITY OF EDINBURG

Edinburg is the fastest growing city in the Rio Grande Valley, with a 23% growth rate since 2010, and is among the top five fastest-growing cities in the state. It has been recognized as an all-American city three times by the National Civic League, placing it among a handful of outstanding communities in the nation. Our wonderful city has exceptional entertainment, arts & culture, recreation, and education, which makes it a great place to work.

Our employees share our dedication to the city, which is why we like to show them our appreciation for their commitment. We do this by providing competitive compensation , exceptional PTO opportunities , and other great benefits to help them lead healthy, productive lives . We care about people, and that includes both our residents and employees!

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A LIBRARY ASSISTANT I

As a Library Assistant l, you spend your day providing high quality service, as well as promoting an accommodating, welcoming library environment. Your work typically involves providing assistance to library patrons by registering borrowers, issue library cards, and keep records of new registrants. Assisting patrons with researching and obtaining information from the library or archival collections and assisting with entire operations of the café shop generally fill up your day. Your job is essential to the city, and you assist the department staff with cultural events/programs by planning/coordinating library events. You are constantly on your toes and ready for any new and unexpected challenges that may arise in the city. This can include assisting with drafting press releases and set-up for events/programs.

When you aren't assisting with events/programs, you generally are at the library cataloging/processing new and donated materials. You also ensure to repair books, DVDs, and audiobooks and withdraw damaged/dated library materials. You enjoy being helpful and have no problem providing assistance and support to other divisions within the department as needed. The city needs someone like you with skills in customer service, computers, and you find genuine enjoyment in what you do!

QUALIFICATIONS FOR A LIBRARY ASSISTANT I

  • Required Education: High school diploma, G.E.D. or equivalency
    • Education Preference: Associates Degree
  • Required Work Experience: No experience required
  • Intermediate computer skills in a Microsoft Windows environment; includes Excel, Word, Publisher, database management, and record keeping.
  • Knowledge of Dewey Decimal System
  • Must be bilingual in English and Spanish required.
  • Must have a current and valid class "C" driver's license from the Texas Department of Public Safety

Are you someone who prefers hands-on work? Do you have excellent oral and written communication skills? Are you attentive to detail? Do you enjoy working as part of a team? Is dependability one of your strengths? If yes, you might just be perfect for this Library Assistant l job!

READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that you have the right skills to succeed as our Library Assistant l, apply now using our mobile-friendly application.

Location: 78541

Applicants will be subject to a complete background investigation. Incomplete, inaccurate and/or failure to report information will cause the applicant rejection from consideration.

Applicants must also take and pass a pre-employment drug test administered by the City of Edinburg at the City's expense.

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