Job Details

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Department: Montgomery County Library

Job Title: Library Assistant II - 20 hours / week

Job Grade: 5

Hourly Pay Rate: $16.46 - $17.57

Work Site: R.B. Tullis Branch Library - 21569 US-59, New Caney, TX 77357

Shift Hours: Includes evenings and Saturdays, as assigned

Civil Service: Not Applicable

Education, Experience and Skill Requirements:
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Six months work experience, library work preferred (volunteer work considered)
• Knowledge of Windows and Microsoft Office
• Experience with automated library catalog, and online search preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills, able to work well with libra1y customers and other staff members
• Ability to accomplish objectives in a team setting
• Physical ability to perform responsibilities as listed
• Good communication skills, oral and written

Primary Job Duties:
• Plans and coordinates children's services and programs, presenting preschool and/or toddler storytimes, which may include reading or telling stories, finger plays and singing, as well as operating audiovisual equipment
• Conducts tours for groups and individuals, as needed
• Types and files; enters data into automated system, as appropriate to specific position
• Reports problems, both automated and system, as appropriate to specific position
• Assists unit supervisor in identifying needs and preparing unit budget and supply requests
• Assists in keeping materials shelved in accordance with library policy and in keeping Children's area tidy and neat
• Provides readers advisory and information services, including online searching and instruction in use of automated catalog, for children, young adults and adults as needed
• Prepare flyers, handouts, promotional items in conjunction with programs or outreach activities
• Assist in planning and presentations of summer reading program activities with Children's Librarian and assist at outreach events as needed.
• Assists unit supervisor in identifying service needs, including materials for the collection and the weeding of the section
• Keeps daily and monthly statistical records of materials and service, as appropriate
• Participates in meetings and training, as needed
• Works circulation desk, as needed
• Performs other work, as needed

After receiving a conditional offer of employment, applicant must pass a drug screen (1/2 cost = $20.00, responsibility of applicant) and may need a physical agility test (1/2 cost = $22.50, responsibility of applicant) before becoming an employee of Montgomery County.

Montgomery County provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.