Library Paraprofessional -Adult-Cinco Ranch Library

About the role

The Library Paraprofessional - Adult - Cinco Ranch Library position involves interacting with library patrons to assist them in selecting materials or meeting informational needs. This includes explaining the use of reference sources, searching catalog and databases, and assisting with collection development and maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Explains the use of reference sources such as bibliographic indexes or computer assisted reference tools.
• Sets up and arranges displays and bibliographies of books and other library materials.
• Aids and/or instructs other employees with their duties.
• Performs database maintenance.
• Develops, performs, and/or manages youth services programming.
• Plans and performs school visits and other outreach activities.
• Catalogs and classifies library materials such as books, audiovisual materials, etc.
• Creates records, changes holdings, using an automated system.
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in related field.
• One year job-related experience.
• Relevant experience working with children in groups is preferred.
• Computer skills.
• Good verbal and written communication including interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials.
• Organizational skills and the ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner.
• Requires evening and weekend work.

Benefits

Fort Bend County offers a wide range of benefits to its employees, including membership in the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS) for full-time employees. The County is also committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities.

Pay

SALARY RANGE: $17.95 - $22.44 per hour based on qualifications

Schedule

Full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS).

Qualifications

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree in a related field, one year of job-related experience, and relevant experience working with children in groups. Computer skills, good verbal and written communication, organizational skills, and the ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner are also required. Evening and weekend work is required.