Library Paraprofessional-Youth-Fulshear

About the role

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

Responsibilities

• Interacts with library patrons to assist them in selecting materials or meeting informational needs.
• Explains the use of reference sources such as bibliographic indexes or computer assisted reference tools.
• Searches catalog, databases and print sources to answer patron inquiries.
• Assists with collection development and maintenance.
• Plans and conducts tours and programs.
• Assembles and arranges displays and bibliographies of books and other library material.
• Assists and/or instructs other employees with their duties.
• Performs database maintenance.
• Develop, perform and/or manage youth services programming.
• Plan and perform school visits and other outreach activities.
• Catalogs and classifies library materials such as books, audiovisual materials, etc.
• Provides bibliographic control using MARC Records.
• Creates records, changes holding, using and 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
• One year job‑related experience

Skills

• Computer skills
• Good verbal and written communication
• Organizational skills
• Interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials
• Ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner

Benefits

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Pay

$18.31 - $27.47 per hour

Schedule

Requires evening and weekend work.