Job Description
Join our dynamic team at the Tampa Public Library System as an immediate-hire Library Assistant! We're seeking a passionate individual to support our community's access to knowledge and resources. This temporary position offers an exciting opportunity to make an immediate impact while working in a collaborative, modern environment.
As a key member of our service team, you'll help patrons navigate digital resources, manage circulation systems, and support educational programs. Perfect for detail-oriented individuals with strong interpersonal skills, this role provides hands-on experience in library operations while serving Tampa's diverse communities.
Responsibilities
- Assist patrons with library catalog searches, book checkouts, and digital resource navigation
- Process and organize returned materials using integrated library systems (ILS)
- Provide exceptional customer service at service desks and via phone/email inquiries
- Support youth and adult programming coordination and execution
- Maintain orderly stacks and perform daily collection maintenance tasks
- Assist with inventory management and shelving accuracy
- Collaborate with team members on special projects and community outreach initiatives
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; library science coursework preferred
- Minimum 1 year customer service experience in fast-paced environments
- Proficiency with computer systems including Microsoft Office suite
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings and weekends
- Basic knowledge of Dewey Decimal System or cataloging principles
- Valid Florida driver's license (if required for branch rotation)
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) candidates strongly encouraged to apply