Job Description
Join our dynamic team at Jacksonville Public Library System and become an essential part of our community's knowledge hub. We're seeking a passionate Library Assistant to deliver exceptional service and support our mission of fostering lifelong learning. Enjoy immediate start date, competitive benefits, and a collaborative environment where your expertise makes a tangible impact. Perfect for detail-oriented individuals with a love for organization and public service.
Responsibilities
- Manage circulation desk operations including check-ins, check-outs, and renewals
- Assist patrons with catalog searches, digital resources, and reference inquiries
- Process new materials including cataloging, labeling, and shelving
- Coordinate community outreach programs and event logistics
- Maintain accurate records using library management systems
- Provide technology assistance to patrons using computers and devices
- Support collection development through inventory and weeding projects
- Collaborate with team to ensure smooth daily library operations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; library science certification preferred
- 1+ years library or customer service experience
- Proficiency with library management systems (e.g., Sierra, Evergreen)
- Strong organizational skills with attention to detail
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
- Basic knowledge of Dewey Decimal System
- Ability to lift 25 lbs and push book carts
- Valid Florida driver's license (for branch rotations)