Job Description
Launch your library career with our comprehensive paid training program! The Houston Metropolitan Library System is seeking motivated Library Assistants to join our award-winning team. No prior experience required – we provide all necessary training to help you succeed in supporting community literacy initiatives. Enjoy competitive pay, flexible scheduling, and opportunities for advancement within one of America's most vibrant cultural institutions.
Responsibilities
- Manage circulation desk operations including check-ins/check-outs and account maintenance
- Assist patrons with catalog navigation, research requests, and digital resource access
- Process new materials including cataloging, labeling, and shelving
- Support youth literacy programs and community outreach events
- Maintain orderly library spaces and enforce usage policies
- Operate integrated library systems (ILS) and patron databases
- Collaborate with librarians on collection development and program execution
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required (college preferred)
- Strong customer service orientation with excellent communication skills
- Ability to learn technical systems quickly with minimal supervision
- Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and internet applications
- Flexibility to work evenings/weekends as needed
- Passion for community education and cultural access
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 20 lbs