Job Description
Launch your career in library services with our exclusive paid training program! The Houston Metropolitan Library System is seeking passionate individuals to join our team as Library Assistants. No prior experience required – we provide comprehensive hands-on training covering cataloging systems, customer service protocols, digital resource management, and archival preservation. This full-time position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a clear career advancement path within our award-winning library network.
Responsibilities
- Manage circulation desk operations including check-in/check-out processes
- Assist patrons with digital resource navigation and research inquiries
- Organize and maintain physical/digital collections using Dewey Decimal System
- Process new acquisitions and conduct inventory management
- Support children's programming and community outreach events
- Maintain patron records and ensure confidentiality compliance
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent (college degree preferred)
- Basic computer literacy and comfort with learning new software
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and customer service aptitude
- Ability to work independently and in team environments
- Flexibility to work evenings/weekends as needed
- No library experience required – training provided!