Job Description
Join our award-winning library team as a Library Assistant with comprehensive paid training! We're seeking passionate individuals to help serve Plano's diverse community through innovative library services. This position offers full-time benefits, career advancement opportunities, and hands-on experience in modern library operations. Our training program covers circulation systems, digital literacy instruction, collection management, and community engagement strategies. Perfect for career changers or recent graduates looking to enter the library sciences field.
What We Offer:
- 4-week paid training program (40 hours/week)
- Comprehensive health benefits package
- Tuition reimbursement for library certifications
- Professional development stipend
- Collaborative team environment
Responsibilities
- Manage circulation desk operations including check-ins/check-outs and account maintenance
- Assist patrons with digital resources, e-books, and research databases
- Conduct children's and adult programming (storytimes, workshops)
- Process new materials and maintain collection organization
- Provide exceptional customer service across all patron interactions
- Support technology assistance and basic troubleshooting
- Participate in community outreach initiatives
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required (college preferred)
- Strong computer literacy including MS Office suite
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexible schedule including evenings/weekends
- Customer service experience preferred
- Attention to detail and organizational abilities
- Passion for lifelong learning and community service
- Ability to lift 25 lbs and stand for extended periods