Job Description
Join our dynamic team at the Dallas Public Library and make an immediate impact! We're seeking passionate Library Assistants to start tomorrow and help shape the future of community learning. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to serve Dallas' diverse neighborhoods in a modern, tech-forward environment. Don't wait—apply today and begin your rewarding career in library science tomorrow!
Responsibilities
- Manage circulation desk operations including check-outs, returns, and renewals
- Assist patrons with digital resources, catalog searches, and reference inquiries
- Organize and maintain library materials in physical and digital formats
- Implement community outreach programs and literacy initiatives
- Process new acquisitions and manage inventory systems
- Support technology assistance for patrons using library computers and devices
- Coordinate interlibrary loan services and material reservations
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required; Library Science degree preferred
- 1+ years library or customer service experience
- Proficiency with library management systems (e.g., Sierra, Evergreen)
- Strong interpersonal skills with diverse populations
- Ability to multitask in fast-paced environments
- Basic knowledge of Dewey Decimal System and cataloging principles
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
- Valid Texas driver's license if handling interlibrary transport