Job Description
Join our dynamic team at the Plano Public Library System as a Part-Time Library Assistant! This is an exciting opportunity to serve your community while gaining valuable experience in library operations. We're seeking enthusiastic individuals passionate about literacy, customer service, and organizing knowledge. You'll work in a modern, welcoming environment where every day brings new interactions and learning opportunities. Perfect for students, career-changers, or library enthusiasts seeking flexible hours.
Responsibilities
- Assist patrons with circulation services including checkouts, returns, and renewals
- Shelve and organize library materials using Dewey Decimal classification
- Provide excellent customer service and answer reference inquiries
- Operate library technology including catalog systems and public computers
- Assist with program setup and execution for community events
- Maintain orderly appearance of reading areas and collections
- Process new materials and maintain inventory records
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Basic computer proficiency with ability to learn new systems
- Ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 20 lbs
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends
- Attention to detail and organizational abilities
- Previous customer service experience preferred