Job Description
Join our award-winning library system as a Senior Library Assistant and elevate your career in information management. We're seeking a detail-oriented professional to manage specialized collections, lead community outreach initiatives, and support digital transformation efforts. Enjoy competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment dedicated to advancing literacy in Laredo.
Responsibilities
- Manage digital archives and specialized reference collections with precision
- Develop and implement community literacy programs serving diverse populations
- Supervise junior staff and coordinate volunteer operations
- Oversee interlibrary loan systems and resource acquisition
- Lead technology training sessions for patrons and staff
- Maintain accurate cataloging of rare manuscripts and local historical documents
- Analyze usage data to optimize collection development strategies
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field (Master's preferred)
- 3+ years of library experience with digital resource management
- Proficiency in ILS systems (e.g., Sierra, Evergreen) and metadata standards
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish required
- Experience developing educational programming for underserved communities
- Advanced knowledge of copyright laws and archival preservation techniques
- Strong analytical skills for collection assessment and reporting
- Valid Texas driver's license for outreach program coordination