Overview
Library Assistant Jobs in Houston, Texas, USA at Seaboard Solutions
University of Houston at Downtown | Houston, TX 77020
Department:
Library Salary: $15.80 – $17.16 hourly
Description
The W.I. Dykes Library seeks a temporary Library Assistant to support public services operations, primarily in circulation. This position plays a key role in ensuring library users have seamless access to resources and services while maintaining accurate records and providing excellent customer service.
Primary Responsibilities
Manage daily circulation operations, including checking materials in and out, processing holds, and maintaining patron accounts.
Handle inter-campus delivery requests, including shipping materials and processing holds.
Assist students and faculty in locating both physical and electronic library resources.
Track daily library usage through electronic gate count systems.
Supervise student workers and delegate tasks as needed.
Perform necessary data entry and account maintenance.
Support general customer service needs at public service points.
Required Qualifications
30 hours of college coursework.
Minimum of one (1) year of job-related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of Library of Congress and Dewey Decimal classification systems.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate records.
Experience providing customer service.
Experience working in a library or similar environment.
Additional Requirements
Must be able to work evening and weekend hours.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
Strong commitment to serving a diverse university community.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
This is a temporary position without benefits eligibility.
Schedule includes evening and weekend hours.
All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.
The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.
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Title: Library Assistant
Company: Seaboard Solutions
Location: Houston, Texas, USA
Category: Administrative/Clerical (Admin Assistant, Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Front Desk/Receptionist), Customer Service/HelpDesk (Admin Assistant, Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Front Desk/Receptionist, Bilingual)
