Job Opportunity At Lee County Government
This position is based at the South County Regional Library - The South County Regional Library is currently undergoing a comprehensive renovation to update the building, expand public spaces, and install an automated materials handling system. The chosen applicant for this position will be assigned to another library location temporarily until project completion.
At the Lee County Library System, we do more than lend books we build community. With 13 active branches, innovative resources, and impactful programs, we empower people of all ages to explore, learn, and connect.
If you're passionate about public service, creativity, and helping others thrive, this is your opportunity to grow your career and make a real difference.
Why Join Lee County Library System?
- Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and community engagement
- Work in a 13-branch system serving a diverse and growing population
- Deliver programs, services, and resources that inspire learning and lifelong curiosity
- Support access to books, technology, and opportunityfor everyone in our community
About Lee County, Florida
Located in beautiful Southwest Florida, Lee County is a growing region known for its white-sand beaches, active lifestyle, and welcoming communities. Home to over 800,000 residents, it's a great place to live, work, and grow your career. With excellent schools, recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life, Lee County offers the perfect blend of work and play.
Duties And Responsibilities
As a Library Assistant, you'll play a vital front-line role in creating a positive library experience for our patrons. You'll support daily operations by assisting with circulation tasks, providing excellent customer service, and ensuring materials are accurately shelved and accessible.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Checking materials in and out and assisting with holds and returns
- Issuing and updating library cards and patron records
- Providing friendly and helpful customer service at the circulation desk
- Assisting patrons in locating materials and navigating basic library services
- Sorting, shelving, and shifting library materials to maintain organized collections
- Operating self-check machines, computers, copiers, and other library equipment
- Collecting fines and fees and preparing daily deposits
- Preparing reports, ordering supplies, and ensuring materials are in good condition
To succeed in this role, you'll need strong communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively with a team, and a commitment to providing inclusive service to a diverse community. You should be comfortable engaging with patrons of all ages, including children, teens, and those who speak languages other than English. Initiative, creativity, and flexibility are keyalong with a willingness to grow and learn. Spanish language skills are a plus.
Education, Experience, Licensing
You must have a mix of education and work experience. This means:
- A combination of education and experience equivalent to High School graduation or GED
- One year of fast-paced, professional customer service or related experience
Preferred:
- Two or more years of education beyond high school
- Three or more years of customer service experience
- Prior library experience
- A valid Florida Driver's License
Supplemental Information
Work Schedule
- Full-time, 80 hours bi-weekly
- Schedule includes variable hours with evenings, Saturdays, and some Sundays
- Employees may be temporarily or permanently reassigned to another library location based on system needs
Emergency Response/Recovery Activities:
All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.