City of Dickinson, TX
Library Assistant Job at City of Dickinson, TX in Dickinson
City of Dickinson, TX, Dickinson, TX, US, 77539
Salary: $34,725.60 Annually
Location : Dickinson Public Library
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202500041
Department: Library
Opening Date: 10/21/2025
Closing Date: 11/7/2025 11:59 PM Central America
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We believe it is everyone's duty to assist the City in creating a positive and harmonious work environment. We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business in a city. At the City of Dickinson, our employees are committed to serving our citizens.
Job Summary
The Library Assistant provides excellent customer service to library patrons and supports daily library operations. This position performs a variety of tasks, including shelving books, maintaining tidy and organized areas, assisting with library programs, supporting the computer lab, and handling front desk duties. The ideal candidate is friendly, dependable, and enjoys working with the public in a team-oriented environment.
Essential Duties
The City of Dickinson offers an excellent array of benefits and is a member of the
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), offering a 2:1 match on a 7%
employee contribution, 5 year vesting.
The City provides full-time employees 100% employer paid:
Other Benefits
Location : Dickinson Public Library
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 202500041
Department: Library
Opening Date: 10/21/2025
Closing Date: 11/7/2025 11:59 PM Central America
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We believe it is everyone's duty to assist the City in creating a positive and harmonious work environment. We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business in a city. At the City of Dickinson, our employees are committed to serving our citizens.
Job Summary
The Library Assistant provides excellent customer service to library patrons and supports daily library operations. This position performs a variety of tasks, including shelving books, maintaining tidy and organized areas, assisting with library programs, supporting the computer lab, and handling front desk duties. The ideal candidate is friendly, dependable, and enjoys working with the public in a team-oriented environment.
Essential Duties
- Provide courteous, professional, and helpful assistance to patrons of all ages.
- Check library materials in and out, issue new library cards, and manage patron accounts.
- Shelve and organize books, DVDs, and other materials accurately; ensure collections are in proper order.
- Maintain tidy, welcoming, and well-organized public spaces throughout the library.
- Assist with setup, facilitation, and cleanup for library programs, story times, and community events.
- Support patrons with computer use, printing, and basic troubleshooting of library technology.
- Answer telephones, direct inquiries, and provide general information about library services, hours, and policies.
- Assist with displays, bulletin boards, and promotions of library programs and resources.
- Help track inventory and prepare materials for processing or repair.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous customer service or library experience preferred.
- Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Microsoft Office and internet navigation.
- Ability to assist patrons with library software, e-resources, and public computers.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a friendly, professional demeanor.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
- Willingness to learn new skills and adapt to evolving technology and procedures.
- Must be dependable, punctual, and able to follow established policies and procedures.
- Availability to work evenings and weekends as scheduled.
The City of Dickinson offers an excellent array of benefits and is a member of the
Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS), offering a 2:1 match on a 7%
employee contribution, 5 year vesting.
The City provides full-time employees 100% employer paid:
- Health*
- Dental*
- Vision
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Basic Life
Other Benefits
- Voluntary Life
- Annual Longevity Payment
- 13 Holidays
- Sick Leave
- Vacation Leave
- Deferred Compensation
- Professional Development & Tuition Reimbursement
- American Fidelity Ancillary Benefits