Library Paraprofessional - Youth Services - Cinco Ranch Branch Library - Fort Bend County

Fort Bend County is ranked one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. Located in the Southwestern part of the 13 county Houston-Galveston Metropolitan area, Fort Bend County has seen significant growth over the past fifty years. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation.

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the professional staff, provides assistance to patrons in locating library materials and information.  May provide a specialized function in a branch or central library unit.  Participates in planning of programs, policies or objectives for own work group and department. 

• Interacts with library patrons to assist them in selecting materials or meeting informational needs. 
• Explains the use of reference sources such as bibliographic indexes or computer assisted reference tools. 
• Searches catalog, databases and print sources to answer patron inquiries. 
• Assists with collection development and maintenance. 
• Plans and conducts tours and programs. 
• Assembles and arranges displays and bibliographies of books and other library materials. 
• Assists and/or instructs other employees with their duties. 
• Performs database maintenance. 
• Develops, performs and/or manages youth services programming. 
• Plans and performs school visits and other outreach activities. 
• Catalogs and classifies library materials such as books, audiovisual materials, etc. 
• Provides bibliographic control using MARC Records.  
• Creates records, changes holding, using an automated system. 
• Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

• Bachelor’s degree in related field. Transcripts are required at the time of application.
  
• One year job related experience.  Relevant experience working with children in groups is preferred.
• Computer skills.
• Good verbal and written communication including interpersonal skills and ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees and elected officials. 
• Organizational skills and the ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner. 
• Requires evening and weekend work.
  

SALARY RANGE: $17.60 - $22.00 per hour based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE: Upon filling position

To be considered for employment, all interested candidates must complete the required Fort Bend County online employment application located at www.fortbendcounty.jobs

All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal  and local  laws, unless  such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.

For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply

Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.