Library Assistant

Fort Worth, TX, United States

Job Details

Job Location

Fort Worth, TX - Fort Worth, TX

Description

Library Assistant

Fort Worth Country Day seeks an enthusiastic professional for the role of Library Assistant to begin August of 2024. The Library Assistant works closely with the librarians to support the JK-12 library program. The Fort Worth Country Day library program serves all students from Junior Kindergarten - Grade 12. The library is open 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday through Thursday and 7:30 AM - 4 PM on Friday, and is staffed by three professional librarians and the library assistant. A robust parent volunteer program helps with shelving, processing books and periodicals, displays, etc.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will have a bachelor's degree and some experience working in a public or school library.

The Library Assistant will demonstrate solid competencies, such as:

Good organizational skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills including facility with Google and Microsoft products

Familiarity with the Dewey Decimal System

Good planning and organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Flexible, cooperative and positive attitude

Ability to professionally and compassionately relate to children of different learning styles and backgrounds

Ability to model the School's core values with all in the community

DUTIES

Collection maintenance Assists with setup and maintenance of automated catalog and circulation systems

Assists in the selection and processing of new materials to maintain a balanced, current collection of print and digital materials

Downloads and imports new catalog data

Oversees the processing of all library materials (covers, laminate, spine reinforcements, property/date stamps, barcodes, and spine and genre labels)

Oversees the processing of new periodicals (check in, stamp, labels, and displays)

Helps conduct library inventory and weeding of obsolete and worn materials

Assists with Circulation, Reserve and Overdue Services, including: Implements all aspects of library circulation and reserve services for students, faculty and staff

Oversees all overdue notices, lost book notices and all necessary billing

Instructs library users in use of library system, aids in finding information and materials

Assists in preparing reserve collections for curriculum projects

Maintains the library open hours as assigned

Book Displays, Decorations, Library Programs Assists with developing and implementing displays and decorations in the Lower School and Moncrief Libraries

Manages all aspects of the Lower School Birthday Book Club program as well as memorial and honor donations

Assists with the visiting author program and annual book fair

Library Classes and Student Assistance Assists with library classes and class setups as needed

Provides directional and reference assistance for students

Volunteers

Helps train and supervise volunteers to satisfactorily perform library tasks: circulation procedures, periodicals processing, book processing, shelving, shelf reading and other tasks

Clerical Support Assists with purchasing of library materials and supplies as directed/approved by the librarians

Oversees the checking in of materials (books, supplies, etc.) shipments

Reconciles the library credit card statement on a monthly basis

Other May attend divisional faculty meetings as a representative of the library

Performs other duties as assigned by head librarian and/or division director

Physical Demands Sitting, standing, walking, climbing and stooping

Bending, twisting and reaching

Talking and hearing; use of the telephone

Lifting and carrying, typically 20 pounds or less

Word processing, writing, filing, sorting, shelving and book processing

Pushing and pulling objects weighing up to 50 pounds on wheels

Able to walk between the Lower School library and the Moncrief library multiple times each day

Expected Work Hours

The Library Assistant is a non-exempt position and is scheduled to work 40 hours per week during school weeks. This position typically follows the school calendar for faculty. In addition, the library staff also works on a rotating basis every Wednesday during the summer months. The Library Assistant enjoys all faculty holidays off during the school year.

All employees of FWCD must: Embody, model and communicate the School's mission and core values (respect, responsibility, kindness, courage, integrity and scholarship)

Exhibit generous community spirit, professional flexibility, a sense of humor and a positive attitude

Collaborate and work well with colleagues, parents and students

Execute duties in a positive and punctual manner

Be an enthusiastic lifelong learner driven toward professional self-improvement and personal growth

Equal Opportunity Employer / Statement of Inclusivity:

Fort Worth Country Day is an Equal Opportunity Employer that maintains a policy of nondiscrimination with respect to all employees and applicants for employment. The ideal candidate should possess a thoughtful approach and knowledge of intercultural communication and inclusion of underrepresented groups. Employment decisions at FWCD are based on merit, qualifications, abilities and performance, and are subject to the academic and business requirements of the School.

The FWCD Inclusivity Statement confirms: We believe that understanding and respecting differences not only inspires compassion and empathy, but also fosters intellectual curiosity and creativity. We embrace the diverse cultures, experiences and perspectives that comprise and enhance our learning environment. We commit to sustaining and growing an intentionally inclusive community.

About Fort Worth Country Day and the City of Fort Worth:

Fort Worth Country Day earned the distinction of being ranked one of the Best Companies to Work for in Fort Worth in 2018.

Fort Worth Country Day is a co-ed, junior kindergarten through grade 12 college-preparatory day school with approximately 1,100 students and 250 faculty and staff. The School seeks to promote inclusivity and retain a diverse faculty. The 104-acre campus offers excellent facilities for academics, arts and athletics. Faculty and administration nurture a collegial professional environment in which innovation is encouraged. Opportunities for ongoing professional development are exceptional. Fort Worth Country Day is proud of its school community where students, parents, faculty, staff and administration join together to develop an effective and enjoyable place to teach and learn.

Fort Worth ranks as one of the top 12 largest cities in the United States and is known for its vibrant arts, music and cultural life. The Dallas/Fort Worth metropolitan region is home to over 6.5 million people. More information about the School is available at www.fwcd.org.