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Library Aide - Part Time
City of San Antonio
Library
Location
San Antonio, Texas, 78205
Salary
From $37,440
per year
Type
Part-Time
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March 31, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This part-time library aide job involves helping keep library materials organized by sorting, shelving, and checking books, along with basic office tasks like preparing new items for use.
It requires working flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, at one of the city's branch libraries.
A good fit would be someone detail-oriented who enjoys routine work, can lift light loads, and gets along well with others in a public setting.
Key Requirements
- Completion of tenth grade education or equivalent
- Ability to sort and file materials alphabetically and numerically
- Capability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds occasionally
- Flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
- Strong communication skills and ability to follow directions
- Ability to establish effective working relationships with coworkers and the public
- Passing pre-employment drug testing and background checks
Full Job Description
Under immediate supervision, is responsible for performing routine clerical work at the library, to include the proper shelving and sorting of library materials. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment with occasional exposure to outside working conditions. Exercises no supervision.
This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.
Work Location
One of 28 branch library locations.
Work Location
One of 28 branch library locations.
Work Hours
This position requires a flexible schedule, to include evenings and weekends.
Requirements
Sorts and shelves library resources in either alphabetical or numerical order, occasionally lifting and carrying books or materials weighing up to 25 pounds.
Conducts periodic checks on all shelved materials, making sure items are in proper order. Maintains shelved books to ensure accuracy and proper placement.
Searches for library materials which have been reserved or claimed to be returned by library users. Arranges and straightens library furniture. Packs, unpacks, sorts, and transports library materials.
Performs general clerical duties. Prepares new books and materials for public use. Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
Qualifications Completion of tenth grade education as recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency.
Preferred Qualifications- Ability to sort numerically and alphabetically.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Applicant Information
Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job.
One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months.
One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification.
Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
Additional Information
Knowledge of basic arithmetic and alphabet. Ability to understand and follow directions. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
Ability to accurately sort and file alphabetically and numerically. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and the general public.
Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with or without accommodations.
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