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Part Time Specialist IV, Reference Assistant

Job in Cypress, Harris County, Texas, 77410, USA
Listing for: Lone Star College
Part Time position
Listed on 2026-01-01
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Library
  • Administrative/Clerical
    Library
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Purpose and Scope

The part-time Specialist IV, Reference Assistant is responsible for assisting in reference or the children's library with programming and daily operations. Provides reference service at the Reference Desks under the supervision of reference librarians.

Essential Job Functions
  • Provides reference assistance to library users using print and non-print materials
  • Assists library users with the online catalog, electronic databases, and other online systems
  • Provides library users with directional information in locating materials
  • Answers telephone, chat and text reference questions and refers users to appropriate resources
  • Assists users with equipment usage and computer software such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher
  • Assists users in locating digital media in the digital media catalog and helps users to download eBooks and audio books to mobile devices
  • Participates in library programming such as computer workshops, story times, crafts, book clubs and seminars
  • Maintains photocopier and printers in reference area, ensuring paper and toner is full, machines are clean, and contacting the Office of Technology Services as needed for any technical issues
  • Assists users in checking out materials from the library
  • Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned
  • Knowledge,

    Skills and Abilities
    • Knowledge of Microsoft products
    • Knowledge of basic/common technology
    • Excellent communication and customer service skills
    • Good problem solver
    • Ability to multitask
    • Ability to work without daily supervision
    Physical Abilities

    The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

    Work Schedule and Conditions
    • Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment
    • Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
    • Work is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards
    Required Qualifications
    • High school diploma or GED and at least 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
    Preferred Qualifications
    • Associate's degree
    • Bilingual (English/Spanish)
    • Library experience
    Salary

    Hourly Pay Rate is $16.33

    Benefits

    By joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax deferred retirement plan and more.

    Special Instructions

    Go to the Job Search page, click on 'My Activities' at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on 'Add Attachment.' Please be sure to put the Job # in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume.

    If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the following to be considered:
    Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts.

    You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.

    How to Apply

    ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY

    We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.

    Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).

    If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.

    Lone Star College participates in the E-Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.

    More information on the E-Verify program is available .gov/E-Verify.

    Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.

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