Library Assistant

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Library Ponte Vedratime type:
Full time posted on:
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End Date:
February 27, 2026 (13 days left to apply) job requisition :
JR100333

St. Johns County residents enjoy a healthy quality of life with many perks including one of the top rated public school systems in the State of Florida, miles of beach shoreline, peaceful estuary scenery of the St. Johns River, long established agriculture and equestrian scene, and the nation’s oldest city, historic St. Augustine. In 2019 St. Johns County was ranked the 10th fastest growing county in the United States showcasing that there is truly something for everyone in St.

Johns County! St. Johns County Public Library System (SJCPLS) encourages a love of literature, the arts, and lifelong learning by providing a variety of information, resources, and entertainment to the community. SJCPLS serves all areas of St. Johns County, including St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra Beach, Fruit Cove, and Hastings. The Library System has six branches, two bookmobiles, and offers books-by-mail service.

In addition to books, periodicals, and online databases, SJCPLS offers computer access, notary services, Inter-Library Loan, access to a Seed Library, test proctoring, and many volunteer opportunities. The Library System also offers a dynamic range of programming for adults, teens, and children.

Employees work in a team-oriented environment and are responsible for assisting with library circulation, reference, youth and adult service areas. St. Johns County Public Library System staff work cooperatively between all branches and bookmobiles to provide needed public services throughout St. Johns County. Staff are subject to work assignments at other library branches, county locations, and outreach events on occasional, semi-permanent, or permanent bases depending on staffing and public need.

The ideal Library Assistant candidate must possess St. Johns County’s core values of compassion, innovation, and trustworthiness and must work well in a collaborative team environment.

This position is at the Ponte Vedra location.
** ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
*** Assists with providing reader’s advisory, reference and general information to patrons; assists in providing assistance and instruction regarding the use of databases, catalogs, and computer applications.
* Assists patrons at circulation desk; checks materials in and out; registers patrons; processes hold requests; collects fines and fees.
* Empties book drop.
* Collects and compiles statistics, as assigned.
* Follows cash management procedures.
* Assists in sorting donated materials.
* Assists in cataloging new acquisitions.
* Assists in the assessment and repair of damaged items.
* Shelves circulated and in-house materials; reads shelves to ensure accuracy of material placement.
* Assists patrons with computer reservations and computer operation.
* Assists in the development of children or adult programming.
* Assists in developing publicity materials, including handouts and bulletin board displays.
* Works a flexible/rotating schedule to include weekends, evenings and holidays or also at other branches as assigned.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
** ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS
*** High school diploma or equivalent recognized certification.
* Minimum one (1) year of customer service or library experience. College education may be substituted for experience.
* Must possess and maintain a valid Florida driver’s license and any other endorsements necessary to legally operate vehicles used while assigned to this position.
* Must possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills to serve others.
* Must be able to comprehend, speak and write the English language.
* Must be able to operate a computer.
** ESSENTIAL SKILLS
*** Knowledge of library operations, activities, services, and principles.
* Knowledge of county and department policies and procedures.
* Knowledge of customer service principles and practices.
* Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions.
* Skill in the provision of customer service and projection a positive public…