Library Assistant In Jobs in El Paso, TX (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $30,595.00 - $33,117.00 Annually
Location : District Wide, El Paso, TX
Job Type: Full time - Regular
Job Number: 2026114
Division: VP Instruction & Workforce Education
Department: Library RG
Opening Date: 08/21/2026
Closing Date: 9/4/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
Employee Classification: Classified Staff
Position Grade: E
Job Summary
Responsible for the full range of circulation functions using an automated library system, including the supervision of part-time library circulation staff and work-studies, performance of routine public services procedures, and handling of patron complaints. In-person work on campus is an essential function of this position.
Essential Functions
Assist Public Service Supervisor with the supervision of the part-time and student workers' staff. Responsible for lending, borrowing, or reserving and resource sharing functions. Provide general library information and assistance services. Handle library user concerns and issues, equipment maintenance and operation, shelving or shelf maintenance, and card issuance. Assist Public Service Supervisor with the coordination of security and maintenance of the library and other tasks as assigned.
Utilize automated library system to perform circulation functions. Examine and process reserves, holds, or transfers, and assist with shelving, retrieving, packaging, and mailing materials. Request materials from other locations, as needed.
Assist Public Service Supervisor with the training and coordination of the work schedules of student workers or part-time staff and work assignments. Provide feedback to supervisor on part-time and student workers job performance. Provide basic guidance or instructions to library users in accessing the internet, online catalog and databases, and other computer functions.
Assist with entering orders, receive, check, document, and distribute library materials. Follow up on subscriptions. Assist Head Librarian with purchase orders, invoices, and inventories.
Assist with library programming. Compile and maintain statistics and prepare and submit reports as requested. Update various library material lists and record data. Prepare correspondence or memos as needed and maintain files.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
1. Associate's Degree and three (3) years of related experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience which demonstrates possession of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
NOTE: A copy of the transcript reflecting this required education MUST be submitted for consideration and reflect completed coursework and degrees conferred. The candidate must be fully qualified for the position at the time of application.
2. Effective organizational, interpersonal, communication, and multi-tasking skills.
3. Effective customer service and public relations skills.
4. Effective analytical, statistical, and report-building skills.
5. Experience working with automated library systems.
6. Must be detail-oriented.
7. Proficient computer skills and ability to operate audio-visual equipment, computers, and various office machines.
8. Ability to work cooperatively and collegially in a team environment.
Special Conditions:
1. This is a security-sensitive position as defined under the Texas Education Code, Section 51.215; the successful applicant will be required to undergo a criminal background check, as permitted and/or required by applicable law, and in accordance with the College's policies and procedures.
2. Must be able to work evenings and weekends.
Other Requirements
Individuals desiring consideration MUST complete and submit an EPCC Application for Employment on-line by the announced deadline.
COPIES OF ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS MUST BE uploaded with the application. CURRENT EMPLOYEES ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO UPLOAD THEIR TRANSCRIPTS WITH EACH SUBMITTED APPLICATION; TRANSCRIPTS IN PERSONNEL FILES CANNOT BE ACCESSED BY EVALUATORS FOR THIS PURPOSE. APPLICATIONS SUBMITTED WITHOUT TRANSCRIPTS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. Only documents stating 'Transcript' or 'Unofficial Transcript' will be accepted. Other documents (Degree Audit, Degree Summary, Program Summary, etc.), uploaded in lieu of transcripts will not be accepted.
If you are unable to attach your transcripts to your application, please mail your transcripts to El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents MUST include the position title and posting number for this position vacancy.
A letter of application, resume, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents are optional but highly encouraged and may be submitted on-line with the application form or forwarded to the Human Resources Department at El Paso Community College, Employment Services, P.O. Box 20500, El Paso, TX 79998. Mailed documents must be received by the application deadline. Documents received after the application deadline will not be accepted.
Copies of transcripts must reflect completed coursework and conferred degrees. All academic coursework and degrees must be from an accredited college or university or be certified by an acceptable agency that the institution is recognized by the appropriate governmental agency in its home country (this is generally stated in the degree evaluation).
Transcripts issued in a language other than English must be accompanied by a full translation (word for word) by a current member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES). Additionally, each foreign transcript must be evaluated for equivalency to United States accredited coursework.
Applications containing foreign transcripts that are not accompanied with the above required documentation will not be considered.
In accordance with federal law and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate must furnish documentation verifying employment authorization eligibility and identity before being employed.
The El Paso Community College County District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, disability and veteran status.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, climb, or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Full-Time Staff Positions:
The College offers a highly competitive compensation program, a benefits package including retirement, health/life/dental insurance, staff scholarship, tuition reimbursement, vacation, and sick leave accrual plan.
Full-Time Faculty Positions:
The College offers a highly competitive compensation program, a benefits package including retirement, health/life/dental insurance, staff scholarship, tuition reimbursement, and sick leave accrual plan.