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What is a library helper?

A library helper is a person who assists library staff with tasks such as shelving books, organizing materials, helping visitors locate resources, and maintaining the library environment. The role often requires good organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team, sometimes involving basic computer or cataloging system use.

What qualifications do you need for a library helper?

Library helpers typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and good organizational and communication skills. Some positions may require basic computer skills and the ability to handle physical tasks like shelving books. Certification is not usually required but can be beneficial for certain roles.

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Infographic showing various Library Helper job openings in Houston, TX as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 83% Full Time, 13% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution.

Library Assistant - Part-Time -Adult- University Branch Library

Sugar Land, TX • On-site

Fort Bend County
Public Administration • 1 - 5K employees

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

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415th of 851 rated public administrative organizations

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$15.30/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Current Fort Bend County Employees (excluding election workers): Please click here to apply through the internal Workday Jobs Hub. If you cannot access the Jobs Hub, please contact Human Resources.
Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!
Part-time
  • Assist the full-time staff at one of the library's reference desks.
  • Provide answers to reference questions, referring complicated or difficult questions to the full-time staff.
  • Assist patrons in using the public computers to access the public catalog, locate circulation accounts, and access the Internet and databases.
  • Help in other areas of the library as required, assisting at the circulation desk, or helping out at other reference desks.
  • Complete assigned shelf-reading duties (keeping the shelves in order).
  • Complete book and AV processing or other duties as assigned.
  • Attend reference training and other educational programs on a continuing basis, as they are available.
  • Study the databases, Online Resources, and reference-book collection on a regular basis in order to ensure familiarity with all of the library's information resources.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Requires High School Diploma or equivalent and 48 credit hours of college; Transcripts are required.
  • Relevant experience working with adults in groups preferred.
  • Typing and keyboarding skills.
  • Computer skills involving use of the Internet and database searching.
  • Good communication skills and ability to interact easily with staff and the public.
  • Ability to bend, stoop, reach, lift library materials up to 25 lbs.
  • Position requires evening and weekend hours.

***The selection process for this position is managed at the library branch level. Applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted and offered an appointment. Unfortunately, our system does not provide a status update by phone or email during the selection process.
SALARY: Part-Time $15.30 per hour, 24 hours per week
CLOSING: Upon filling position
All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal and local laws, unless such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit www.fbctx.gov/comply
Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.

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