Library In Jobs in San Antonio, FL (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $17.00 - $23.80 Hourly
Location : Odessa & South Holiday & Wesley Chapel, FL
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 14233-0826
Department: Libraries Services
Division: Libraries Public Services
Opening Date: 08/28/2026
Closing Date: 9/1/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Salary Range: $17.00 - $23.80
Pay Grade: N30 (Non-exempt position)
Salary Disclosure: Pay rates are based on education, skill, experience level and internal equity.
General Description
JOIN OUR TEAM AS A LIBRARY ASSISTANT
Paraprofessional library work assisting in one or more of the service areas in the County library system. Employees assigned to a position in this classification may work in areas such as system-wide services, interlibrary loan, public services, youth/children's services, circulation, supplies and materials or other areas of the County library system.
Essential Job Functions
Answers telephone calls and directs them accordingly. Receives requests for information. Assists citizens with in-person inquiries. Resolves questions and problems. Maintains the operation of the branch automated circulation desk according to established procedures. Performs all circulation duties related to automated circulation desk operation. Provides reference, programming, outreach, and public services work under the direction of a professional librarian. Conducts bibliographic research and processes library material. Locates correct bibliographic records for items to be converted. Proofreads for accuracy and assigns identifying machine-readable label to item. Shelves books and reads shelves. Maintains records of fines and fees. Deposits money as required. Sorts, processes, and distributes incoming and outgoing mail. Maintains orderly flow of returned materials. Prepares and files circulation, financial, and other reports. Occasionally, requires lifting, moving, pushing, and pulling heavy objects weighing up to 35lbs. Performs related work as required.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of the services and operations of the library system.
• Knowledge of standard library clerical methods and practices.
• Some knowledge of library circulation policies and procedures.
• Ability to learn and apply complex automated procedures and to utilize computer equipment, software, and new technologies in performance of day-to-day work.
• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions and manuals, and to apply such instruction to work situations.
• Ability to learn and apply complex policies and procedures, and make decisions within the framework of the stated policies and procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, supervisors, vendors, and the public in both oral and written format.
• Ability to interpret circulation policies and procedures to the public.
• Ability to utilize business mathematics and business English.
• Ability to work without close supervision.
• Ability to use judgment in performing library duties.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and push or pull heavy objects.

Minimum Requirements
PHYSICAL SKILLS/WORKING CONDITIONS: Ability to lift and/or move up to 35 pounds and push or pull heavy objects. May use a handling device (dolly, cart, etc.) or work with another team member to life and/or move excessively heavy objects. Requires frequent standing, walking, reaching and stooping. Ability to communicate effectively using verbal, written and visual communication. Must be able to work evenings and weekends.
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma. One (1) year of experience in customer service duties involving frequent contact with the public or vendors as well as performing clerical duties. Experience in the operation of a personal computer and related software required. Experience in libraries preferred.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Florida driver's license.
ADA STATEMENT: A qualified employee or applicant with a disability may be afforded a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential job functions of a position in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act.
DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after and emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location or work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE: Under Section 295.07, F.S., Chapter SSA-7, Pasco County BOCC provides to Veterans that preference in appointment will be given to preference-eligible applicants.
PASCO COUNTY WAS VOTED ONE OF THE NATION'S TOP WORKPLACES FOR 2021
Benefits include:

• Florida Retirement System (FRS) retirement plan
• PTO (Paid Time Off)
• Paid holidays
• Group insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Deferred compensation
• Medical leave pool
• Annual medical leave buy-back
• Mid-management/Professional grade, and management personnel may receive 40 hours of admin leave per calendar year.

Effective July 1, 2011, FRS members must contribute 3% of their salary as retirement contributions, on a pre-tax basis (the salary is reduced by the amount of the employee contribution before determining the federal income tax deduction). The employer will automatically deduct the employee contributions.
01
I am aware that the following supplemental questions will determine my eligibility for this position.

• Acknowledge
• Decline

02
Are you a current Pasco County BOCC employee?

• Yes
• No

03
Which best describes your highest level of COMPLETED education?

• GED
• High School
• Associate degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Master's Degree
• Doctorate
• None of the above

04
Which best describes the years of experience you have in customer service duties involving frequent contact with the public or vendors as well as performing clerical duties?

• Ten or more years of experience
• Nine years but less than ten
• Eight years but less than nine
• Seven years but less than eight
• Six years but less than seven
• Five years but less than six
• Four years but less than five
• Three years but less than four
• Two years but less than three
• One year but less than two
• Less than one year of experience

05
Do you have experience in the operation of a personal computer and related software?

• Yes
• No

06
Do you have experience working in a library?

• Yes
• No

07
Do you possess a valid Florida driver's license or have the ability to obtain the license within 30 days from date of hire?

• Yes
• No

08
Are you a veteran who served as a member of the armed forces of the United States during a period of war, defined in Title 38, U.S.C., and who was separated from such service under honorable conditions, or the surviving spouse of any such veteran? (SUPPORTING DOCUMENTION IS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF SUBMISSION OF APPLICATION OR NEXT BUSINESS DAY).

• Yes
• No

09
I hereby acknowledge that Pasco County BOCC is a drug-free workplace in accordance with Federal and Florida law, and consent to pre-employment drug/alcohol testing, and agree to abide by the program and policy if employed by Pasco County BOCC.

• Acknowledged
• Declined

10
Are you legally authorized to work in the United States? Note: If hired, a Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, must be completed at the start of employment.

• Yes
• No

11
Have you recently retired from the Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or Investment Plan within the last 6 months?

• Yes
• No

12
Please specifically explain how your prior work experience and education match the qualifications for this position. (1000 characters or less)
13
How did you hear about this position?

• Billboard
• Facebook
• Friend/Family Referral
• Indeed
• Instagram
• Job Fair
• LinkedIn
• Magazine publication
• Nextdoor
• Pasco County employee
• Pasco County Facebook Page
• Pasco County website/Governmentjobs.com
• Pasco County Traffic Sign
• Utility bill insert
• X/Twitter
• YouTube
• Other

14
If a Pasco County employee referred you, please provide the name of the employee. If none, write N/A.
Required Question