Muskingum County Library System Jobs in Florida (NOW HIRING)

Salary: $20.19 - $23.18 Hourly
Location : Various locations of the Lee County Library System, FL
Job Type: Part-Time FRS Only
Job Number: 08006KG
Department: Library System
Opening Date: 07/28/2026
Closing Date: 7/31/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Description
Locations Currently Hiring:

• Lakes Regional Library - Fort Myers, FL
  • Location: 15290 Bass Rd., Fort Myers, FL 33919
• Riverdale Public Library - Fort Myers, FL
  • Location: 2421 Buckingham Rd., Fort Myers, FL 33905
• Bonita Springs Public Library - Bonita Springs, FL
  • Location: 10560 Reynolds St., Bonita Springs, FL 34135
• Cape Coral Lee County Library - Cape Coral, FL
  • Location: 921 SW 39th Terrace, Cape Coral, FL 33914

Step into a fast-paced role as a Library Associate, where you'll keep library materials organized and moving, assist patrons in locating resources, and help ensure an efficient, customer-focused library experience. If you're dependable, adaptable, organized, and enjoy providing excellent service, you'll thrive in this role.
Duties and Responsibilities
What You'll Do

• Plan and deliver engaging programs for adults
• Help create eye-catching library displays
• Support the development and upkeep of the branch's collection
• Provide courteous, knowledgeable customer service to library patrons
• Assist with reference and readers' advisory using print and digital tools
• Promote library services through outreach to community organizations
• Help patrons navigate internet and electronic resources
• Operate library equipment, including computers, self-checks, copiers, and cash registers
• Address basic facility issues and collaborate with staff on solutions

To succeed in this role, you'll need strong communication and customer service skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. You should be comfortable assisting library patrons, handling multiple priorities, and adapting to changing daily needs. Initiative, reliability, flexibility, and a willingness to learn are essential.
Education, Experience, Licensing
Minimum Qualifications

• A combination of education and experience equivalent to an Associate's Degree or two years of college coursework
• Two (2) years of customer service or closely related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• One (1) year of experience in a library setting
• A valid Florida Driver's License

Supplemental Information
Work Schedule: Part-time, 40 hours biweekly. Schedule varies and includes evenings, Saturdays, and some Sundays.
Location Flexibility: Employees may be temporarily or permanently assigned to other library locations within the system based on operational needs.
Team Environment: You'll work with a professional team committed to collaboration, continuous improvement, and providing excellent service to library patrons and fellow employees.
At the Lee County Library System, we provide access to library collections, technology, educational resources, and programs that support the informational, educational, and recreational needs of our community through a network of 13 branches.
If you're committed to public service, enjoy working with people, and are looking for opportunities to develop your skills, we encourage you to apply.
Why Join Lee County Library System?

• Work in a 13-branch library system serving a growing community.
• Contribute to high-quality library services, programs, and resources.
• Support access to books, technology, and information for library patrons.
• Join a collaborative team dedicated to excellent public service.

About Lee County
Lee County is located in Southwest Florida and is home to more than 800,000 residents. Lee County Government is committed to providing high-quality public services while supporting efficient operations and responsible stewardship of public resources. Learn more at
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EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:
All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.
DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.
Lee County Board of County Commissioners offers a comprehensive, and affordable benefits package. Our Board works in the best interest of employees and strives to provide the most complete, high-quality benefits package available at the lowest possible cost to the employee. Our Board continues to remain steadfast in maintaining one of the lowest levels of employee costs in our area.
Lee County's benefits package is offered to both regular Full-time positions and Part-time positions that are regularly scheduled to work 60 hours or more bi-weekly. Medical benefits may be offered to On-Call, Temporary, Seasonal, and Intern employees who meet the Affordable Care Act eligibility criteria.
Lee County employees eligible to participate in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) are required to contribute 3% of each paycheck to FRS. If you have retired from the Florida Retirement Pension plan you will not be eligible for renewed membership in either of the FRS retirement plan options. Retirees of the Investment Plan are eligible for renewed membership in the Investment Plan only. FRS reemployment rules apply for both.
Below is a brief breakdown of what's included in the benefits package that is offered to our employees.
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Health Benefits:
• Medical Insurance
• Plans include, but are not limited to: routine, preventative, mental health, hospitalization, and prescription drug benefits.
• Vision, Fitness, Weight Management, Natural Products and Services, and Hearing discount programs available.
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Medical Reimbursement Account
• Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
• Pharmacy, including Mail-Order Pharmacy
• Informed Health Lines (Nurse Hotline)
• Basic Life Insurance (1x or 2x Annual Salary at no cost to employee)
• Optional Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (60% of pre-disability salary at no cost to employee)
• Short-Term Disability
• Sick Leave Pool
• Flu vaccinations
• Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits:
• Florida Retirement System (FRS)
• Two Retirement Plan Options:
1) FRS Pension Plan (Defined Benefit)
2) FRS Investment Plan (Defined Contribution)
• Deferred Compensation (457) Plans
• Financial Savings/Management Programs
• Eligible for membership with Suncoast Credit Union
• Employee Leave Benefits
• Holiday Pay - 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Vacation Leave
• Bereavement & Civic Duty Leave
• Family and Medical Leave
• Military Family & Medical Leave
• Educational Leave
Employee Assistance Program
Services available to employees that offers guidance, support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues. Confidential and provided at no charge to employees and their dependents.
United Way 2-1-1 (Lee County Employee Resource Program)
Lee County BOCC has partnered with United Way 211 to provide an Employee Resource Program which assists BoCC employees who may be experiencing distress due to economic hardship, health or other factors.
Educational Assistance
Reimbursement for coursework taken at an accredited college or university that is designed to enhance the knowledge, skills and abilities relating to the official duties that the employees perform.
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This is a part-time position, scheduled for 40 hours bi-weekly. Work days and hours will vary and may include evenings, Saturdays, and occasional Sundays. Are you available to work this schedule?

• Yes
• No

02
Do you possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record?

• Yes
• No

03
What is your highest level of education completed? (Be sure to include this experience in the Education section of your application.)

• High school diploma or GED
• Some college coursework
• Associate's Degree
• Bachelor's Degree
• Currently enrolled in a Master's degree program
• Currently enrolled in a Master's program in Library and Information Science.
• Master's Degree
• Master's Degree in Library/Information Science or related field
• PhD

04
Please select all Lee County Library branches where you would be interested in working:

• Bonita Springs Public Library - 10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs, FL 34135
• Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library - 921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral, FL 33914
• Captiva Memorial Library - 11560 Chapin Lane, Captiva, FL 33924
• Dunbar-Jupiter Hammon Public Library - 3095 Blount Street, Fort Myers, FL 33916
• East County Regional Library - 881 Gunnery Road N, Lehigh Acres, FL 33971
• Fort Myers Regional Library - 2450 First Street, Fort Myers, FL 33901
• Johann Fust Community Library - 1040 West 10th Street, Boca Grande, FL 33921
• Lakes Regional Library - 15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers, FL 33919
• North Fort Myers Public Library - 2001 N Tamiami Trail, North Fort Myers, FL 33903
• Northwest Regional Library - 519 Chiquita Blvd. N, Cape Coral, FL 33993
• Pine Island Public Library - 10701 Russell Road, Bokeelia, FL 33922
• Riverdale Public Library - 2421 Buckingham Road, Fort Myers, FL 33905
• South County Regional Library - 21100 Three Oaks Pkwy, Estero, FL 33928

05
How familiar are you with library services or operations? (Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

• Very familiar - I have worked in a library
• Somewhat familiar - I have volunteered or frequently used library services
• Not familiar - I have not worked or volunteered in a library setting

06
How many years of library or related experience do you have? (Be sure to include this experience in the Work History section of your application.)

• None
• Less than 1 year
• 1-2 years
• 3-4 years
• 5+ years

Required Question