Library Assistant – Part Time (Youth/Teen Services) Position Available In Pinellas, Florida

Please note that applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 pm ET on the day prior to the close date listed on the job posting.

Mission:

Provide Superior Services that

Inspire Community Pride Vision:

To be the Community of Choice in

Tampa Bay Values:

Integrity, Collaboration, Passion, Creativity Largo’s commitment to a High Performance Organization (HPO) model builds a flexible and resilient organization that intentionally builds leadership capacity at all levels of the organization.

CITY OF LARGO

… Naturally A Great Place to Work!

Closing:

05/24/2025

Salary:

$16.60 hourly rate

Job Summary:

📚 Library Support Specialist

• Part Time (Youth/Teen Services) Are you passionate about community, learning, and helping others?

We’re looking for a customer-focused, detail-oriented team member to join our library team! This role provides support to our Youth and Teen Services, helping us deliver exceptional experiences to patrons every day. As a Library Support Specialist, you’ll: ✔️ Assist with daily operations and library programs in our Youth and Teen Services ✔️ Provide excellent customer service ✔️ Use your creativity and initiative to improve processes ✔️ Work independently within established library policies Reporting to a coordinator or manager, you’ll play a key part in making our library a vibrant, welcoming place to learn, explore, and connect. 📌 Ready to start your career in a community-focused, collaborative environment? Apply today and grow with us!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

All employees share components of leadership, management, technical, and team skills to assist in making the City of Largo the community of choice in Tampa Bay. Leadership Demonstrates an understanding and reflection of the City’s mission, vision, and values and a commitment to achieve organizational goals aligned with the City’s strategic plan Champions a high performance work culture that encourages and embraces new ideas, develops individuals and welcomes and encourages diverse perspectives Articulates strategic and innovative thinking and provides clarity to deliver superior services Approaches the job with enthusiasm and curiosity to promote a solutions-oriented work culture Management Effectively manages assignments and priorities to ensure the fulfillment of projects, tasks, and responsibilities Follows suggested procedures to assure the highest standards of risk management, employee safety and risk avoidance Technical (Borrower Services and other divisions) Assists patrons in: routine selection and location of library materials basic library services, including responding to inquiries regarding computers, copiers, and related equipment Facilitates patron computer literacy with catalog, database and e-resource instruction that includes: computer assistance and troubleshooting internet usage and other online services email accounts downloading documents saving and printing documents and files using office productivity software helping with wireless access Monitors computer use policy for compliance Answers the telephone and provides general information in response to inquiries Checks library materials in and out of the library Provides assistance at self check out counter Registers patrons for borrower’s cards and card renewal; enters patron information Handles cash, credit cards and records payment of patron fees and fines Directs patrons to specific facilities, subject areas, and titles Plans and presents programs and special events both in the library and through outreach efforts Enters, updates, accesses, and retrieves data with computer applications Uses audio-visual and multimedia equipment and assists patrons with questions about the equipment or use Creates promotional materials Retrieves items from the book drop and the collection as needed Shelves books and other library materials; reads and straightens shelves to maintain alpha and numeric order and appearance Prepares carts for shelving Attends meetings as required Performs basic computer work Technical (Youth/Teen Services) Provides customer service at children’s and teen service desks Monitors the children’s and teen areas to correct behavioral issues Creates and maintains engaging and appropriate displays Creates fliers or brochures for youth services initiatives Assists youth services staff with craft preparation Assists with collection maintenance, such as shelving, straightening, and weeding the collection Knowledge of, and interest in, youth reading materials and other trends Team Skills Supports honest and transparent decision-making Collaborates with all team members in a way that builds upon ideas and takes personal accountability and ownership of projects, roles, and assignments Openly exhibits a positive attitude, in words and action, and encourages others to do the same Performs related work as required.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE STATUS

As a condition of employment, City of Largo employees will be required to work as directed during an undeclared and/or a declared emergency. All employees are subject to recall around the clock for emergency response operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the normal work location, and may include duties other than those specified in the official job description.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or general education diploma (GED) At least one (1) year of high volume, face-to-face customer service or instructional experience preferred Library Science degree or student majoring in Library Science preferred Possession of a valid

Florida Driver’s License Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Reading enthusiast who can recommend appropriate authors and titles to patrons Working knowledge of: best practice library procedures and methods use and troubleshooting computers and printers Ability to: communicate and interact positively with public and team members using tact and discretion maintain a high level of energy be creative and artistic handle cash, check, and credit credit card transactions understand and carry out difficult written and oral instructions make decisions within areas of responsibility be flexible in assigned duties

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment:

95% inside a climate controlled building; 5% outside which may include driving. Those assigned to the Bookmobile will be outside on a more frequent basis.

Physical Requirements:

The essential functions of the job require: standing and walking up to approximately eight (8) hours per day.

The work requires frequent:

bending/stooping, climbing, crawling, fine manipulations, grasping, kneeling, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, lifting/carrying objects weighing up to 50 pounds.

Sensory Requirements:

Hearing:

Enough to listen to patron questions and answer telephones; enough to listen to the directions of supervisors.

Speaking:

Enough to talk to patrons on the phone and in person.

Seeing:

Enough to see and read computer monitor screens, identify titles, and read fine print.

Driving Requirements:

The work requires occasional driving and possession of a valid Florida Driver’s License. Any Library Assistant assignment may change based on operational need and those assigned to the Bookmobile will drive more frequently.

Technology:

The work requires ability to operate telephones, smart phones, tablets, photocopiers, printers, desktop and/or laptop computers, calculators, self-checkout terminals, audio-visual equipment, cash registers, scanners and all associated software.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Yes

• DRUG TESTING

  (Safety Sensitive) No

• CHILDCARE FINGERPRINTING

  No

• CREDIT CHECK

  No

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FDLE AND CJSTC SECURITY CLEARANCE

As mandated by the FDLE, CJSTC and the Largo Police Department, this position may be subject to additional security clearances due to access to the police department facility or police department’s electronic data. The City of Largo a great place to work, naturally! Largo is the third-largest city in Pinellas County and the fourth largest in the Tampa Bay area. Conveniently located near world-class beaches and attractions in a picturesque natural setting, Largo offers a great quality of life for residents with affordable housing and entertainment, an engaged and active community along with safe and attractive streets. The City Parks system is made up of nearly 500 acres of green space including 20 parks, 11 miles of walking trails and many opportunities to canoe, kayak, and paddleboard. About the Organization The organization serves over 80 thousand residents and four thousand businesses by providing superior services that inspire community pride. The organization is made up of 12 departments with a shared strategic focus on sustainability, public health & safety, and community pride. Largo is committed to building a High-Performance Organization (HPO) model to intentionally support flexibility, resiliency, and leadership capacity at all levels of the organization. HPO empowers individuals to participate in meaningful projects and initiatives to promote employee and community engagement. As a national Top Workplace winner three years in a row, the City of Largo is proud of our innovative, collaborative, and passionate workforce. Team members enjoy competitive compensation, professional and personal development, generous benefits and leave packages, and work-life balance. A family-friendly atmosphere, tree-lined streets, and award-winning parks just begin to define the community we serve. The City of Largo prides itself on living up to its vision of being the Community of Choice in Tampa Bay, Naturally! To learn more about the organization, please watch the City of Largo Values video. About our Benefits Team members enjoy competitive compensation, professional and personal development, generous benefits, leave packages, and a flexible work life balance. Largo provides medical, dental, and vision coverage as well as wellness benefits. Additional benefits include flexible spending account (FSA) or health savings account (HSA) along with paid life insurance and AD&D coverage. Supplemental life is offered at additional cost. Full-time team members are enrolled in a Defined Contribution Plan 401(a) with a generous 6% City match. Public Safety team members covered by IAFF (Fire) and PBA (Police) have plan provisions outlined in each union agreement. All team members are eligible to open an optional Deferred Compensation 457(b) and/or Roth 457(b). Benefits also include 11 paid leave days and 24 hour full access to fitness centers. Continuous learning is supported through tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities. For more information on the City of Largo Employee Benefits offerings, please review our Largo Lifeline.