Library Coordinator - Full-Time

Library Coordinator - Full-Time

Salary

$17.48 Hourly

Location

Main Library - 300 W. Grubb Drive, Mesquite, TX

Job Type

Full-time

Job Number

2600387

Department

Library

Division

Main Library

Opening Date

09/29/2026

Closing Date

10/29/2026 4:00 PM Central

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GENERAL SUMMARY

Salary: $17.48/hr.

To provide professional, effective, and efficient assistance to fellow co-workers and the general public; to provide a wide variety of highly responsible and complex duties for the Library Department. For full-time positions supervise, schedule and review the Library Technicians responsible for providing circulation services at the Mesquite Public Library

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SUPERVISION

General supervision and performance reviews are provided by the Manager of Public Services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• All behaviors comply with the Code of Conduct & Rules of Behavior outlined in Chapter 8 of the General Government Policies and Procedures Manual.
• Work as a cooperative and supportive member of the Library team.
• Provide the best possible customer service to the public by responding to, resolving, or directing to appropriate co-worker's library patron inquiries and complaints.
• Adheres to assigned work schedule as outlined in city and department attendance policies and procedures.

Full-time positions

Responsible for circulation staff supervision and performance, including planning work duties, arranging schedules and managing staff performance ranging from hiring to regular reviews and disciple procedures when necessary.

• Coordinate all circulation desk services including checking in and out library materials, , managing library cards and patron accounts, and performing proper cash handling procedures.
• Recommend and assist in the implementation of goals and objectives; establish circulation desk services; implement policies and procedures.
• Use the Integrated Library System to manage circulation tasks.

Part-time positions

• Assist library patrons in using the library including responding to reference questions, advising patrons on reading material and reviewing the proper usage of library material and equipment.
• Assist in organizing and implementing library programs in the library space and throughout the community.
• Manage materials ordering and processing as assigned by supervisor.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Clearly communicate with co-workers and library patrons in writing and orally to share information and respond to inquiries.
• Assist in opening and closing procedures of the library.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma or GED.

Two years of formal or informal education, training, or work experience which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

Full-time Positions

Cash handling experience required.

Supervisory experience preferred.

Full-time and part-time Positions

Library experience preferred.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES

Possession of a valid drivers license.

WORK SCHEDULE

Tuesday - Saturday:

Tuesday - 11:00AM - 8:00PM

Wednesday - Saturday - 9:00AM - 6:00PM

Employees must work a minimum of 40 hours per week as this is a Full-Time position.

• This position follows a consistent schedule but requires flexibility to adjust to changing operational needs, including occasional changes in hours or schedule.

REQUIRED TESTING (only if interviewed)

• Library Department will conduct a math/cash handling test.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Full Time Employees:

The City of Mesquite offers the Zero Premium, Employee Only Benefits under the following plans: High Deductible Medical Plan, Dental HMO Plan, Vision Plan, and Life Insurance.

The City is self-insured and offers a choice of two medical plans: HSA, and High Deductible Medical Plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. Employee medical coverage goes into effect the first day of the month following 30 days of employment. Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates. Employees enrolled in the Citys self-insured medical plan also have access to the Mesquite Employee Health Center (MEHC) clinic and pharmacy.

The City offers three dental plan options: a managed plan (DHMO), an indemnity plan (DPPO), an enhanced indemnity plan (DPPO Enhanced). Coverage is available to all full-time employees at group rates.

The City offers free Vision Insurance to all employees. Dependents can be added for an additional fee.

Basic Group Life Insurance protection is provided to eligible full-time employees in the amount of two times the annual salary as recorded at the beginning of each year. The following voluntary benefits are available to full-time employees: Supplemental Life, AD&D Insurance, Cancer Insurance and Long-Term Disability

Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS): All employees appointed to positions designated to work 1,000 hours or more per year must participate in the TMRS. TMRS is a qualified tax-deferred retirement plan under Section 401 of the IRS. Seven (7) percent of gross earnings are deducted each payroll as a pre-tax deduction and deposited into the member account. When an employee becomes vested and retires, the City provides 2-to-1 matching contributions.

Other benefits include Social Security, Tax Saver Program (Section 125 Flexible Spending Account), Deferred Compensation Plans, Direct Deposit, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Sick Leave and Personal Leave.

For more information about the City of Mesquites employee benefits, please visit: http://www.cityofmesquite.com/hrbenefits

01

Select the option that best represents the highest level of education you have achieved.

• Less than High School completion
• High School or GED equivalency
• Technical or Community College attendance
• Technical School completion
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Ph.D.
• Juris Doctorate

02

Indicate your level of library experience.

• No Experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• More than 3 years experience

03

Indicate the number of years of experience in cash management, operating a cash register or similar work.

• No experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• More than 3 years experience

04

Indicate the number of years supervisory experience you have.

• No experience
• Less than 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 2 years to less than 3 years
• More than 3 years experience

05

Do you have a valid drivers license?

• Yes
• No

06

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY: If you are a current City of Mesquite employee, have you been employed in your current position with the City of Mesquite for at least 3 months? Please indicate the option that best represents your current status.

• No, I do NOT work for the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I am a current seasonal employee with the City of Mesquite
• Yes, I have been in my current City position as a fulltime/parttime employee for at least 3 months
• No, I have NOT been in my current City of Mesquite position as a fulltime/parttime employee for 3 months

Required Question

Employer City of Mesquite

Address 1515 N Galloway Ave

Mesquite, Texas, 75149

Phone 9722166218

Website http://www.cityofmesquite.com