Library Assistant

About This Role

Working as a Library Assistant involves organizing and maintaining library materials, assisting patrons, and managing inventory. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys a library setting and can support both staff and patrons with library operations.

Responsibilities

• Organize and maintain the circulation of library materials
• Assist in training and directing detainee library aides
• Help patrons select library books, periodicals, and materials
• Conduct library inventories
• Keep accurate records on circulation, inventory, newspapers, and magazines
• Help instructors with library orientation

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent certification required
• Must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age or older
• Ability to lift/carry up to 20 lbs. and push/pull up to 60 lbs. (occasionally heavier)
• Ability to work with machinery and climb (occasionally)

Nice to have:

• Bachelor's degree in library sciences or related field or provisional/professional Librarian Certification
• Experience and/or training in assisting in the operation of a small institutional library

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Matching
• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discount
• Reduced Tuition Rates
• Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Training
• Flexible Spending Account

About the Company

GEO provides complementary, turnkey solutions for numerous government partners worldwide across a spectrum of diversified correctional and community reentry services. From the development of state-of-the-art facilities and the provision of management services and evidence-based rehabilitation to the post-release reintegration and supervision of individuals in the community, GEO offers fully diversified, cost-effective services that deliver enhanced quality and improved outcomes.