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Dongvile Public Library

Library Assistant

Check out materials, shelve books, help patrons at the public computers and assist with story time, about 20 hours per week.

Posting
JOB-2026-12
Type
Part-time
Pay
$13.25 – $15.10 per hour, DOQ
Posted
September 14, 2026
Closes
October 16, 2026, 5:00 p.m.

About the position

The Dongvile Public Library at 140 W Queso St is open Tuesday – Saturday, 10:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. The Library Assistant works about 20 hours per week on a set schedule that includes at least two Saturdays a month. This position reports to Library Director Dolores Pawelek and is not eligible for full-time benefits.

Duties

  • Check materials in and out, issue library cards and collect fees for printing and lost items
  • Shelve materials accurately using the Dewey Decimal Classification system and keep the shelves in order
  • Help patrons use the public computers, printer and copier
  • Help prepare and lead parts of weekly story time
  • Process holds and interlibrary loan requests
  • Open and close the building following the posted checklist

Working with Dewey Decimal

The library is home to Dewey Decimal, Library Cat. You must be comfortable working alongside a cat for your entire shift. Dewey has seniority. The chair behind the circulation desk with the folded towel on it is his and is not available. Staff feed Dewey on the posted schedule and do not give him additional food, regardless of what he indicates.

If you have a cat allergy, please talk with Human Resources before you apply.

Minimum qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Six months of customer service experience
  • Basic computer skills and the ability to put letters and numbers in exact order
  • Available to work Saturdays

Preferred qualifications

  • Experience in a library, bookstore or school
  • Experience leading activities for young children
  • Ability to speak English and Spanish

Physical requirements

Stand and walk for long periods. Push loaded book carts. Bend, kneel and use a step stool to reach low and high shelves. Lift boxes of books up to 30 pounds.

How to apply

Pick up a City of Dongvile employment application from Human Resources at City Hall, 150 E Brisket St, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. You can also call (936) 555-0114 to have one mailed to you. Return your completed application by 5:00 p.m. on October 16, 2026:

  • In person: Human Resources, City Hall, 150 E Brisket St
  • By mail: City of Dongvile, Human Resources, P.O. Box 1887, Dongvile, TX 76969 (must be received by the closing date)

The City does not accept applications online or by email, and the library cannot accept applications at the circulation desk. You may attach a résumé, but it does not replace the City application.

Equal opportunity

The City of Dongvile is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The City does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. If you need an accommodation to complete the application process, call Human Resources at (936) 555-0114.

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