FT Library Assistant - Springfield

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries
Job Opening

Position available: Library Assistant – Springfield Library
40 hours per week
Salary: $18.00/hr
Typical Work Schedule: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm - Monday – Friday
Saturdays as needed in rotation

This packet includes: Job Description
Employment Application
Employee Benefits

Library service hours:

Monday – Friday: 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Saturday: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Library Location: 810 GA-119, Springfield, GA 31329

Training may be started at Headquarters library at
124 S Main St., Statesboro, GA 30458

Applications must include: Cover Letter

Resume
Completed Application Form

Information about the Library System can be found at http://strl.info

Email or Mail application to:
SearchEffingham@strl.info

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries
Attn: Director
124 South Main Street

Statesboro, GA 30458

Start date will be finalized in offer letter.

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries requires a criminal background check whenever a job offer has been

made and accepted by an individual. This documentation must be on file prior to employment.

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries

Position Description

Position Title: Library Assistant
Classification: FLSA Non-exempt, 40 hrs/week
Reports to: Library Manager

Overall Responsibility

The Library Assistant supports the day-to-day operation of the Library. Library Assistants work at the service
desk, plan programming, shelve materials, provide computer assistance, and help users find library materials.
All staff members are guided by policies formulated by regional and local library boards and administered by
the Statesboro Regional Public Libraries.

Essential Position Functions

• Works at service desks to provide patron services and support
• Plans, develops, implements, and evaluates library programming with the guidance of management and

Required Qualifications

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to meet the work schedule of the job.
• Ability to motivate, establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, supervisors,

Preferred Qualifications

• Customer Service and/or Library experience
• Experience with PINES
• Experience with program or event planning

Physical Skills

• Ability to sit or stand and use computer for extended periods and operate standard office equipment,

• Ability to lift and move up to forty (40) pounds and push one hundred (100) pounds, occasionally.
• Ability to travel.
  

Training, Supervision, and Evaluation
The Library Assistant is supervised and evaluated by the Library Manager.

Working Conditions

• Majority of work performed in general office and library environment
• Requires periodic participation and attendance at events and training
  

This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, skills or working conditions
associated with this position and is subject to review and change at any time in accordance with the needs of
the Statesboro Regional Public Libraries. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable someone with a
qualifying disability to perform the essential functions of the position.

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries
124 South Main Street
Statesboro, GA 30458

Employment Application

We are an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including
race, color, age, sex, religion, disability, or national origin. Consistent with the Americans Disabilities Act, applicants
may request accommodations needed to participate in the application process. We are a Drug Free Workplace and
participate in E-Verify.

Date ______________________
Personal Information

Last Name _________________________ First ________________________ Middle _________________

Mailing Address _________________________________________________________________________

City _______________________________ State ____________________ Zip Code __________________

Physical Address (if different) ______________________________________________________________

City _______________________________ State ____________________ Zip Code __________________

Phone Number(s): _____________________________________________________________________

E-mail Address: _______________________________________________________________________

Have you ever been arrested or convicted of a crime?

Yes ___ No___ If yes, Date _______________ City __________________________ State ____

The Statesboro Regional Public Libraries realizes that convictions may have no reasonable relationship to the functions
or responsibilities of the job in question. For this reason a conviction record will not necessarily be a bar to employment.
Factors such as age and time of the offense, seriousness and nature of the violation and rehabilitation will be taken into
account. Failure to disclose criminal convictions will disqualify an applicant. If a job offer is made all potential
employees must agree to a background check.

Are you a Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS) retiree? Yes ___ No___

Are you aware of any reason that you cannot perform essential functions of the job with or without reasonable
accommodations? (A copy of the job description is attached) Yes ___ No___

If yes, please explain __________________________________________________________________

____________________________________________________________________________________

Are you legally eligible for employment in the U.S.? Yes ___ No___

Federal Law requires new employees to supply documents proving their employment authorization by the third day of
employment. A photo ID will be required. Statesboro Regional Public Libraries participates in E-Verify.

Employment Desired

Position ____________________________________________________________________________

Date you can start ______________________ Salary desired _________________________________

Are you employed now? Yes ___ No___ If yes, may we contact your employer? Yes ___ No___

Have you ever applied to this Library before? Yes ___ No___ If yes, when? _____________________

Education

High School ____________________________________ Degree Conferred __________________

College Attended ________________________________ Degree Conferred __________________

College Attended ________________________________ Degree Conferred __________________

Former Employers

List your last three employers, beginning with the most recent one first.

1. Name & Address of Employer__________________________________________________________

Start Date (month/year) _____________ End Date (month/year) _______________

Salary _____________ Position _________________________________________________________

Reason for leaving ____________________________________________________________________

2. Name & Address of Employer__________________________________________________________

Start Date (month/year) _____________ End Date (month/year) _______________

Salary _____________ Position _________________________________________________________

Reason for leaving ____________________________________________________________________

3. Name & Address of Employer__________________________________________________________

Start Date (month/year) _____________ End Date (month/year) _______________

Salary _____________ Position _________________________________________________________

Reason for leaving ____________________________________________________________________

References – (Work related references preferred)

1. Name _______________________________________________________________________________

How Acquainted _________________________________________________ Years Acquainted ______

Phone ______________________Email ____________________________________________________

2. Name _______________________________________________________________________________

How Acquainted _________________________________________________ Years Acquainted ______

Phone ______________________Email ____________________________________________________

3. Name _______________________________________________________________________________

How Acquainted _________________________________________________ Years Acquainted ______

Phone ______________________Email ____________________________________________________

Applicant’s Statement

I certify that answers given herein are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and authorize
investigation of all statements contained in this application for employment as may be necessary in arriving at
an employment decision.

I understand and acknowledge that, unless otherwise defined by applicable law, any employment relationship
with this organization is of an “at will” nature, which means that the Employee may resign at any time and the
Employer may discharge Employee at any time with or without cause. It is further understood that this “at will”
employment relationship may not be changed by any written document or by conduct unless such change is
specifically acknowledged in writing by an authorized executive of this organization.

In the event of employment, I understand that false or misleading information given in my application or
interview(s) may result in discharge. I also understand that I am required to abide by all rules and regulations of
the employer.

I understand that I am required to provide documents verifying my employment authorization by the third day
of employment.

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries requires a criminal background check whenever a job offer has been made
and accepted by an individual. This documentation must be on file prior to employment.

I understand that Statesboro Regional Public Libraries is a Drug Free Workplace and participates in E-Verify.

Signature of Applicant _____________________________________________ Date ________________

Statesboro Regional Public Libraries

Employee Benefits



Teachers Retirement System of Georgia (TRS)
This is the mandatory retirement program for library employees who work 20 hours per week or more. Limited
exceptions apply. In FY 2026 employees contribute 6.00% of their gross salary each pay period. The current
employer match is 21.91%.
For information on TRS, please visit www.trsga.com

Please note that employees who are enrolled in TRS do not also participate in Social Security.

Social Security
This is a mandatory deduction for temporary employees and those who work fewer than 20 hours per week. The
2026 employee deduction is 6.2% of the employee’s gross salary.



State Health Benefit Plan
State Health insurance is available to permanent library employees who are hired to work 30 hours per week or
more. Participation is not mandatory. New employee coverage begins on the first day of the month following
the first full month of employment.

For more information, please visit the State Health Benefit Plan website at:
https://shbp.georgia.gov/plan-options-programs



Flexible Benefits
Under a program administered by the Georgia Department of Administrative Services, eligible employees may
choose from a range of optional benefits, including Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long and Short Term
Disability, and Flexible Spending Accounts. Statesboro Regional Public Libraries does not match or pay any of
the cost of Flexible Benefits. For more information: https://team.georgia.gov/my-benefits/



Employee Assistance Program
The Kepro Employee Assistance Program is available to all employees and their immediate family members
and provides 24-hour, 7 days per week counseling. Available services include assessment and referral
resources, crisis management support, and legal and financial assistance resources. This program is offered at
no cost to the employee.