Library Assistant

Locations Currently Hiring:

• Bonita Springs Public Library - Bonita Springs, FL
  • Location: 10560 Reynolds Street, Bonita Springs, FL 34135
• Cape Coral-Lee County Public Library - Cape Coral, FL
  • Location: 921 S.W. 39th Terrace, Cape Coral, FL 33914
• Lakes Regional Library - Fort Myers, FL
  • Location: 15290 Bass Road, Fort Myers, FL 33919

What You'll Do

• Check materials in and out, assist with holds, and update patron records

• Issue and renew library cards while maintaining accurate accounts

• Provide friendly, helpful service at the circulation desk

• Help patrons find materials and navigate basic library services

• Sort, shelve, and shift materials to keep collections organized and accessible

• Operate self-check machines, computers, copiers, and other equipment

• Collect fines and fees and help prepare daily deposits

• Prepare reports, order supplies, and ensure materials remain in good condition

To succeed in this role, you’ll need strong communication skills, the ability to work collaboratively with a team, and a commitment to providing inclusive service to a diverse community. You should be comfortable engaging with patrons of all ages, including children, teens, and those who speak languages other than English. Initiative, creativity, and flexibility are key—along with a willingness to grow and learn.

What We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• A combination of education and experience equivalent to a high school diploma or GED

• One (1) year of fast-paced, professional customer service or related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of education beyond high school

• Three (3) or more years of customer service experience

• Prior library experience

• A valid Florida Driver’s License

Work Schedule: Part-time, not benefit-eligible, 40 hours bi-weekly. Hours vary and will include evenings, Saturdays, and some Sundays.

Location Flexibility: Employees may be reassigned temporarily or permanently to other locations in the system based on operational needs
Team Culture: You’ll be part of a dedicated team that values collaboration, continuous learning, and outstanding service, both to the public and to one another.

At the Lee County Library System, we do more than lend books — we build community. With 13 active branches, innovative resources, and impactful programs, we empower people of all ages to explore, learn, and connect.

If you’re passionate about public service, creativity, and helping others thrive, this is your opportunity to grow your career and make a real difference.

Why Join Lee County Library System?

• Be part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and community engagement
• Work in a 13-branch system serving a diverse and growing population
• Deliver programs, services, and resources that inspire learning and lifelong curiosity
• Support access to books, technology, and opportunity—for everyone in our community

About Lee County
Lee County is located in beautiful Southwest Florida and is home to over 800,000 residents. We are dedicated to serving our community with high-quality services and a focus on sustainability and innovation. Join us in making Lee County a great place to live, work, and visit. Find out more about Lee County at Lee County Government.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES:

All County employees are required to work before, during, or after an emergency as needed. This may include temporarily being assigned to work and performing duties outside of the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.

DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this classification. All positions are subject to a criminal background check. A conviction in and of itself may not necessarily preclude employment. Some positions may be subject to a pre-employment drug screening. Certain service members and veterans, and the spouses and family members of such service members and veterans, who claim and meet eligibility requirements of veterans preference, receive preference and priority in employment and are encouraged to apply.