Job Opportunities

INTERESTED IN BECOMING PART OF DESOTO PARISH LIBRARY SYSTEM?

If you are looking for an opportunity to be a vital member of a forward-thinking, customer-focused, team-driven organization where you can make a genuine difference in the lives of others, then DeSoto Parish Library System is the place for you.

Just as the world around us is exciting and rapidly changing, so are public libraries. Our employees are energetic, creative individuals who promote unlimited ideas and information for curious minds.

DPL provides a wide range of benefits to support a rewarding career, a secure future, and a healthy and equitable work-life balance. This includes generous time off, a comprehensive health plan, a competitive retirement package, professional development opportunities, and much more. Are you ready to be a part of the DPL team?

LIBRARY APPLICATION FORM

This position is responsible for the development of the children's services at assigned location. Coordinates community programs involving children's services.

BASIC DUTIES

Basic duties are public service and circulation clerical (checking materials in and out, registering patrons, and other circulation and public contact tasks); Children’s Department (development and implementation of children's reading, craft and story time programs., etc.); general library clerical duties; shelving books, others generally as per job descriptions.   Successful applicants must have demonstrated excellent public service skills, documented ability for job tasks, and ability to work in and assist in sustaining a team-oriented environment.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR JOB: 

One-year prior experience working with children in a “group” setting is a requirement for this position. In your letter, list applicable experience working with children in story time setting and experience in children program development. The ability to work in a customer service environment is a plus. Basic word processing skills and basic Internet navigation skills is desirable.  The applicant must have a record of establishing strong, supportive, cooperative relationships and positive communications with coworkers and supervisors in a collaborative, cooperative work setting. DeSoto Parish Library Staff working with children are required by Louisiana state law to pass a background check before hiring. 

Applicants can apply using any of the following:

(1) Apply electronically at https://tinyurl.com/childrensjobstonewall   

(2) Apply by email: (sbogan2@state.lib.la.us)

(3) Apply by postal service (808 Hwy. 171, Stonewall, Louisiana 71078).

Required materials include:

Cover letter, resume, library application (required document unless already an employee of DeSoto Parish Library) and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references.

Applications received by 5:00 PM November 29 will receive consideration. Interviews may begin as soon as November 15, 2024. This position remains open untiled filled. Questions can be directed to Sharon Bogan (318) 925-9191 or Delbert Terry (318) 872-6100.