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The Mid-Mississippi Regional Library System, an equal opportunity employer, is now accepting applications for the position of Assistant Librarian for the Attala County Library, located in Kosciusko, Mississippi.

Under the supervision of the Attala County Librarian, the Attala County Assistant Librarian is responsible for all aspects of the daily operation of the Attala County Public Library, including the development, promotion, and delivery of all library services, and providing excellent customer service to our library patrons. The Attala County Assistant Librarian is responsible for the full operation and management of the Attala County Public Library in the absence of the Librarian.

Starting base salary of $30,000.00 – $32,500.00 plus co-pay state health insurance, state retirement and other benefits. 40 hours per week.

Deadline to apply is Sunday, June 15, 2025

Please review the position summary, salary, benefits, and system information below before applying. Click HERE or the banner above to complete the preliminary application. If you would like to submit a resume along with your application, email: director@mmrls.lib.ms.us and place “Resume (your name)” in the subject line. Resumes must be received by the application deadline date to be considered.

Position Summary:

Key Responsibilities:

  • Communicate and interact effectively with the public to conduct transactions, accept requests for information, explain services, and provide other assistance as necessary;
  • Assist in the supervision of the circulation of all library materials and equipment;
  • Assist in the shelving, maintenance, and development of all library collections and resources;
  • Collect statistical data and prepare reports as required;
  • Demonstrate a clear understanding of library policies and operations, and an ability to carry out and explain those policies when necessary;
  • Maintain an interest, enthusiasm, and knowledge of the informational, educational, and recreational needs of library patrons, as well as current library services and materials;
  • Participate in relevant professional development activities;
  • Plan, conduct, and participate in programs and activities which promote and encourage library use;
  • Maintain an understanding and ability to use all relevant technology, including but not limited to library computers, library automation software, the Internet, and clerical equipment;
  • Assist the librarian as needed with the process of ordering materials that meet the needs and interests of library patrons within the allowed budget;
  • Assist the librarian in the training and supervision of relevant staff, including substitute librarians and volunteers, be cross-trained to perform all duties of the librarian in their absence;
  • Create and maintain patron records and accounts and maintain the confidentiality of those records;
  • Maintain strong working relationships with local officials, present quarterly service reports as needed or in the absence of the librarian;
  • Maintain a good working relationship with the Friends of the Attala County Library;
  • Help ensure adequate supplies of materials are available;
  • Help to maintain a welcoming, orderly, neat, and safe library environment;
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Attala County Librarian or Executive Director.

Core Competencies:

  • Work Ethic: Is productive, diligent, conscientious, timely, and loyal. Conscientiously abides by rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
  • Integrity: Models and demonstrates high standards of integrity, trust, openness, and respect for others. Demonstrates integrity by honoring commitments and maintaining necessary confidentiality.
  • Service Orientation: Demonstrates a commitment to quality public service through statements and actions. Seeks to understand and meet and/or exceed the needs and expectations of customers. Treats customers with respect, responding to requests in a professional manner, even in difficult circumstances. 
  • Self-Management Skills: Effectively manages emotions and maintains a positive attitude. Works effectively and cooperatively with others. Treats all people with respect, courtesy, and consideration. Adheres to high ethical standards. Continuously evaluates and adapts; copes effectively with change.
  • Accountability: Accepts responsibility for actions and results. Focuses on quality and expends the necessary time and effort to achieve goals. Maintains necessary attention to detail to achieve high level performance. Deals effectively with pressure. Takes ownership of tasks and mistakes.
  • Self-Development: Adapts behavior or work methods in response to new information, changing conditions, or unexpected obstacles.
  • Professional Maturity: Takes initiative to accomplish stated and unstated goals.
  • Library Advocacy: Communicates the importance of library services to the public.
  • Communication Skills: Receives, attends to, interprets, and responds to verbal and written messages and instructions, and expresses information to individuals or groups effectively.
  • Results Oriented: Plans effectively to achieve or exceed goals, sets and meets deadlines.
  • Workflow and Resource Management: Demonstrates ability to plan, prioritize, and organize.
  • Technical Proficiency: Reads, comprehends, and correctly applies all rules, regulations, and policies applicable to work assignments. Performs work with a minimum amount of supervision when necessary.
  • Problem Solving/Decision Making: Identifies, analyzes, and solves problems. Has the ability and willingness to cooperate with other employees in identifying and solving problems to effectively and efficiently complete assigned tasks.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • At least two years of college or a bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred;
  • At least four years of work experience in the education/business/customer service fields is preferred. Those with previous library work experience may be given preference;
  • Education and prior relevant work experience are equalizing factors that will be considered;
  • Attala County residents may be given preference;
  • Excellent computer/technical skills; Excellent communication skills;
  • Valid Mississippi Driver’s License.

Working Conditions:

A 40-hour-per-week position requiring evening (until 6:00 pm) and Saturday hours on a rotating schedule. Overtime and travel may occasionally be required to complete job duties. Employee may be required to work with minimal or general supervision. Tasks may often require standing or sitting for long periods of time. Employee may frequently exert force equivalent to lifting up to 20 pounds and/or occasionally exert force equivalent to lifting up to approximately 35 pounds. Though most duties will be performed in an office environment, employee may occasionally encounter environment that is dusty and/or dirty with a lack of environmental control. Must have the physical ability to climb a step stool and rolling ladder, move a book truck, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, and bend. Employee may be required to work under stressful conditions, and in environments that present continuous interruptions and background noises. Employee will be required to respond appropriately to unexpected situations and scenarios.

Disclaimer:

The Mid-Mississippi Regional Library reserves the right to modify job duties or job descriptions at any time. The above declarations are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties, responsibilities, skills, or abilities of the job described, but are instead intended to describe the general nature of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Additional Information:

Benefits:

  • Access to the Mississippi State and School Employees’ Life and Health Insurance Plan, a self-insured plan that provides coverage for more than 185,000 active employees, dependents, spouses and retirees.
    • Health benefits are administered by Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Mississippi through the AHS State Network of physicians, hospitals and other health care providers, available exclusively only to Plan participants. BCBSMS provides participants with an online medical explanation of benefits and many other tools to manage their health care.
  • Optional supplemental employee paid insurance
  • Co-paid state retirement through the Public Employees’ Retirement System of Mississippi (PERS)
  • Annual and sick leave; other miscellaneous leave
  • Approximately 10 – 12 paid holidays per year

Starting Salary: $30,000.00 – $32,500.00 annually, 40 hours per week. Salary review after completion of one year of service.

System Introduction
The Mid-Mississippi Regional Library System became a regional multi-county public library system in 1957. It is a tax-supported 501(c)(3) public library organization that serves Attala, Holmes, Leake, Montgomery, and Winston Counties with thirteen branch locations. MMRLS features centralized libraries in Attala County (Kosciusko) and Winston County (Louisville). Two public libraries in Leake County are located in Carthage and Walnut Grove. Three public libraries serve Montgomery County at Duck Hill, Kilmichael, and Winona. Six public libraries are located in Holmes County in Durant, Lexington, and Tchula and the towns of Goodman, Pickens, and West. For more information, visit midmisslib.com.

Mission Statement

The Mid-Mississippi Regional Library System is dedicated to providing outstanding customer service shaped by the needs of our communities.

Vision Statement

The Mid-Mississippi Regional Library System believes that information should be free and easily accessible to all who seek it and that libraries are crucial to providing this access. MMRLS is committed to providing our community with the capability to explore, create, and learn in a safe and inviting environment, guided by a knowledgeable, professional, and courteous staff.