Employment

View our available employment opportunities and apply by downloading and completing an application. All available job listings for the Jackson/Hinds Library System will be posted here.

 

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To be considered for this position, you MUST attach a resume with your completed application.

Contingent job offers are based on the results of pre-employment screenings.


Once you apply, we will review your qualifications and contact you if we would like to discuss your application. Due to the large volume of applications that we receive, we are unable to personally respond to all applications. Click Here  for job application.

Executive Director

The hiring process for this position is through Bradbury Miller Associates. Please click on the link below to apply and for more details. 

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Facilities Manager RFP (Multiple Branches)
This position is request for proposal (RFP) only. Please click on the form link below for more details. NOTE: All proposals are due by Wednesday, January 13th. 

Facilities Manager RFP Form

 

Professional Assistant (Quisenberry Library)

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Branch Manager/Branch Librarian, the professional assistant aids in: 

  • Overseeing the day-to-day operations of a public library branch. This includes:
  • Participating in the planning, implementing, and evaluating of the branch’s services and programs
  • Assisting patrons in use of library services in accordance with established library policies and procedures.
  • Aid in the circulation of materials such as charging and discharging library materials
  • Engages in community outreach activities in relation to the needs of the community
  • In the absence of the Branch Manager/Branch Librarian, the professional assistant assumes general management responsibilities for the branch.

Hours

This is a full-time (40 hours weekly) position. The scheduled is based on the operational needs of the branch within the library’s hours of operation.

Salary

The salary is $30,000 annually with a full benefits package that includes health and life insurance, vision and dental insurance, and membership in the Mississippi Public Employees’ Retirement System.

About the Jackson Hinds Library System

The Jackson Hinds Library System is one of the largest systems in the state of Mississippi. Governed by a 14 member Administrative Board appointed by city and county officials, its 12 full-service branches provide the 222,679 citizens of Hinds County with quality services and engaging community resources.

The Jackson Hinds Library System is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION PLEASE SEND VIA EMAIL A COMPLETED AND SIGNED APPLICATION AND RESUME TO:  hr@jhlibrary.org.

Circulation Assistant (Quisenberry Library)

 Job Summary 

Under the general supervision of the Branch Manager, a Circulation Assistant provides customer service to patrons and performs procedures related to the circulation of materials. This includes but is not limited to: 

  • Charging and discharging library materials to patrons using the Library System’s automated circulation system
  • Assisting patrons with using the computers, copier, and fax machine.
  • Placing materials on hold.
  • Helping patrons find the information they seek.
  • Explaining and implementing library policies and procedures.
  • Additional duties may include aiding with community outreach and promoting library programs. 

Hours 

This is a full-time (40 hours weekly) position scheduled based on the operational needs of the branch and library system. 

Salary and Benefits 

The salary is $26,000 annually with a full benefits package that includes health and life insurance, vision and dental insurance, and membership in the Mississippi Public Employees’ Retirement System. 

About the Jackson Hinds Library System 

The Jackson Hinds Library System is one of the largest systems in the state of Mississippi. Governed by a 14 member Administrative Board appointed by city and county officials, its 12 full-service branches provide the 222,679 citizens of Hinds County with quality services and engaging community resources.

The Jackson Hinds Library System is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION PLEASE SEND VIA EMAIL A COMPLETED AND SIGNED APPLICATION AND RESUME TO hr@jhlibrary.org. 

Circulation Assistant (Medgar Evers Library)

Job Summary

Under the general supervision of the Branch Manager, a Circulation Assistant provides customer service to patrons and performs procedures related to the circulation of materials. This includes but is not limited to:

  • Charging and discharging library materials to patrons using the Library System’s automated circulation system
  • Assisting patrons with using the computers, copier, and fax machine.
  • Placing materials on hold.
  • Helping patrons find the information they seek.
  • Explaining and implementing library policies and procedures.
  • Additional duties may include aiding with community outreach and promoting library programs.

Hours

This is a full-time (40 hours weekly) position scheduled based on the operational needs of the branch and library system.

Salary and Benefits

The salary is $26,000 annually with a full benefits package that includes health and life insurance, vision and dental insurance, and membership in the Mississippi Public Employees’ Retirement System.

About the Jackson Hinds Library System

The Jackson Hinds Library System is one of the largest systems in the state of Mississippi. Governed by a 14 member Administrative Board appointed by city and county officials, its 12 full-service branches provide the 222,679 citizens of Hinds County with quality services and engaging community resources.

The Jackson Hinds Library System is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

TO APPLY FOR THIS POSITION PLEASE SEND VIA EMAIL A COMPLETED AND SIGNED APPLICATION AND RESUME TO hr@jhlibrary.org.

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UPCOMING PROGRAMS

  • Library's Lovers Month | Medgar Evers Library on February 1-28
  • Celebrating Black History Month |Medgar Evers Library February 1-28
  • Paint and Sip | Medgar Evers Library February 20th @ 11 AM
  • Black History Presentation: The Mississippi Plan and The New Jim Crow | M.W. Alexander Library February 25th @ 5 PM
  • Black History Presentation: A Prince Among Slaves | M.W. Alexander Library February 27th @ 5 PM

UPCOMING CLOSURES

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ONGOING EVENTS

  • Washout!: Art Program | Beverly J. Brown (Byram) every Wed. @ 4 PM
  • Treasure Chest Story Time Adventures | M.W. Alexander Library every Tues. @ 10 AM
  • Chess Club | M.W. Alexander Library every Wed. @ 4 PM
  • Crochet Club | M.W. Alexander Library every 2nd & 4th Sat. @ 9:30 AM
  • Cooking Matters Classes (Evers) | Medgar Evers Library every Tues. @ 11 AM
  • Baby Lap Sit & Toddler Time | Quisenberry Library every Tues. @ 9 AM
  • Teen Club | Quisenberry Library every Tues. & Thurs. @ 3:45 PM
  • The Literacy Club  | Quisenberry Library every Mon & Wed. @ 4:30 PM
  • S.T.R.E.A.M: Saturdays | Evelyn Taylor Majure Library (Utica) every Sat. @ 10 AM
  • Paint and Sip | Medgar Evers Library on Thursdays every 2 weeks @ 1 PM
  • Fun with Keva Planks | Medgar Evers Library every Sat. All Day
  • Crafty Creations for Adults | Medgar Evers Library every Thurs. @ 11 AM
  • It's Sew Easy: Beginner's Sewing Class | Medgar Evers Library every Wed. @ 11 AM
  • Adult Day Out at the Library | Ella Bess Austin Library (Terry) every 2nd Tues & Thurs each month @ 10 AM
  • 12 Under Your Wings | Ella Bess Austin Library (Terry) every Sat. @ 9 AM
  • Afternoon Chess Club | Raymond Public Library every Mon. @ 3 PM
  • Marcel the Camel Story Time | Beverly J. Brown Library (Byram) every Tues. @ 4 PM
  • Story time with Uncle Story | Bolden/Moore Library every 2nd Wed. @ 10 AM
  • Everything S.T.R.E.A.M | Medgar Evers Library every Sat. @ 3 PM
  • Fantastic Friday Story Time | Medgar Evers Library every Fri. @ 10 AM
  • Read, Rock n' Rhyme Story Time | Medgar Evers Library every Wed. @ 10 AM
  • Let's Read Together! Family Literacy Program | Medgar Evers Library every Mon. & Fri. @ 3:30 PM
  • Computer Basics for Absolute Beginners  | Medgar Evers Library every Mon. @ 1 PM
  • After School Homework Help | Ella Bess. Austin Library (Terry) from Mon. - Thurs. @ 4:15 PM
  • Tech Drop-In Help| Evelyn Taylor Majure Library (Utica) every Tues. & Thurs. @ 10 AM

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