Public Service Associate - Part Time
Part-time
San Antonio, TX, USA
Posted on Sep 29, 2026
Job Summary
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Under immediate supervision, is responsible for preparing, delivering, filing, and sorting materials; performs general clerical work. Exercises no supervision.
This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason.
Work Location
San Antonio Public Library; Central Library - 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX 78205
Work HoursShifts will vary during the division's operating hours and may change due to departmental needs.- Little Read Wagon
- 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Monday - Saturday.
- Technical Services Unit
- 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; Monday - Friday.
- Little Read Wagon
Essential Job Functions
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- Receives, sorts, delivers, and processes incoming and outgoing mail and incoming records.
- May calculate appropriate postage using a variety of equipment and software applications.
- Prepares and attaches all forms required by the U. S. Postal Service in accordance with postal regulations (i.e., certified, registered, and insured mail.).
- Inspects mail to assure addressing meets minimum requirements.
- Answers telephones, greets and assists the public, and maintains files by departments operating office equipment.
- May pick up and deliver supplies, parts, and materials.
- May inspect and clean vehicles and work area.
- May process requests for records and microfilm copies.
- Locates and retrieves stored records for information as requested, may require lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds.
- May issue permits, licenses, applications, and certificates of occupancy.
- May collect permit and license fees.
- May perform basic clerical accounting duties, to include preparing and submitting cash turn-in reports.
- Prepares records for microfilming and disposal.
- Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.
Job Requirements
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- High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
- One (1) year clerical experience; Or completion of the SA: Ready to Work: Industries Finance/Insurance or Healthcare or Professional Services/Other training program.
- Valid Class "C" Texas Driver's License. (Library employees who are not required to drive are exempt from this requirement)
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Previous experience working for a community-based organization.
- Experience working in a library setting with some clerical duties.
- Ability to manage the upkeep of play areas and loading dock spaces that will require moving and organizing large or heavy items.
- Unless otherwise stated, applicants are permitted to substitute two years of related full-time experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience in order to meet the minimum requirements of the job. One year of full-time experience is defined as 30 or more hours worked per week for 12 months. One year of higher education is defined as 30 credit hours completed at an accredited college or university.
- Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.
- Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
- If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications, and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing. Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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- Knowledge of general office procedures.
- Knowledge of mailroom procedures and postal regulations.
- Knowledge of basic accounting skills.
- Skill in utilizing a personal computer and associated software programs (including postal and microfilm equipment).
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, clients, management, and the general public.
- Ability to learn building codes, policies, and ordinances.
- Ability to reference and interpret postal regulations and services.
- Ability to follow directions and work cooperatively with others.
- Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the job, with or without accommodations.