This posting is for a part-time student worker at the Landman Library circulation desk for the Fall Semester 2024, with the possibility to continue permanently.
We are specifically looking to fill the following hours:
Monday:
- 8-10am
- 4-5pm
- 7-10pm
Tuesday: 12-3pm
Wednesday: 8-10am
Thursday: 12-3pm
Friday: 8-10am
Sunday: 4-8pm
Expect to be hired for 7-10 hours per week. Please include in your application which of the above shifts you are available to take.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for overseeing the circulation desk during open hours, assisting students and faculty with accessing library services, and providing support for the library staff.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Check out library materials to patrons
- Check in returned library materials
- Organize and reshelve returned items in their proper locations
- Help patrons use the printers and computers
- Use library software to assist patrons in locating materials
- Greet patrons as they come into the library and answer any questions they have
- Perform weekly shelf checks to ensure library materials are in the correct locations
- Identify materials in need of repair or relabeling
- Complete walkarounds to discover any issues and to tidy up the building
- Performing opening and closing procedures, if scheduled
- Participate in ongoing training as assigned by the Library Assistant
- Completes other duties as assigned by the Library Assistant or other staff
Qualifications and Skills
- Excellent customer service, both in person and over the phone
- Dependability and clear communication are a must
- Comfortable with technology, including computers and printers
- Strong attention to detail
- Knowledgeable about the library and other campus buildings to direct patrons to various services
- Ability to give clear and meaningful instructions
- Capacity to remain calm when dealing with displeased patrons or emergency situations
- Willingness to learn and develop new skills
- Knowledge of the Library of Congress shelving system a plus
Reports To: Library Assistant for Access Services
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: $10.00/hr
