Library Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY:

The library assistant provides part-time (18 hours/week) clerical support for the Library and Experiential Learning Commons, works with library technology and processing, and provides friendly customer service at the service desk in J.A. Jones Library.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Experience, Training:

? Some college preferred

? Experience with clerical and secretarial work required;

? Library experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Ability:

? Good word processing, spreadsheet, calendar, and database ability;

? General knowledge of library processes and functions;

? Strong verbal and written communication skills;

? Time management and organizational ability.

Physical Requirements: (Choose One)

____Sedentary position – negligible fore or ability to lift, carry, push or pull no more than 10 lbs

_X___Light work – exerts up to 20 lbs of force occasionally. Stooping, kneeling, reaching, repetitive motors

____Medium work – exerts from 10-25 lbs of force often. Subject to inside and outside conditions, repetitive motors

____Other (Explain):

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

? Provide general and library office support, including calendaring, signage, and inventory management;

? Greet and assist faculty, staff, students and community by phone, email, and in person;

? Manage departmental files in both paper and electronic formats;

? Staff public service desk and assist patrons, as needed.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

none