Temporary | Architecture Library Assistant
About The Position
As part of the Architecture Library team, coordinates the daily operations of the Architecture Library, a branch of the Hesburgh Libraries, in support of teaching and research activities for the University. Ensures that the library is welcoming, well-organized, and efficiently serving faculty, students, and visitors. Provides expertise with circulation services, course reserve, and resource delivery services. Offers point-of-use instruction and addresses basic technology problems to facilitate the use of electronic products and services. This is a hands-on role that requires flexibility, problem-solving skills, and the ability to step in wherever needed to maintain smooth operations. The daily schedule for this position is 8:45 am - 12:45 pm, Monday through Friday. Scheduling flexibility may be required. No weekends are required.
Requirements
- High school diploma, and some college coursework.
- Demonstrated organizational and multitasking skills with attention to detail.
- Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and independently.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to answer, assist, and escalate user questions.
- Prior library experience.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree
- Academic library experience
Responsibilities
- Opens and/or closes the Architecture Library following established procedures.
- Ensures a safe, clean facility and report issues promptly.
- Ensures study areas, computer stations, and common spaces are tidy and ready for use.
- Assists with the daily activities of student employees, including assigning tasks and monitoring attendance.
- Coordinates and adjusts student worker schedules to ensure coverage at service points.
- Serves as backup staff for shifts when a student worker is unavailable.
- Processes requests for electronic and print course reserves, including intake, preparation, and shelving of materials.
- Assists faculty and students with checking in and out of reserve items.
- Answers user questions (faculty, staff, and students) and provides assistance; escalates complex issues to appropriate library staff as necessary.
- Tracks and maintains accurate circulation records to ensure timely returns and availability of materials.
- Provides basic troubleshooting for library computer hardware and electronic resources, and escalates issues to Library staff when needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
