CULLS Access Services Library Assistant
About The Position
The University of New Mexico College of University Libraries & Learning Sciences (CULLS) seeks motivated and highly-engaged student employees interested in a challenging and dynamic customer service work environment. Library Assistants are the first point of contact most patrons have with the University Libraries system and take care of most of the day-to-day duties associated with library operations. Under direct supervision, Library Assistants work with University Libraries staff and students in a team environment to: Assist student, faculty and community patrons with discovering and using library materials. Help student patrons learn about and use library resources including course reserves, study rooms, computers and printing. Open and/or close University Libraries facilities and ensure the libraries remain a safe and comfortable destination for UNM students and faculty. Shelve library materials and ensure that collections are well-organized and accessible Participate in special projects as assigned Successful applicants will have the opportunity for progressively independent work and increased responsibility. Benefits of this position include: learning l research skills that support college academic work; receiving guidance and mentoring from library staff; and developing professional skills such as interpersonal communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Applicants must be capable of working within a team environment. All student employees may be asked to work nights and/or weekends. All CULLS student employees are employed on a term basis for the current/impending school year. All library student employees must be able to shelf books and perform other physical activities as required. Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.
Requirements
- Currently enrolled at UNM for a minimum of 6 credit hours during the normal school year.
- Current Work Study award.
- All library student employees must be able to shelf books and perform other physical activities as required.
Nice To Haves
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Demonstrated oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively.
Responsibilities
- Assist student, faculty and community patrons with discovering and using library materials.
- Help student patrons learn about and use library resources including course reserves, study rooms, computers and printing.
- Open and/or close University Libraries facilities and ensure the libraries remain a safe and comfortable destination for UNM students and faculty.
- Shelve library materials and ensure that collections are well-organized and accessible
- Participate in special projects as assigned
Benefits
- learning l research skills that support college academic work
- receiving guidance and mentoring from library staff
- developing professional skills such as interpersonal communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
