Day Circulation & Archives Librarian (6794)
About The Position
Friends University is seeking to fill the Day Circulation & Archives Librarian position in Wichita Kansas. The Day Circulation & Archives Librarian will serve library patron's needs in a cooperative, efficient and informed manner that enhances their experience at the library and connects them to important library resources and services; to circulate library materials and manage patron records; and to retrieve materials on a timely basis. Manages Day Circulation Department and Archives, participates in Library instruction and reference services, and jointly hires, trains, and supervises Library student workers with the Evening Circulation Librarian. Friends University is committed to work-life balance for its employees by offering flex work options, up to 4 weeks of vacation, 96 hours of sick leave per year, up to 13 1/2 paid holidays, half day Fridays June through July, up to 5% retirement matching, and free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents. Friends University seeks to hire individuals who will embrace our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University’s RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence). The mission of the University is: Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives.
Requirements
- At least two years’ experience in a library setting is preferred.
- Experience in and knowledge of office equipment and software required.
- Masters of Library Science degree required.
- Applicants currently enrolled and actively pursuing a Master of Library Science degree are invited to apply if they have successfully completed at least one half (1/2) of the Master of Library Science degree.
- Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job.
- Work involves much personal contact with others inside and/or outside the organization for purposes of giving or obtaining information, building relationships, or soliciting cooperation.
- Excellent written, oral and strong interpersonal communication skills are required.
- Computer proficiency and the ability to maintain confidential information in a professional manner is required.
Nice To Haves
- Some experience in library systems preferred.
- Specific experience in library office equipment and computer software (databases, internet applications, and library management systems) preferred.
Responsibilities
- Serve library patron's needs in a cooperative, efficient and informed manner
- Circulate library materials and manage patron records
- Retrieve materials on a timely basis
- Manage Day Circulation Department and Archives
- Participate in Library instruction and reference services
- Jointly hire, train, and supervise Library student workers with the Evening Circulation Librarian
Benefits
- flex work options
- up to 4 weeks of vacation
- 96 hours of sick leave per year
- up to 13 1/2 paid holidays
- half day Fridays June through July
- up to 5% retirement matching
- free undergraduate tuition for you, your spouse, and your dependents
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
