Casual Staff (Evening Library Clerk)
About The Position
Provides support and performs duties related to providing library collections and services for the University community on a part-time basis (19 hours per week), working the evening shift (6:15 pm-10:00 pm) Sunday-Thursday. Independently operates the Law Library service desk during evening hours Sunday through Thursday, handling circulation, patron assistance, fines, and closing procedures without on-site supervision. Also performs technical support tasks including complex data entry, materials preparation for binding, database verification, and supply tracking, referring non-routine matters to a professional librarian or supervisor.
Requirements
- High School Diploma
- Highly responsible regarding time and attendance.
- Demonstrated customer service skills including adaptability, active listening, conflict resolution, effective communication, and patience.
- Effective communication skills (listening, speaking, and writing) with sound judgment and problem-solving abilities.
- Must be able to lift up to 20 lbs.
- Working knowledge of library technology including computers, printers, and scanners.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work independently.
Nice To Haves
- College degree or documented educational equivalent.
- 1 year of library experience.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine circulation tasks including checking in and out library materials, collecting fines, and adjusting patron records in the library’s ILS (FOLIO).
- Follow and enforce library procedures and policies.
- Provide patrons with basic instruction in using the library catalog and website to locate library resources, including library services, print materials, and databases.
- Assist patrons with directional questions.
- Monitor library technology (printers and scanners) for any issues and replenish printer paper.
- Perform regular walk-throughs of the three floors of the library, including patron counts.
- Assist with special projects including answering student worker questions, reconciling library records, and shifting library materials.
- Perform loose-leaf filing.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- excellent compensation package
- broad range of employee benefit plans
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
