Federal Work Study - Library Aide
Academy of Art University•San Francisco, CA
•Onsite
About The Position
The Federal Work Study Library Aide will support the general daily operations, provide public service to students, faculty and staff that utilize library resources for personal study and professional development. Daily responsibilities require the Library Aide to provide support to patrons in-person and by phone, manage the operations of the circulation desk, address issues regarding patron's fees, coding materials, establishing and updating patron's records and checking materials in and out.
Requirements
- Basic computer skills
- Learn library organization and procedures.
- Communicate effectively with public and staff.
- Follow oral and written directions.
Nice To Haves
- Customer service
- Majoring in Architecture or Landscape Architecture
- Sophomore or above is preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Provides public service and performs a variety of duties related to the operation at ArtU’s Architecture Collection.
- Works with the integrated library system (Sierra by Innovative Interfaces, Inc.) and performs routine clerical work as assigned
- Checks materials in and out
- Read shelves for correct order of books; place books and other material on shelves in proper alphabetical or numerical sequence
- Registers borrowers and updates borrowers’ records
- Carries out and explains circulation policies and procedures to patrons
- Assists patrons with access to reserve materials
- Handles library opening and closing procedures
- Demonstrates excellent attention to detail when working on library tasks
- Troubleshoots basic problems with library equipment, including computers (Mac and PC), scanners, copiers, and printers
- Assists patrons with basic computer functions and programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Preview, and Photoshop
- Ad hoc projects such as shelving, inventory, and other general library duties as assigned
- Cooperates in a teamwork fashion with all coworkers and provides excellent customer service to all library patrons
- Demonstrates excellent oral and written communication skills
- Assisting with the library calendar: Scheduling events, meetings, and appointments.
- Creating visually appealing designs & displays: Designing flyers, posters, brochures, and other marketing materials using platforms like Canva
Benefits
- paid sick leave
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
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