Library Access Services Assistant (Part-Time)

The Pennsylvania State University • Harrisburg, PA

14d • $15

About The Position

The Madlyn L. Hanes Library at Penn State Harrisburg seeks a motivated and responsible individual to work part-time in the Access Services Department. Responsibilities Open and/or close the library during scheduled work hours. Provide services to campus and community patrons. Perform circulation desk functions (check materials in/out, collect fines and fees, register new borrowers, and process daily circulation reports). Answer general information and basic reference questions. Manage undergraduate student assistants. Report on any library maintenance, equipment, and security issues. Assist in special projects. Candidates must have strong interpersonal and computer skills, and the ability to collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Minimum job requirements include excellent customer service skills, a high degree of dependability and flexibility, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Previous library experience preferred. The rate of pay for this position is $15/hour. The person works 21 hours a week. Applicants must be able to work year-round. During the fall and spring semesters, the required work schedule for this position is Mondays and Wednesdays from 1:00 pm to 10:00 pm and Saturdays 10:00 am to 3:00 pm . During the summer sessions and holiday breaks, work schedules are based upon the library’s operating hours.

Requirements

• strong interpersonal and computer skills
• the ability to collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds
• excellent customer service skills
• a high degree of dependability and flexibility
• the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Applicants must be able to work year-round

Nice To Haves

• Previous library experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Open and/or close the library during scheduled work hours.
• Provide services to campus and community patrons.
• Perform circulation desk functions (check materials in/out, collect fines and fees, register new borrowers, and process daily circulation reports).
• Answer general information and basic reference questions.
• Manage undergraduate student assistants.
• Report on any library maintenance, equipment, and security issues.
• Assist in special projects.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees