Library Assistant II

Universities of Wisconsin • River Falls, WI

1d • $18

About The Position

This position is a 100% appointment in the Textbook Services Department under the general supervision of the Textbook Services Manager. Performs a wide variety of library services which support the day-to-day operations to provide access to information resources in a variety of formats. Trains and guides student employees. Previous library experience preferred but not required. Seeking candidates with transferable skills and an interest in variety in their daily tasks. We encourage those with exceptional customer service and teamwork skills to apply.

Requirements

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong organizational skills and experience with detail-oriented work
• Demonstrated ability to supervise the work of employees
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information
• Ability to lift 50 pounds, and 10 pounds overhead
• Ability to push and pull wheeled conveyances weighing up to 100 pounds
• Ability to perform physical work including reaching, turning, stooping, and twisting
• Pass a post offer employment test

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of library public service functions, including circulation processes.
• Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions
• Ability to work successfully with multiple teams

Responsibilities

• Supports the day-to-day operations of library services to provide guidance in the use of textbook resources, operations, and policies
• Communicates with instructors to determine textbook adoptions for upcoming semesters
• Acquires, prepares, and preserves textbook resources for use, ensuring adequate inventory for enrollment
• Interprets policies and procedures to answer non-routine questions and resolve issues
• Conducts searches to locate relevant materials and answer questions as needed
• Utilizes designated library systems, tools, standards, and practices to locate, retrieve, and organize; or describe, edit, preserve, and reformat a variety of library information resources
• Utilizes library software and systems to retrieve, enter, and report on data using a wide variety of applications
• Create invoices, process complex orders, and resolve any purchasing discrepancies
• Manage the shelving, shifting, inventory, and systematic shelf reading of textbook materials
• Trains and guides student employees including hiring, scheduling, approving time and verifying payroll edits, and directing work
• Contributes to the development of policies and procedures
• Participates in committee work within the library and the university
• Provides backup duties for Textbook Services Manager
• Performs basic copy cataloging functions as needed

Benefits

• Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health, dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed