Work-Study-Library Assistant

The University of New Mexico•Los Alamos, NM

About The Position

The Work-Study Library Assistant shelves books and magazines using the Library of Congress Classification system and performs shelf reading. The assistant provides basic circulation and public-service support, including checking materials in and out, maintaining confidential patron information in the WMS automated library system, and assisting patrons with reference resources and specialized online databases. The role processes new library materials, performs preliminary Interlibrary Loan tasks using OCLC online Connexion and WMS, and uses those systems for copy cataloging. It also involves using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access for basic library-related transactions and functions; assisting with collection maintenance, including inventory, shifting, and weeding; and supporting special projects and intersession cleaning. Students with specialized skills such as computer troubleshooting and maintenance may be assigned related tasks.

Nice To Haves

  • Proficient in interpersonal communication and customer service.
  • Versatile, flexible, and able to multitask.
  • Reliable, efficient, and committed to the job.
  • Able to work with minimal supervision.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office and related computer skills.

Responsibilities

  • Shelve books and magazines using the Library of Congress Classification system.
  • Perform shelf reading duties.
  • Provide basic circulation services, including checking books in and out.
  • Maintain confidential patron information in the WMS automated library system.
  • Provide basic public services assistance.
  • Assist patrons with reference resources, including specialized online databases.
  • Process new library materials.
  • Perform preliminary Interlibrary Loan tasks using OCLC online Connexion and WMS.
  • Use OCLC online Connexion and WMS for copy cataloging.
  • Use Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access for basic library-related transactions and functions.
  • Assist with collection maintenance, including inventory, shifting, and weeding.
  • Assist with special projects as assigned.
  • Assist with intersession cleaning duties.
  • Perform computer troubleshooting and maintenance tasks if assigned based on specialized skills.
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