Library Assistant

Kansas City University•Joplin, MO

About The Position

Provides technical library support as it relates to library catalogs, databases, and indexes and by answering questions that require basic library science knowledge and consultation. Provides professional library services to students, faculty and staff.

Requirements

Knowledge obtained through Associate’s degree or equivalent work experience.
One year library experience working in an automated library customer service environment.
Strong working knowledge of managing and navigating databases
Must have excellent organizational skills, be detail-oriented, and a self-starter
Exercise good judgment and discretion at all times
Ability to be flexible, and able to shift priorities as demands change
Excellent interpersonal skills, with ability to interact effectively and work efficiently with people at all levels in an organization
Excellent verbal & written communication skills
High level of proficiency with Microsoft Office applications

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree preferred.
Medical library experience preferred

Responsibilities

Ensures library customers are helped promptly and courteously
Promotes a courteous environment, informed access and independent learning
Assists with maintaining library displays
Organizes and maintains library materials and equipment
Provides high quality customer service
Coordinates and or assists with loan lending/barrowing activities
Provides reference services (i.e., answers reference questions and locates requested information, trains/assists students and faculty in locating/using print/electronic sources, performs on-line and internet searches as requested, assists with search strategies
Performs other duties as assigned, including filling in to cover other staff duties during absences.
Represent department and the University favorably and in accordance with established Core Values and expectations
Perform other duties as assigned or directed to meet the goals and objectives of the organization
Other administrative tasks (i.e., filing, preparing documentation)
Participate in developing department goals, objectives, and systems
Actively participate in team and University meetings