Library Assistant

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine•Bradenton, FL

56d

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: The Library Assistant provides support to students, faculty and staff within the Learning Resource Center in the areas of circulation; using reserve collections; reading room supervision; and other duties as assigned. Hours are 02:30pm to 10:00pm Monday thru Friday. CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Administration of the library in the absence of the department head; Participates in all the work at the circulation desk such as processing interlibrary loans, and reserving books…etc.; Supervises computer use and train others in the use of the computer; instructs patrons in the use of media and equipment and operates equipment, answers telephone, receives overdue items…etc.; Orients patrons to the library by informing them of services available and the location of media, and by recommending media and by explaining use of the Public Access catalog; Records departmental statistics; Compiles and maintains reserve books. Administration of the Papercut printing system. Assists patrons with printing. Acts as departmental representative with faculty, staff and visitors in a professional, friendly manner at all times; Provides support for the professional activities within the Learning Resource Center ("LRC") users in the areas of circulation, using reserve collections and reading room supervision; Prepares new acquisition lists, bibliography, user statistics, and binding preparation; Assists users with use of electronic resource/database accessible from the LRC computers; Ensures compliance with Internal, State and Federal Regulations; Follows proper OSHA and safety guidelines; Properly use, maintain, and protect equipment; and Performs other duties needed and/or assigned for the department needs. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Requirements

Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast paced environment
Confident in handling ambiguity and fluid situations and have an abundance of common sense and pragmatism
Ability to work with individuals at all levels in the organization and throw equal enthusiasm behind the more routine, hands-on activities, as well as those requiring a higher profile
Organizational skills; must be accurate and attentive to detail
Ability to maintain an established work schedule; assess and prioritize multiple tasks and demands
Interpersonal skills to include tact and diplomacy
Organizational and planning skills, including attention to detail and follow-through
Strong computer literacy and accurate data entry skills
Maintain confidentiality of work related information and materials
Establish and maintain effective working relationships
Flexibility to accept other duties needed/assigned for the department needs
Ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations
Ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM
Ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner
Education and experience equivalent to: High school diploma or equivalent required
Experience working in a customer service oriented environment required

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with academic or medical/dental information center, library or learning resource center preferred

Responsibilities

Administration of the library in the absence of the department head
Participates in all the work at the circulation desk such as processing interlibrary loans, and reserving books…etc.
Supervises computer use and train others in the use of the computer
Instructs patrons in the use of media and equipment and operates equipment, answers telephone, receives overdue items…etc.
Orients patrons to the library by informing them of services available and the location of media, and by recommending media and by explaining use of the Public Access catalog
Records departmental statistics
Compiles and maintains reserve books
Administration of the Papercut printing system. Assists patrons with printing.
Acts as departmental representative with faculty, staff and visitors in a professional, friendly manner at all times
Provides support for the professional activities within the Learning Resource Center ("LRC") users in the areas of circulation, using reserve collections and reading room supervision
Prepares new acquisition lists, bibliography, user statistics, and binding preparation
Assists users with use of electronic resource/database accessible from the LRC computers
Ensures compliance with Internal, State and Federal Regulations
Follows proper OSHA and safety guidelines
Properly use, maintain, and protect equipment
Performs other duties needed and/or assigned for the department needs