Library Associate

Ave Maria University • Ave Maria, FL

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About The Position

PRIMARY PURPOSE: Primary function is to help users by providing customer service assistance at the Circulation Desk face-to-face, by telephone, or via e-mail.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from four-year college. Strong liberal arts background.
• Good background in humanities required.
• Enough understanding of computers to learn and use the Library electronic resources and the integrated library system.
• Position requires sitting for long periods of time and the visual and manual ability to use a computer keyboard.
• May require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) moderate weights of 30 lbs and the ability to push a loaded book cart.

Nice To Haves

• Some experience in libraries or book-related field helpful, but not necessary.
• Familiarity with Catholic theology and culture preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance at the library circulation desk.
• Publicize library activities and materials including special collections through displays, bibliographies, brochures, web sites, social media, etc.
• Manage Interlibrary Loan and Course Reserves.
• Monitor and train student assistants within an assigned area.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level