Library Desk Assistant

Missouri Western State University • Saint Joseph, MO

32d • Onsite

About The Position

To assist library staff with the daily functions at library desks.

Requirements

• MWSU Student
• Degree Seeking
• At least an overall 2.0 GPA
• Enrolled at least part-time
• May need to qualify for Federal Work Study
• Must possess excellent customer service skills
• Be able to interact and communicate effectively with patrons and library staff
• Be able to push/pull 50lb cart of books
• Ability to shelve and retrieve library materials
• Basic computer/clerical skills and attention to detail is required
• Must be detail-oriented

Nice To Haves

• Federal Work Study eligible students are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Basic customer service
• Checking in/out library materials using Sierra computer system
• Assist patrons in locating library materials
• Re-shelving library materials using the Library of Congress call number system
• Handling monetary transactions involving payment of fines, etc.
• Basic computer/clerical tasks
• Keeping work area and library areas neat and orderly
• Assist with disinfecting computer keyboards/mice, study tables and study rooms
• Stocking paper and changing toner in the library printers
• Communicate effectively with library patrons
• Other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees