Library Generalist (Part-time)

Lake Michigan College • Benton Harbor, MI

404d • $34,112 - $40,394 • Remote

About The Position

The Library Generalist (Part-time) position at Lake Michigan College involves supporting the library's mission by providing customer service and ensuring access to library materials for students, faculty, staff, and community members. The role includes assisting with library services, technology, and archival materials, as well as managing library social media and promoting the collection through displays and reviews.

Requirements

• Associate's degree required.
• Experience working in a library and/or community college setting preferred.
• Knowledge of internet and electronic library research databases or similar required.
• Strong computer/technology skills and ability to quickly learn new technologies required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to relate well to students, patrons, and colleagues.
• Ability to handle book stacks weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Ability to work varied hours including evenings.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with social media management in a library context.
• Familiarity with archival processing and management.

Responsibilities

• Assist students, faculty, staff, and community members with library services, resources, and technology.
• Answer general reference questions online or in person, circulate materials, and shelve returns.
• Troubleshoot library technology questions (hardware, software).
• Assist with copy cataloging and edit records in the online catalog integrated library management system.
• Assess, process, organize, and file archival materials under the direction of the College Librarian.
• Process interlibrary loan requests for students, staff, and faculty.
• Maintain stacks, including shelf reading and inventory of all print materials.
• Assist with collection maintenance and deselection of library materials.
• Create book displays and write book & DVD reviews to promote the collection.
• Manage library social media.
• Distribute overdue notices and manage end of semester holds.
• Assist Library Operations Specialist in hiring, training, and supervising library work study employees.

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Supportive work environment focused on student success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree