Student Assistant – Library

Stevenson University•Owings Mills, MD

17h•Onsite

About The Position

The Student Assistant works as a member of a team to support the operations of the library. Responsibilities vary by position, and duties can include answering questions in-person and over the phone, using library software, managing projects, assisting with library technologies, creating library promotions, etc.

Requirements

Work hours include weekdays and weekends
Employees should expect to work a consistent weekday schedule with rotating weekend shifts assigned throughout the semester
Work hours are on weekdays and the schedule is determined by the employer and supervisor

Responsibilities

Staff the main information and reference desk
Provide patron assistance and instruction; answer questions in person, via phone, and via online chat reference service
Check items in and out using the Library catalog
Record statistics and headcounts
Communicate problems and issues to supervisor in a timely manner
Work independently and at times managing the library
Learn to use library software
Manage collections by shelving, re-shelving, collecting usage information, updating, repairing, and inventorying collections
Process new materials, maintain, and update print and other physical collections
Process and shelve serials (journals, magazines, newspapers, etc.) including receiving mail
Update serials records in the Library catalog
Prepare materials to be added to the library collections
Repair and update items in the collections
Work on special projects with the library systems