Regular Student Clerical - Chambers Library

University of Central Oklahoma • Edmond, OK

1d • $8 - $8 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a regular student clerical position responsible for the organization and shelving of library materials, the recurring inventory of the collection, and use of the online catalog. This position operates in conjunction with the Information Desk and may serve as a backup for the Information Desk as needed. The position requires 20 hours per week and is part of the Chambers Library at UCO.

Requirements

• General education.
• At least one year of experience in a library setting.
• Detail-oriented with organizational skills to process a large volume of requests promptly.
• Must meet physical demands of position which include standing, lifting, reaching, and pushing book carts and working in a noisy environment during peak periods.
• Ability to evaluate situations and make decisions, interpret library policies, and exercise considerable independence and discretion.
• Must be able to maintain effective work relationships with library users and staff.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of Windows-based computer applications and Microsoft Office applications.
• Enrollment Requirements: Fall/Spring Semesters: All student employees must be enrolled at least half-time (5 hours for graduates, 6 hours for undergraduates). F1/J1 Visa students must be enrolled full-time (9 credit hours for graduates, 12 for undergraduates). Summer Semester: Students must be enrolled in at least 3 summer credit hours or be enrolled in the upcoming fall semester in the minimum credit hours required. Federal Work Study Program (FWSP) positions require at least 6 credit hours (undergraduate) or 5 credit hours (graduate). New incoming students are not eligible until the semester they begin classes.
• Enrollment Exception: If credit hours needed to graduate are less than the minimum, a letter from the Academic Advisor is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in academic libraries.
• Knowledge of Library of Congress, Dewy Decimal, and SuDoc classification systems.
• Knowledge/use of libraries, specifically library call number systems.
• Knowledge of library information systems and electronic databases.

Responsibilities

• Shelving library materials, including Reference Collection, Federal and State Government Documents, Main Collection, Scores, and Media.
• Checking temporary book locations and shelving/transferring materials to their permanent locations on schedule.
• Assisting patrons in the use of the online catalog and locating materials in various collections (Main, Curriculum, Children’s, Media, and Score).
• Assisting patrons with using equipment including microfilm reader/printers, scanners, photocopiers, and a/v equipment.
• Serving as a backup to the Information Desk as necessary.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed