Temporary Library Assistant
About The Position
The NMSU Library is seeking a reliable, self-motivated Library Service Assistant to join our night-shift team. This position provides critical guidance to library patrons, manages circulation desks, and ensures smooth late-night operations. Operating with minimal supervision, you will oversee routine tasks, utilize automated library databases, and help maintain our collections. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in an independent work environment, possess excellent customer service skills, and prefer late-night working hours. This is a temporary appointment with a predetermined end date not to exceed 1 year and is subject to an earlier termination if necessary. Temporary employees have no entitlement or expectation of continued employment during or beyond the appointment period.
Requirements
- High School diploma or higher degree.
Nice To Haves
- Strong customer service and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision.
- Comfort using computer databases and automated software.
- Leadership potential to train and guide student workers.
- High reliability and commitment to the late-night schedule.
Responsibilities
- Assist visitors with general and specific inquiries regarding library resources, services, and facility layouts.
- Staff public service desks, process library materials check-ins/check-outs, and navigate automated database systems.
- Clearly explain and enforce library policies regarding unit services, operations, and safety activities to patrons.
- Support ongoing collection care, inventory organization, shelving, and special unit projects.
- Lead, train, and guide student employees, manage student work schedules, and ensure compliance with established procedures.
- Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned to support the night-shift operation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
