* Library Information Assistant – 100% FTE; Circulation Desk, Night Supervisor, Ellis Library. Work hours include Sun. either 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. or 4:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. and Mon. – Thurs. either 2:00 p.m. – 11:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. – 12:00 a.m. (to be finalized upon hire); some shifts will qualify for differential pay of $0.50/hr. Base pay of $9.05/hr.
Duties: Night supervisor at the Ellis Library Circulation/Reserve Desks. Responsible for functionally supervising several student workers at the circulation desk during evening hours. Reports to and coordinates with the Night Supervisor of the Circulation/Reserve Desks while working at night. Serve as a resource to both patrons and staff regarding circulation policies. Search for books which patrons and other library staff have been unable to locate in the Ellis Library. The full position description is available online.
This position requires some physical stamina and involves moving materials and related physical actions part of the workday. Must be able to transport books weighing up to 10 pounds as well as move fully loaded book trucks (at least 100 lbs.). Must able to stand and move about several hours during each day. Must be able to read call numbers on books located on shelves at ground level and up to nine feet in height and where lighting is diminished; ladders and footstools are available.
Minimum Qualifications: A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary. Six months of responsible office experience is necessary. Directly related education or training may be substituted for experience.
The ability to type may be necessary depending upon the position available.
Preferred Qualifications: Requires excellent telephone skills. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to work productively and cooperatively with patrons and co-workers from a variety of backgrounds in a high-volume public service area. Good listening skills. Ability to explain issues clearly. Prior library work experience required. Supervisor experience is desired.
