Part Time Library Clerk - University of New Haven. Search#
20-02C. During the academic year this position is for the evening shift
(3:00 p.m. –12:00 midnight) and shifts on both Saturday and Sunday.
General Statement of Duties: Assists students, faculty and other
patrons in utilizing library services, locating and circulating library
materials.
Essential
Duties: Charge and Discharge library materials, including books,
laptops, course reserves, etc. Place items on hold for patrons. Process
Course Reserves. Update library databases as instructed. Record and
collect fines and other paid fees. Respond to calls for assistance and
answer directional questions from patrons. Provide assistance in setting
up audio-visual equipment, including Microfilm and Microfiche machines.
Assign and track usage of study rooms and library facility. Monitor
library equipment, including computers, printers, scanners, etc. and
perform basic troubleshooting tasks. Perform administrative duties
associated with the opening and closing of the library. Explain and
enforce library policies and procedures to all patrons; monitor the
library on a regular basis and report any problems. Shelving materials,
shelf reading the various collections, shifting of collections. Basic
Voyager functions, such as adding patrons, collecting fines, checking in
newspapers, etc. Receive and process routine library material (daily
newspaper, government documents microfiches, loose-leaf collections,
etc.). Basic book mending.
Educational Requirements: High School Diploma.
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills Required: A minimum of one year of
experience working in a public library or a library in an institution of
higher learning. General computer skills including Microsoft Word,
Excel and Outlook. Ability to type with speed and accuracy and maintain
and organize files. Basic math and book keeping skills. Ability to
perform light lifting, bending and reaching; ability to push a full book
truck. Attention to detail. Outstanding customer service skills.
Ability to work in a collaborative manner with peers and colleagues.
Ability to communicate in a professional, clear and concise manner.
Professional appearance and delivery especially when assisting students,
faculty, administrators, staff and visitors. Adaptable to a changing
environment.
How to Apply: Please send a cover letter and your resume, in one pdf document via email to hrdept@newhaven.edu.
Please make sure to reference Search # 20-02C in the subject line.
University of New Haven is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action
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