Under the direction of the Associate Director, the Part-time Librarian works as a team member to provide coverage and assistance for reference and information services, research support to the Life U community, and access services.

This position may require some evenings and weekends as needed. This position will help support the university by working weekend hours.

Responsibilities

• Provides general and complex research assistance to library patrons in person and virtually using various communication technologies at the Research Assistance Desk (RAD).
• Prepares physical and virtual instructional materials, including tutorials, handouts, bibliographies, research guides, and other materials as needed.
• Assists patrons with proper use of the library, library technology, and resolves other issues that may arise.
• Supports goals and objectives for the library’s research assistance services (RAS).
• Maintains current knowledge of library instruction and reference services.
• Contributes to the assessment of library activities, including the collection of statistics and preparation of reports.
• Recommends new library services and resources, including collection development.
• Provides coverage at the Circulation and AV desks.
• Utilizes WMS Workflows (the library’s automated circulation system) to search, circulate, and reserve library materials (i.

e., books, audio, anatomical models).

• Shelves library materials and participates in stack maintenance activities when needed.
• Monitors the use of special collections.
• Assists in maintaining library organization to promote a more favorable academic setting.
• Answers patron questions in person, by phone, or by chat regarding library services, resources, and general campus queries.
• Updates patron profiles with correct addresses, phone numbers, and extended notes.
• Provides maintenance for the copiers (student and staff).
• Uses library policies and procedures to answer questions and resolve problems.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of professional working experience in an office or similar environment.
• Strong technology skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Familiarity with GALILEO, Library Management Systems, and Library of Congress classification.
• Able to prioritize and manage multiple projects adhering to strict timelines.
• High degree of initiative and independent judgment.
• Skilled in the development and implementation of policies and procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and information accuracy, ability to organize work assignments, solve problems, and perform duties with a high level of accuracy.

Last updated : 2024-06-21