Job Summary The Oberlin College Libraries invite applications for the position of Library Assistant III in the Terrell Library.

Responsibilities The incumbent will perform all circulation functions and supervise all operations of the circulation desk during assigned hours.

The position work week is Monday Thursday, 7 : 30 a.m. to 4 : 00 p.m. & Sunday 9 : 30 a.m. to 6 : 00 p.m.. This schedule will vary during breaks and Winter Term.

Essential Job Functions Participate in the hiring, training, and evaluation of circulation desk student workers, student supervisors, late night study monitors, and building monitors and directly supervise students during assigned shifts.

Maintain current student training materials.

Assist the public by answering questions, resolving problems, and providing referrals to other library staff. Develop friendly, cooperative working relationships with library users.

Promote a positive library image in contacts with the public.

Develop friendly, cooperative working relationships with coworkers throughout the College.

Interpret and enforce library policies with patrons. Solve mechanical problems with photocopiers, printers, and microform readers and reader / printers when the regular staff responsible for these machines is not present.

Have basic understanding of the mechanics of the circulation workstation setup and troubleshoot routine problems.

Assume major responsibility, directly and through supervision of others, for Terrell Library facilities during scheduled hours.

These responsibilities include building security, patron supervision, and building evacuation in the event of fire or other disaster.

This includes being fully informed about opening and closing arrangements.

Work closely with the other circulation desk supervisors to ensure consistent and efficient circulation desk service. Provide assistance in responding to circulation system problems.

Provide emergency backup and assistance to branch library student staff.

Assume responsibility for specific circulation functions. Examples of these jobs include managing the patron database, handling the annual faculty renewal program, fine reconciliation, and managing the circulation desk schedule.

Other circulation duties as assigned; these may include assisting in other sections of the Circulation Department as time allows.

Marginal Job Functions Required Qualifications

• College degree, or an equivalent combination of college-level course work and relevant library work experience
• high degree of written and verbal command of effective communication in the English Language
• keyboarding speed of 35 wpm and must demonstrate the ability to use word processing, spreadsheet and database software programs
• strong public service orientation
• aptitude in solving basic computer and mechanical issues;
• and favorable references. Desired Qualifications Library experience, preferably with an automated circulation system demonstrated ability and desire to work in a collaborative environment demonstrated ability to train and supervise student assistants ability to remain calm under busy and stressful circumstances ability to adapt quickly to changing procedures and communicate them to others;

experience with the Adobe Creative Suite. Quick Link for Posting Compensation The Pay Grade 5 Administrative Assistant position is to be filled at a hourly rate of $23.

95 (new contract rate 7 / 1 / 24 -$24.43) or at the appropriate transfer rate for internal candidates and includes an excellent benefits package.

Last updated : 2024-06-26