Library Assistant (Part Time) New Bedford Campus - Bristol Community College

POSITION TITLE: Library Assistant I (part-time)

DEPARTMENT: Library Learning Commons

PRIMARY LOCATION: New Bedford Campus

REPORTS TO: Reference Librarian

STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Library Assistant I assists with access services functions of the Library Learning Commons (LLC) primarily at the New Bedford Center. The basic purpose of this work is to aid in the maintenance, preparation, distribution, and lending of library books and other materials. Being an integrated Library Learning Commons, the Library Assistant will also assist users with making tutoring appointments and provide information about tutoring locations and services, among other duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES, AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform circulation desk procedures, such as but not limited to checking in and checking out materials, registering patrons, and collecting fines.
• Work a set schedule of hours, which may include evenings and weekends, at one or more campus locations as assigned.
• Assist students with making tutoring appointments; inform and explain tutoring services, including but not limited to online and drop-in tutoring.
• Assist with access services functions, which could include but are not limited to the physical processing of books, DVDs, and other library materials; interlibrary loan and document delivery processes; preparing and maintaining course reserves; or maintaining and processing the serials collection.
• Aid LLC users in locating and using materials.
• Monitor the borrowing of materials.
• Verify the proper location of books and materials.
• Aid LLC patrons by responding to inquiries and providing information concerning materials that best match users' interests and needs, LLC rules and procedures, and facilities; suggest and explain the proper methods of locating and using materials to facilitate patrons' use of the LLC.
• Assist with circulation policies, such as contacting patrons with overdue materials; forwarding overdue notices; and recording fines.
• Perform inventory; verify proper location of books and other LLC materials by searching the LLC for misplaced items; retrieve books as requested; and place books and other materials in their proper location to facilitate use and accountability.
• Assist with preparing the LLC in one or more sites for reopening, which includes but is not limited to packing, unpacking, shelving books and office materials and shifting collections.
• Support LLC patrons with photocopier, printer, microform reader, scanners, Live Scribe pens, and other library and assistive technology.
• Repair books and other materials to prolong use as needed.
• Demonstrate a sense of professionalism and consistently reflect Bristol's core values while interacting with members of the Bristol community.
• Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

NOTE: Unless otherwise noted, all required qualifications must be met by date of hire.

• As of January 2022, candidates for employment should be aware that Community College students, faculty, and staff are required to be fully vaccinated. Accordingly, initial employment is dependent upon receipt and verification of full vaccination status records; details of how to fulfill vaccine record verification requirements will be provided during the hire and onboarding process.
• If assigned to work at multiple sites, must have reliable transportation to all campus locations.
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Work accurately with names, numbers, codes and/or symbols.
  • Assemble items of information according to established procedures.
  • Communicate effectively in oral expression.
  • Deal tactfully with others.
  • Establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others
  • Follow verbal and written instructions.
  • Maintain accurate records.
  • Maintain a consistent work schedule.
  • Work nights and/or weekends as business needs dictate.
  • Work effectively with a diverse student body, faculty and staff.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Familiarity with online catalog, copy machine, and/or computers.
• Demonstrated experience in an academic or public library setting
• Basic understanding of the Koha online catalog used at HELM libraries or previous experience with an on-line circulation system.
• Experience with tutoring, tutoring software (such as TutorTrac), or online platforms.
• Familiarity with Live Scribe pens and other assistive technology.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications.
• Ability to communicate in a language in addition to English.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The employee must meet the physical demands and work environment of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

POSITION STATUS: This is a part-time, non-unit, non-benefitted, up to 18.5 hours per week position, some nights and weekends required.

SALARY: $19.63 per hour.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action:

Bristol Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran or military status, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, TitleVII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Title IX & Equity Compliance Officer, Gia Sanchez at diversitytitleix@bristolcc.edu or 774.357.2264; the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination; the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.