What are the responsibilities and job description for the Evening Library Assistant position at Suffolk University?
This position is responsible for Access Services offered during the hours of 8:00 pm to 12:00 am, Sundays through Thursdays, during the academic year. The staff in this position are the only staff available during these hours, so they provide circulation services, basic reference services, and other assistance as needed to meet students' academic needs. This position ensures proper closing procedures. This position is also responsible for ensuring the safe use of the library space during the evening hours. Additional responsibilities may include collection maintenance, and other duties as required.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide efficient and courteous service to library patrons at the Circulation Desk by answering inquiries, providing direction, assuring compliance with Library regulations.
Charge out other library resources, including laptops and group study rooms, etc. to authorized borrowers, discharge returned books, and maintain patron records, using the Innovative Interfaces library computer system.
Clears and closes the library in accordance with set procedures.
Responsible for running collection reports and verifying the status of Reserve collection, nightly.
Participates in stacks maintenance tasks, which include weeding and shelf reading.
Requirements/Qualifications:
- High school degree required.
- Punctual and reliable.
- Friendly demeanor when working with the public and co-workers.
- Strong computer skills including: MS Office (Word and Excel), Outlook.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Must be committed to providing the highest level of customer service and responsiveness.
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Experience in library, bookstore or retail establishment a plus.
- Standard hours of this position are Sunday – Thursday 8:00 PM – 12:00 AM, during the academic year.
