What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Part-Time Library Assistant, Biddle Law Library position at University of Pennsylvania?
University Overview
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Employers By State in 2021.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at the University of Pennsylvania. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the University. For more information about Penn's vaccine requirements, visit the Penn COVID-19 Response website for the latest information.
Posted Job Title
Temporary Part-Time Library Assistant, Biddle Law Library
Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description Summary
Open the library at 7:30am several weekdays per week during the academic year. PREFERRED DAYS: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday. Approximately 20-25 hours per week. Provide back-up daytime, weekend and evening coverage on the Circulation Desk as needed. Assist full-time staff with a wide range of projects including loose-leaf filing, deaccessioning materials, book and microfilm scanning, retrieving requested materials from the stacks, processing interlibrary loan and Faculty Document Delivery requests, and producing student engagement materials. This is a temporary part-time position ending on June 30, 2023, but may be re-posted or possibly extended, if needed.
Job Description
Responsibilities and Duties
Open the library at 7:30am several weekdays per week during the academic year.
Serve as back-up for full-time staff during weekday, weekend and evening circulation Desk coverage. Serve as back-up for interlibrary loan processing, course scanning and Faculty Document Delivery.
Loose-leaf filing; and book and microfilm scanning.
Assist librarians, archivist and full-time staff with special projects.
Assist the Engagement and Outreach Team with student engagement activities including producing pamphlets, signage and displays.
Assist with Stacks projects in both our open stacks (Biddle) and closed stacks (Lewis) including shelving, deaccessioning and moving materials.
Qualifications
High School Grad/GE Degree and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Customer service experience.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Law School
Pay Range
$7.25 - $155.75
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Employers By State in 2021.
Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.
COVID-19 vaccination is a requirement for all positions at the University of Pennsylvania. New hires are expected to be fully vaccinated before beginning work at the University. For more information about Penn's vaccine requirements, visit the Penn COVID-19 Response website for the latest information.
Posted Job Title
Temporary Part-Time Library Assistant, Biddle Law Library
Job Profile Title
Temporary Employee - Non-Exempt
Job Description Summary
Open the library at 7:30am several weekdays per week during the academic year. PREFERRED DAYS: Tuesday, Thursday, Friday. Approximately 20-25 hours per week. Provide back-up daytime, weekend and evening coverage on the Circulation Desk as needed. Assist full-time staff with a wide range of projects including loose-leaf filing, deaccessioning materials, book and microfilm scanning, retrieving requested materials from the stacks, processing interlibrary loan and Faculty Document Delivery requests, and producing student engagement materials. This is a temporary part-time position ending on June 30, 2023, but may be re-posted or possibly extended, if needed.
Job Description
Responsibilities and Duties
Open the library at 7:30am several weekdays per week during the academic year.
Serve as back-up for full-time staff during weekday, weekend and evening circulation Desk coverage. Serve as back-up for interlibrary loan processing, course scanning and Faculty Document Delivery.
Loose-leaf filing; and book and microfilm scanning.
Assist librarians, archivist and full-time staff with special projects.
Assist the Engagement and Outreach Team with student engagement activities including producing pamphlets, signage and displays.
Assist with Stacks projects in both our open stacks (Biddle) and closed stacks (Lewis) including shelving, deaccessioning and moving materials.
Qualifications
High School Grad/GE Degree and 1 to 2 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
Customer service experience.
Job Location - City, State
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Department / School
Law School
Pay Range
$7.25 - $155.75
Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.
Special Requirements
Background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.
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