Physical Sciences Library Assistant

12 hours ago

PENN ST UNIV PA USA, United States Pennsylvania State University Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated and customer-focused individual to join our team as a Physical and Mathematical Sciences Library Assistant. This role will provide exceptional service to library users, perform circulation transactions, and assist with various library tasks.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide excellent customer service to library users, responding to inquiries and resolving issues in a timely and professional manner.
  • Perform circulation transactions, including checking out and returning materials, and resolving any related issues.
  • Assist with opening and closing the library, ensuring that all necessary tasks are completed and the library is secure.
  • Help locate materials in the stacks, course reserves, reference, and online collections, and assist with shelving and maintaining collections.
  • Perform miscellaneous clerical, technological, and problem-solving activities and projects assigned by or in the absence of full-time staff.
  • Answer general information and basic reference questions, providing accurate and helpful responses.
Requirements
  • Experience in a public service setting, preferably in a library environment, is highly desirable.
  • Excellent computer skills and the ability to learn new software and systems quickly are essential.
  • Excellent interpersonal and oral communication skills are required, as well as the ability to follow directions and maintain a schedule.
  • Must be willing to work a combination of evening, weekend, and daytime hours, and be a dependable team player.
What We Offer

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all its forms. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters.

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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