Assistant Librarian

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the supervision of the Campus Librarian, responsible for library management, including but not limited to: acquisition; cataloging; circulation procedures and policies; inventory and purchasing; technological support including computers, printers and 3D Printers; desk coverage; and supervision of student workers. The Assistant Librarian also supports the Campus Librarian with reference duties on desk and online; inter-library loan requests, online chat, and library instruction, as needed. Knowledgeable with Library Information Systems.

Note: this position requires regular weekend hours.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Patron Services

• Assist students and faculty with locating, checking in / checking, out and renewing library materials.
• Support and train faculty and students on usage of library technologies, including 3D Printer, and Virtual Reality.
• Serve as a point of communication between the Library and the University, and students and faculty on the weekends.
• Assist with online chat.
• Process inter- and intra-library loan requests.
• Proctor individual student exams in the library as requested according to the Library Proctoring Policy.
• Maintain and supervise borrower records in library information management system.
• Gather data, compile, and maintain monthly statistics.

Inventory, Purchasing, Cataloging, and Equipment Support

• Maintain, operate, support, and troubleshoot library technology such as printers, copiers, 3-D printers, computers, and other technologies.
• Process, withdraw and repair collection items.
• Assist with cataloging library materials and course reserve materials.
• Supervise the shelving of books and special materials collections, locating missing items and identifying need for replacement.
• Order supplies for the department, process requisitions forms, follow up on backorders.
• Maintain all library technology and equipment, including annual inventory.
• Record and process incoming serials, special materials, and other items as needed.

Library Coverage and Maintenance of Library Space

• Hire, train, schedule, and supervise student library workers.
• Uphold and enforce official library policies and procedures.
• Assist with the library book and special materials display and library promotional and marketing materials.
• Support and assist the Campus Librarian, including maintaining sole responsibility of the library and all Librarian duties when the Librarian is absent.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May perform other duties that management may deem necessary.

POSITION IN ORGANIZATION

Reports to: Librarian

Positions Supervised: Library Student Workers

TECHNICAL, MANAGERIAL & PEOPLE SKILLS REQUIRED

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Incumbents will be evaluated, in part, based on performance of each essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Excellent written and face-to-face communication skills.
• Ability to work independently or with little supervision.
• Ability to meet deadlines and perform tasks in a timely manner, even while multi-tasking.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Professional demeanor.
• Excellent computer skills and the ability to learn new software, programs and platforms easily.
• Working knowledge of office management software packages.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Required: Bachelor’s Degree
• Preferred: one or more years of experience in a library setting

TRAVEL

Occasional travel may be required.

BUSINESS COMPETENCIES

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

• Collaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Accountability - Willingness to accept responsibility for actions and prioritize the success of the team and take ownership of work duties
• Being Resilient - Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.
• Instills Trust - Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Drives Results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Innovation - Creating new and better ways for the organization to be successful.
• Customer Focus - Building strong customer relationships and delivering excellent customer-centric solutions.
• Drives Engagement (People Managers Only) - Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.
• People Leadership (People Managers Only) - Leads by example when it comes to finding and developing talent, with a focus on talent acquisition strategies, setting performance targets that raises standards and development of high potential talent.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed primarily in a standard office environment but may involve exposure to moderate noise levels. Work involves operation of personal computer equipment for six to eight hours daily and includes physical demands associated with a traditional office setting, e.g., walking, standing, communicating, and other physical functions as necessary.