Access Services Assistant II – Onsite Library Operations

Cornell University; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care options

Retirement contributions

Tuition benefits

Job summary

Cornell University in Ithaca, NY is seeking an Access Services Assistant II to support daily library operations in the Library Annex. You will check materials in and out, retrieve requested items, and reshelve materials, contributing to smooth service for researchers and students.

Under supervision, you will handle materials for the Google Books project, operate on-site forklifts after training, and ensure safety and compliance with university procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and up to two years of customer service experience.
• Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to 70-80 pounds.
• Ability to cultivate and develop inclusive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community members.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy in a fast-paced work environment.
• Warehouse experience.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve, pack, receive, unpack, and reshelve library materials for the Google Books project.
• Follow established protocols to ensure library materials are handled securely and used appropriately, escalating issues or violations as needed.
• Operate forklifts, order pickers, and other equipment as required, completing the necessary on-site forklift training and proficiency test.
• Follow OSHA safety regulations when operating equipment and performing assigned duties.
• Complete all required university compliance training.
• Participate in special projects and perform other related duties as assigned, which may occasionally fall above or below the position's current classification.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Material handling

Warehouse experience

Work at heights

Forklift operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Cornell University in Ithaca, NY is seeking an Access Services Assistant II to support daily library operations in the Library Annex. You will check materials in and out, retrieve requested items, and reshelve materials, contributing to smooth service for researchers and students.

Under supervision, you will handle materials for the Google Books project, operate on-site forklifts after training, and ensure safety and compliance with university procedures.