Evening & Weekend Library Services Coordinator

Colby College; Benton (ME); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Colby College Libraries seek a Library Assistant for Evening and Weekend shifts to coordinate operations at two service points, oversee student assistants, and provide essential reference and circulation support.

The role collaborates with Public Services to maintain stacks, process materials for Course Reserves, and ensure policies are applied. Strong customer service, organizational, and communication skills are essential in a dynamic university library setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework or post-secondary education a plus.
• Excellent customer service skills and the ability to provide accurate information to queries.
• Superior time management with the ability to set goals and priorities.
• Ability to adapt to change and manage multiple priorities.
• Strong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication, including relationship-building.
• Experience with library systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate operations for two library service points during evenings and weekends.
• Oversee Bixler stacks maintenance and supervision of student assistants.
• Participate in regular staffing at both service points and maintain supplies.
• Interpret policies and resolve patron, circulation, and student employee issues.
• Assist patrons with collections, basic reference, and referrals for complex inquiries.
• Assist with Course Reserves processing and enforce copyright guidelines.
• Maintain administrative records and reporting; collaborate on projects and committees.
• Hire/train student staff, set schedules, monitor performance, and take corrective action as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Time management

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Google Apps

Microsoft Office

Integrated library systems

Job description

Colby College Libraries seek a Library Assistant for Evening and Weekend shifts to coordinate operations at two service points, oversee student assistants, and provide essential reference and circulation support.

The role collaborates with Public Services to maintain stacks, process materials for Course Reserves, and ensure policies are applied. Strong customer service, organizational, and communication skills are essential in a dynamic university library setting.