FWS - Collection Services Assistant (Electronic Resources)

Pacific University; Forest Grove, Northern (OR, KY); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Pacific University is seeking a FWS - Collection Services Assistant (Electronic Resources) at the Tran Library in Forest Grove Campus. The role supports the Electronic Resources Librarian in resolving access issues and organizing electronic resources.

Responsibilities include database maintenance, Excel-based research, and general material processing. Candidates should be self-motivated, reliable, and able to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Analytical and critical thinking.
• Applied problem solving.
• Digital literacy.
• Oral and written communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist with library database maintenance and update descriptions of holdings.
• Use Excel to research status of library holdings and report findings.
• Assist in special projects.
• Work at computer for extended periods.
• Move books and other library resources around in department and on shelves.
• Receive, process, and shelve periodicals.
• Locate library resources using the library catalog and call numbers.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Digital literacy

Oral communication

Written communication

Tools

Windows & Office

Job description

FWS - Collection Services Assistant (Electronic Resources)

Overview

Category

Student

Description

THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT PACIFIC STUDENTS ONLY

Title of position: FWS - Collection Services Assistant (Electronic Resources) I

Department name and location: Collection Services Department, Tran Library, Forest Grove Campus

Purpose of position: To provide assistance to the Electronic Resources Librarian. With the Electronic Resources Librarian, you’ll be assisting in solving access issues and managing/organizing electronic resources.

Job duties and responsibilities:

• Core Duties
  • Assist with library database maintenance, including checking and updating descriptions of library holdings.
  • Use Excel to access information for researching status of library holdings and reporting findings.
  • Assist in special projects.
  • Work at computer for extended periods of time
• Secondary Duties include
  • Pushing heavy book carts, reading, stooping and repetitive motion of hands, wrists, and arms.
  • Process books, CDs, DVDs, and other materials to prepare them for check-out.
  • Receive, process, and shelve periodicals.
  • Locate library resources using the library catalog and call numbers.
  • Move books and other library resources around in department and on shelves

Competencies to practice (core competencies gained though experience in this position):

• Analytical and critical thinking
• Applied problem solving
• Digital literacy
• Oral and written communication

Length of employment: Typically, Fall and Spring terms, with option to return for the following year based on performance and position availability. Sometimes, additional work during winter (J-term) or Summer may be available. Currently looking for candidates to work 8hrs per week, Monday through Thursday between the hours of 9am-5pm.

Wage rate: Library tier I: $16.80. In subsequent years of employment, based on performance and knowledge/duties, there may be an opportunity to advance to assistant II and III positions, with associated wage increases.

Qualifications

Required qualifications

• Self-motivation and reliability
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in performing complex, repetitive tasks

Desired qualifications (not required, but please share if you have any of these qualifications)

• Familiarity with Microsoft Windows and Office