Graduate Assistant | Library

University of Mary; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

A private educational institution is seeking a Graduate Assistant for Welder Library. The role includes managing library operations, assisting with circulation tasks, and providing support to students and faculty. Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree and have experience with library systems and social media. This position involves twenty hours of work per week, including evening shifts, and supports the institution's Christian mission.

Qualifications

• Must meet eligibility requirements for admission to graduate studies at the University of Mary.
• Working knowledge in the use of library databases required.
• A background in business, history, or library science is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Close the library as scheduled, including evening shifts.
• Handle circulation tasks and provide reference services.
• Manage the library’s Instagram account and assist with various projects.

Skills

Excellent organization skills

Strong communication skills

Expertise in library systems

Attention to detail

Ability to manage sensitive information

Creativity

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Library databases

Instagram

Canvas

Job description

Graduate Assistant for Welder Library

The University of Mary is seeking applications for a Library Graduate Assistant for Welder Library. The Graduate Assistant will work twenty hours per week, including evening shifts.

Candidates will be invited to demonstrate a willingness to support the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities

• Close the library as scheduled; it will include evening shifts usually from 5pm to 10pm.
• Handles circulation tasks such as checking materials in and out, renewing and returning library materials.
• Provide reference services to students and faculty in the absence of library staff.
• Direct student workers in absence of library staff.
• Assist with various archive projects which include scanning pictures, cataloging building plans, etc.
• Assist with interlibrary loan requests.
• Manage the library’s Instagram account.
• Create displays and manage the March Madness monthly event.
• Data entry into Desktracker.
• Other duties as assigned.

Desired Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Must meet eligibility requirements for admission to graduate studies at the University of Mary.
• Able to work independently and with a team of colleagues.
• Working knowledge in the use of library databases, Microsoft Office Suite applications, Canvas and Instagram.
• A background in business, history, public history, library, and information science and/or archival experience is preferred.
• Upholds and supports the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.
• Supports the ongoing implementation Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities.
• Builds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the Office of Academic Affairs and throughout the university, in accord with Saint Benedict’s admonition that all be received as Christ.

Knowledge and Skills Required

• Excellent organization, communication (verbal and written), creativity, and human relation skills.
• Expertise in most aspects of the library’s automated and online catalog systems.
• Good work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.

Equal Opportunity Employer.