Graduate Assistant - Library Circulation Desk

Avila Partnership; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Avila University in Kansas City, MO seeks a Graduate Assistant for the Hooley-Bundschu Library and Learning Commons to staff the circulation desk and support lending operations. You will check materials in/out, reshelve items, and connect users with resources, while providing basic research help and assisting with Interlibrary Loan tasks.

Preferred candidates are enrolled graduate students with strong customer service, communication, organization, and teamwork skills, and familiarity with MS

Qualifications

• Must be admitted and enrolled as a graduate student at Avila University.
• Availability to work a consistent daytime schedule on weekdays preferred.
• Excellent customer service and strong communication skills.
• Ability to organize, detail-oriented, and able to work independently or with others.
• Familiarity with computers and Microsoft Office Suite; Dewey Decimal basics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Staff the library circulation desk and perform lending tasks.
• Check materials in/out, reshelve, shelf read, and inventory with accuracy.
• Answer questions and direct users to library resources and departments.
• Provide basic research assistance and locate print/online resources.
• Maintain Interlibrary Loan program and assist with library projects.
• Oversee routine operations during shifts when staff are unavailable.
• Assist with tracking work hours and mentor other student employees.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organization

MS Office

Teamwork

Dewey Decimal Basics

Education

Graduate student status at Avila University

Tools

Library management systems

Job description

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Graduate Assistant - Library Circulation Desk

Student Avila University - Kansas City, Missouri, Kansas City, MO, US

Position Summary

The Hooley-Bundschu Library and Learning Commons is looking for a responsible, motivated, and customer-focused individual to staff the library’s circulation desk and perform tasks related to library circulation and lending.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain operations at the library’s main Circulation Desk.
• Complete circulation and collection maintenance tasks, including checking materials in and out, reshelving, shelf reading, and inventory, with accuracy and efficiency.
• Answer questions and connect library users with information about library resources, services, and relevant university departments.
• Provide basic research assistance and help library users locate print and online resources.
• Maintain the library's Interlibrary Loan program and complete assigned library projects.
• On occasion, provide direction to other student employees and assist with tracking work hours.
• On occasion, oversee routine library operations during designated shifts when other library staff are unavailable.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must be admitted and enrolled as a graduate student at Avila University, and be eligible for tuition remission. International students are not eligible for graduate assistantships.
• Availability to work a consistent daytime schedule on weekdays is strongly preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills, a friendly and positive attitude, and a willingness to assist a diverse community of students, faculty, staff, and guests.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good organization and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with computers and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity with Dewey Decimal System basics (desired but not required).
• Good organization and attention to detail.
• Ability to work efficiently, accurately, independently, and as part of a team.
• Prior experience with library work, library management systems, and the Dewey Decimal Classification system is preferred but not required.

Successful candidates should showcase their work and experience in contributing to a climate that supports a diverse student body, serves first-generation college students, multilingual learners, and contributions to equity and social justice through their work.

The Community:

Kansas City, a two-state metropolitan area with a population of nearly two million, offers a wide variety of cultural, educational and social life opportunities. Avila University, a Catholic university founded and inspired by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, provides undergraduate and graduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies, preparing lifelong learners who make meaningful contributions to the global community.

Additional Employment Information:

Avila University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not discriminate on the basis of, sex, race, religion, age, color, sexual orientation, disability, national or ethnic origin, marital status, veteran's status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.

You must be at least 18 years of age to be employed by Avila University.

All new employees will be required to complete an "Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9)” and produce requested documentation after employment.

In compliance with the Higher Education Amendments of 1998, the university's annual security and crime statistics report is available at https://www.avila.edu/campus-resources/campus-safety.&nbsp ; A copy of this report is available upon request from the Campus Safety Office in the Whitfield building any weekday between 8am and 5pm.

Avila University requires the successful completion of a background check as a condition of employment.