Graduate Assistant, Library (Lineberger Collection)

Lenoir-Rhyne University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Lenoir-Rhyne University is seeking a Graduate Assistant for the Lineberger Collection at the Carl A. Rudisill Library. This role involves supervising student assistants, providing customer service, and supporting library operations. Ideal candidates will be enrolled in a graduate program and possess strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Full-time enrollment in a graduate program at Lenoir-Rhyne University.

Responsibilities

• Supervise undergraduate student library assistants.
• Guide visitors to appropriate resources using the library’s catalog.
• Assist with collection management tasks.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Interpersonal communication

Customer service

Familiarity with library databases

Education

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Full-time enrollment in a graduate program

Job description

Graduate Assistant, Library (Lineberger Collection)

Location: Hickory, North Carolina

The Carl A. Rudisill Library seeks a graduate assistant to support the Lineberger Collection. This position is responsible for providing supervisory, research, and customer service support within the library, and plays a key role in the promotion and maintenance of library resources and services.

Primary Responsibilities

• Supervise undergraduate student library assistants during shared shifts related to the Lineberger Collection.
• Use the library’s online catalog and databases to guide visitors to appropriate resources.
• Assist with collection management tasks, including pulling and processing books for de-selection and addition to the collection.
• Support the processing of interlibrary loan items.
• Provide front-line customer service to library visitors at the circulation desk.
• Participate in library outreach events to promote available resources and services.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• Full-time enrollment in a graduate program at Lenoir-Rhyne University.

Preferred Skills and Abilities

• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication and customer service abilities.
• Familiarity with library databases, catalogs, and research tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

Work Schedule

• 25 to 29 hours per week.
• Schedule will be determined in coordination with library staff and based on student availability.
  

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