Library Access Services Specialist

Socket.dev; Notre Dame (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Holy Cross College is seeking a part-time Library Technician to support the Library Services department. The role includes supervising the library during the director’s absence, assisting patrons, handling circulation and reserves, and aiding in cataloging and weeding efforts.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree and demonstrate strong communication and customer service skills. You will work approximately 22 hours per week over two semesters, with duties performed on-site in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Familiarity with established library methods, procedures, and library tools.
• Able to be courteous, tactful, warm, and welcoming with students.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Work cooperatively with other members of the college community.
• Learn and develop proficiency in the library’s online systems and resources.
• Ability to meet user needs promptly and without judgment.
• Ability to work independently with little direction.

Responsibilities

• Act as the person in charge when the director is absent from the library during their shift.
• Answer reference questions using standard print and on-line reference sources.
• Perform circulation procedures including overdue material, fees, and interlibrary loans.
• Work with faculty to place requested materials on reserve in a timely manner.
• Assist in processing new books after they are cataloged.
• Assist in the weeding of books from the collection.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Library systems

Job description

Title of Position: Library Technician – Part Time

Department: Library

Reports to Supervisor: Director of Library Services

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Holy Cross College’s Mission: The Mission of Holy Cross College is to educate and form global citizens with the competence to see and the courage to act. Holy Cross is a Catholic college that advances the apostolic mission of the Brothers of Holy Cross. Our practical, experiential, liberal arts curriculum applies timeless truths to contemporary life and leads people to wholeness in the image of Christ.

Our hiring practices reflect this missional commitment to being a Christ-centered institution.

All administrators, faculty and staff are called to assist students in their formation to be Christ-like students and thus must embrace and advance the Holy Cross mission of the College in all professional activities.

Typical Schedule: This is a part-time position, approximately 22 hours/week for the 31 weeks encompassing two semesters, beginning August 2025.

Purpose: Reporting to the Director of Library Services, the Library Technician performs a variety of library and technical support duties within one or more functional areas of the library. The Library Technician is responsible for supervising the library during the day when the director is offsite, providing patron services, overseeing the circulation and reserves functions, stack maintenance, and assisting in the organization of library materials.

Essential Job Duties:

• Act as the person in charge when the director is absent from the library during their shift.
• Answer reference questions using standard print and on-line reference sources.
• Perform circulation procedures including overdue material, fees, and interlibrary loans.
• Work with faculty to place requested materials on reserve in a timely manner.
• Assist in processing new books after they are cataloged.
• Assist in the weeding of books from the collection.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Education, Skills, and Ability:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Requires skill and understanding of established library methods, procedures, and the use of specific library tools.
• Ability to be courteous, tactful, warm, and welcoming with the student population.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Work cooperatively with other members of the college community.
• Learn and develop proficiency in the use of the library’s online systems and resources.
• Ability to meet needs of users in a timely manner and without judgment.

• Ability to work independently with little direction

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills and physical demands required of personnel so classified. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Employment at Holy Cross College is ‘at will’ meaning that either the College or the employee can end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause, with or without notice. Holy Cross College is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on qualifications and are made without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, or any other legally protected status.