Library Assistant Part-time

Columbus Technical College; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Columbus Technical College Library seeks a part-time Library Assistant to support librarians with circulation services and student assistance. The role includes handling online materials, promoting library projects, and managing virtual outreach.

The position involves use of modern learning tools and basic reference services. Responsibilities include reference support, processing orders, library publicity, orientation sessions, and clerical duties.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Minimum of one year related work experience.
• Experience with Alma/Primo and BANNER software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic reference and research services to students.
• Processes orders for books, journals, and other materials.
• Assists in promoting library publicity projects.
• Supports library orientation sessions for patrons.
• Performs administrative and clerical duties as needed.
• Aids patrons with computers and software applications.
• Handles interlibrary loan requests and related tasks.

Skills

Reference services

Circulation desk

Student assistance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Alma/Primo

BANNER

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career.

Job Information

Job Title: Library Assistant Part-time

Agency: Columbus Technical College

Job Requisition ID: JR0000006509

Shift: Not Applicable (United States of America)

Job Description

Columbus Technical College Library is seeking part-time Library Assistant. This individual will be responsible for assisting Librarians, providing circulation services, and assisting students when needed. Position will also require assistance with online materials, promotion of library projects, and administrative/clerical duties. Additional responsibilities will include assisting library personnel in using the latest technologies for learning, create and manage the libraries virtual reference services, and explore ways of expanding virtual outreach and communication to the campus community. This position will require the ability to manage the use of next-generation e-learning tools, including online learning objects, and tutorials. This is a part-time/non-exempt position.

Please note: All references will be checked prior to employment offer. Post offer requirements will include a criminal background check and motor vehicle records check.

Please note: If you are a current retiree of the State of Georgia Teachers Retirement System (TRS) or Employee’s Retirement System (ERS), you must contact your retirement system prior to working for Columbus Technical College and verify your eligibility to work and the work hour limitations. Failure to comply with the retirement system’s requirements may cause a delay or stoppage of your retirement pay. Upon hire, you must notify Columbus Technical College Human Resources Department of your retirement status.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic reference and research services, including bibliographic instruction to students
• Processes or assists in the processing of orders for books, journals, audio-visual materials, Braille and other reference materials
• Assists in the promotion of library publicity projects
• Assists in providing library orientation sessions
• Performs administrative/clerical duties and production functions
• Assists library patrons in accessing computers and available software applications
• Processes overdue notices, places SIS holds
• locates and enters book prices for billing
• Arranges displays and maintains display cases
• Monitors the use of and maintains supplies for library
• Processes interlibrary loan requests
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Minimum of One (1) year related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working within an academic library
• Minimum of Two (2) years related work experience
• Associates Degree or Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience working with Alma/Primo and BANNER software

Salary/Benefits

Pay is commensurate with education and experience.

Employment Policy

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG).

The TCSG State Board prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual’s age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status (“protected status”).

No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any TCSG program or activity because of the individual’s protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual’s protected status, except the preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

Columbus Technical College is an equal opportunity employer.

All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements.

The basis and determining factor for such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the person is being considered.

At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution’s ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

Contact Information

For nondiscrimination information, please contact: Dr. Felicia Harris, Title IX Coordinator for Students – 706.641.5032, [e-mail]

Jennifer Thompson, Title IX Coordinator for Employees – 706.649.1883, [e-mail]

Olive Vidal-Kendall, Section 504 Coordinator (ADA/Section 504) – 706.649.1442, [e-mail]

All coordinators can also be reached at Columbus Technical College, 928 Manchester Expressway, Columbus, Georgia 31904-6572.

Additional Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent *and* One (1) year of related work experience

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.

Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Final Note

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens.