Library Circulation & Access Services Assistant

Utica University; City of Utica (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Utica University is seeking a Circulation Assistant to support Access Services in the library. You will check out and return materials, assist students, faculty and staff, and supervise student workers.

You will help with reserves, interlibrary loans, and daily library operations while maintaining confidentiality and community standards. The role requires a 2-year degree and strong communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced academic

Qualifications

• Two-year degree required.
• Supervisory experience desirable.
• Ability to use library software and interlibrary loan systems.
• Strong communication and confidentiality skills.

Responsibilities

• Check out and discharge library materials and maintain records.
• Provide customer service and basic reference assistance when needed.
• Supervise student assistants during shifts.
• Open and close the library and ensure security.
• Monitor emails and route inquiries to the Reference Librarian as needed.
• Assist with shelving, reserves processing, and interlibrary loan tasks.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Confidentiality

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Training supervisees

Education

Two-year degree

Tools

Library software

Interlibrary loan systems

Job description

Utica University is seeking a Circulation Assistant to support Access Services in the library. You will check out and return materials, assist students, faculty and staff, and supervise student workers.

You will help with reserves, interlibrary loans, and daily library operations while maintaining confidentiality and community standards. The role requires a 2-year degree and strong communication skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced academic