Library Services Assistant — Flexible Hours

University of New Haven; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Wellness center

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Job summary

University of New Haven is seeking a Library Clerk II to assist students, faculty, and visitors with library services and materials. You will manage circulation, holds, course reserves, and database updates, while maintaining accurate records and providing helpful service in a busy academic library.

Applicants should have at least one year of public or academic library experience, basic computer skills, and strong teamwork.

Qualifications

• Basic computer skills including MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• Ability to type with speed and accuracy and maintain and organize files.
• Basic math and bookkeeping skills.
• Ability to perform light lifting, bending and reaching; push a full book truck.
• Professional appearance and delivery when assisting students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Charge and discharge library materials, including books, laptops, course reserves.
• Place items on hold for patrons.
• Process Course Reserves.
• Update library databases as instructed.
• Record and collect fines and other paid fees.
• Respond to calls for assistance and answer directional questions from patrons.
• Assist in setting up audio-visual equipment.
• Assign and track usage of study rooms and library facility.
• Monitor library equipment and perform basic troubleshooting tasks.
• Explain and enforce library policies and procedures to patrons.

Skills

MS Word

MS Excel

Outlook

Typing

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Voyager Library System

Job description

University of New Haven is seeking a Library Clerk II to assist students, faculty, and visitors with library services and materials. You will manage circulation, holds, course reserves, and database updates, while maintaining accurate records and providing helpful service in a busy academic library.

Applicants should have at least one year of public or academic library experience, basic computer skills, and strong teamwork.