Part Time Library Assistant (Closing)

North Greenville University; Tigerville (SC); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

North Greenville University is seeking a Part-Time Library Assistant for the Hester Memorial Library in Tigerville, SC. The role primarily supports circulation services and patron assistance, with opportunities to assist in Reference, Archives, or Curriculum Lab.

The position requires a High School diploma and some library experience, along with strong customer service, communication, and computer skills. It involves evening hours and independent work in a Christian university setting.

Qualifications

• High School graduate with some experience using libraries.
• Ability to listen, verbally communicate, and assist people.
• Ability to work independently.
• Computer literacy and ability to learn library software.
• Affirm understanding of the Baptist Faith & Message 2000.

Responsibilities

• Provides service at the circulation desk including opening and closing the library.
• Answers questions and assists patrons with locating books.
• Checks out and checks in library materials.
• Keeps a neat, quiet library atmosphere; shelves materials as needed.
• Substitutes for full-time Circulation Assistant or Library Assistant as needed.
• Assists in Reference, Archives, or Curriculum Lab as needed.
• Reports to the Dean of Libraries.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Attention to detail

Independence

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Library software

Job description

Position Summary: The Part-Time Library Assistant works in the Hester Memorial Library and provides general library service to patronsRESPONSIBILITIES:Provides service at the circulation desk including but not limited to:assisting in opening and closing of the libraryanswering general and directional questionsanswering incoming callsassisting students in locating booksproperly checking out and checking in library materialsMaintains a neat, orderly, and quiet atmosphere in the library including but not limited to:properly shelving library materials as necessaryshelf reading as necessarySubstitutes for full time Circulation Assistant or Library Assistant as neededAssists primarily in Circulation, but assists in Reference, Archives, or Curriculum Lab as neededWorks on special projects as assignedOther duties as assigned.Responsible to Reference LibrarianPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSVisual Abilities: Read written and electronic documents and use a computer system.Hearing: Hear well enough to communicate with co-workers and patrons in person and via telephoneDexterity, Grasping, Feeling, Handling library materials, writing, typing and using the telephone, copier, and computer systemsMobility: Open files and operate office machines; move between library departments frequently and other departments on campus occasionallyTalking: Frequently convey detailed or important information about resources accurately and in a manner that can be understoodLifting, Pulling, and Pushing: Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects. Carrying books, pushing book carts, and moving boxes of donated materialsCognitive/Emotional: Ability to critically think and concentrate. Must be able to respond quickly to changes in conditions 75 to 100% of the timeWORKING RELATIONSHIPSThis position is a part-time position in the Hester Memorial Library at North Greenville University. The Part Time Library Assistant works under the Evening Reference Librarian with the full time Circulation Assistants and reports to the Dean of Libraries. This Part Time Library Assistant works with library patrons including faculty, staff, students and the community.WORK SCHEDULEHester Memorial Library is open Sunday, 6 p.m. to 11 p.m., Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to midnight, Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m and Saturday, noon to 5 p.m. Holiday and exam hours vary.This position is scheduled 18 hours per week from the first day of classes through exams during Fall and Spring semesters. This position is not scheduled during the summer or holidays and breaks if the library is closed at night.Closing Part Time Library Assistant:Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 6 p.m. to midnight, some flexibility with arrival time depending on coverage.Other hours are available when coverage is needed (there may be times when we put out a request for additional coverage that you can work if you choose)TRAVELNo travel is required.This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee. S/he will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties as requested by his or her supervisor.High School graduate with some experience using librariesAbility to make beginning level clerical decisionsAbility to listen, verbally communicate, and assist peopleAbility to work independentlyAbility to understand and follow written and oral instructions.Ability to pay attention to detailAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, associates and the general publicComputer literacy and ability to learn library softwareSupport NGU’s mission statement and core values, commitment to a Christian lifestyle and character in keeping with biblical modelAffirm an understanding of the Baptist Faith & Message 2000Affirm understanding of the University’s Statement on Human FlourishingAgree to abide by the employee handbooks, including community standards agreements