PT Library Assistant

DePaul University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

DePaul University is seeking a part-time Library Assistant to provide circulation services and supervise student staff at the Law Library. The ideal candidate will possess a college degree, strong service orientation, and be available for evening and weekend shifts. This role offers a competitive hourly wage and valuable experience in an academic environment.

Benefits

Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.

Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.

Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.

Generous paid time off and holidays.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in an academic library preferred.
• Ability to lift 50lbs and negotiate areas of the law school.
• Available to work evenings and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Provide circulation desk service to students and faculty.
• Supervise evening and weekend services.
• Maintain Law Library stacks and specialty collections.

Skills

Strong service orientation

Good communication skills

Collaborative skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Education

College degree or equivalent course credit

Tools

Voyager Circulation

I-Share catalog

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Work Schedule During Fall

Thursday 8-4pm, Friday 8-6pm, Saturday 10-6pm

Job Description

Work schedule during Summer:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9-5pm

Work Schedule During Fall

Thursday 8-4pm, Friday 8-6pm, Saturday 10-6pm

The Highlights

Part-time circulation desk assistant provides circulation services to students, faculty and other Law Library users. S/he helps supervise evening and weekend services and student staff per an assigned schedule. S/he provides supplemental support in workflow of areas of circulation services as needed.

What You'll Do

• Provide circulation desk service to students, faculty and other Law Library users.
• Supervise day and weekend services and student staff as assigned.
• Create and maintain the Law Library’s physical bulletin board display.
• Process call-slips and prepare materials for shuttle or ILDS shipping; process incoming shuttle and ILDS materials for ILL Hold and pick-up from Law ILL hold shelf; take I-share and shuttle daily statistics and provide to ILL manager.
• Maintain the Law Library stacks and specialty collections through shelving, shifting and shelf reading.
  
  

What You'll Need

• College degree or equivalent course credit.
• One to two years substantive experience providing service in an academic library preferred.
• Strong service orientation; good communication and collaborative skills; proficiency with the circulation module of an integrated system such as Voyager Circulation, I-Share catalog and Microsoft Office software.
• Ability to use a keyboard, mouse and computer to perform routine tasks and searches within an electronic catalog.
• Ability to lift 50lbs. Ability to access and negotiate all areas of the law school (including the law library) quickly.
• Must be available to work evenings and weekends as needed.
  
  

The anticipated hiring range for this position is: $20.93 to $21.00 per hour.

The salary range provided in this posting reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this position. Actual compensation offered or earned is dependent on experience, education and other factors including departmental budget.

Perks

• Working for a stable and well-known University that values diversity and inclusion.
• Top choice medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Retirement plan matching contribution of 10%.
• Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
• Generous paid time off, sick time, holidays, floating holidays, and more!
• Part-Time Benefits
  
  

For consideration, please include a resume and cover letter.

Vincentian Mission

Guided by an ethic of Vincentian personalism and professionalism, DePaul compassionately upholds the dignity of all members of its diverse, multi-faith, and inclusive community. We seek to hire collaborative, open-minded, and dedicated professionals who are committed to advancing our university mission to making education accessible to all, with special attention to including underserved and underrepresented communities. Successful candidates thrive in an environment where ideas and perspectives representing a wide variety of cultures, backgrounds and experiences are welcome and supported.

Required Background Check

Employment at DePaul University is contingent on passing a background check. Only final candidates who are extended an offer of employment will undergo a background check.

DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state and local EEO laws.

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  Entry level

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