Temporary Library Access Services Team Member

SU01 Seattle University; United States; On-site; USD 22,042,000 - 35,818,000; Part time

Job summary

Seattle University’s Lemieux Library is seeking a Cornish Access Services Librarian to staff weekend, morning, and evening shifts. You will lend materials, assist students with library resources, and help users navigate the building and online catalogs.

The temporary position emphasizes frontline service, teamwork, and contributing to planning while advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the campus library environment.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational and communication abilities for frontline service.
• Ability to assist patrons with library resources and technology.
• Attention to detail in managing access services and desk duties.

Responsibilities

• Staff circulation desks at Lemieux and Cornish libraries.
• Open/close libraries in line with policies and procedures.
• Answer questions and guide patrons to resources and services.
• Provide basic technology assistance on specified shifts.
• Participate in training, meetings, and collaborative projects.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Technology support

Tools

Library catalogs

Job description

Months Per Year: 10, 15-20 hours per week Work Model: Onsite Seattle University will be one of the most innovative and progressive Jesuit and Catholic universities in the world, educating with excellence at the undergraduate, graduate, and professional levels. We embrace an intersectional framework for defining diversity in its broadest sense, including differences in gender, gender identity, race, ethnicity, generational history, culture, socioeconomic class, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship status, political perspectives, geographic origin and physical ability. Seattle University strives to be a welcome, open and safe campus climate for all who learn, live and work at Seattle University. Seattle University’s Core Competencies Effective Team Collaboration: Works harmoniously with others towards a common goal, leveraging individual strengths to achieve shared objectives. Emotionally Intelligent Communication: Engages in a skillful exchange of information, thoughts, and feelings, verbally and non-verbally. Ethics and Integrity: Demonstrates an unwavering commitment to honesty, professionalism, and alignment with our Jesuit mission in all actions and decisions. Flexibility and Innovation: Embraces change, approaching problems with curiosity adaptability, and is committed to making a positive impact. Mindful Inclusion: Fosters mindful inclusion by consciously creating a workplace that celebrates differences, embraces cultural humility, and empowers uniqueness. Outcomes-Driven Orientation: Sets clear objectives, pursues excellence, and delivers measurable outcomes while upholding Jesuit Catholic values.

Position Description: Under the supervision of the Manager of Access Services, the Cornish Access Services Librarian, and the Lead Evening Technician, this position oversees library facilities and operations during weekend, morning, evening, and opening or closing shifts. Success in this patron-focused role requires strong organizational, communication, and attention-to-detail skills. The temporary staff member will staff the circulation desks at both libraries; lend materials, and help students use library collections and technology; perform Access Services functions of varying complexity; answer questions about Lemieux Library policies, procedures, services, and resources; and contribute to unit and library planning through meetings, training, workshops, and collaborative projects and initiatives. This role provides high-quality, user-centered service to students, faculty, staff, and community members. It advances the library’s commitment to https://www.seattleu.edu/strategic-directions/ and to affirming and supporting Seattle University’s Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) community through the https://www.seattleu.edu/office-of-diversity-and-inclusion/lift-su-our-action-plan/. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a record of actively advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace.

Essential Job Functions with Percentage of Work for Each Listed

• 90% – Access Services Departmental Duties
  • Works closely with both Manager, Access Services, the Lead Evening Technician, and the Cornish Access Services Librarian, to ensure consistent frontline service at Lemieux Library on Friday and Saturdays as well as up to one weekday at the Cornish Library.
  • Securely opens and closes both Lemieux and Cornish Libraries in line with library policies, procedures, and protocols.
  • Works regular Circulation Desk shifts at both libraries, performing simple to complex Access Services functions, and ensuring that institutional and consortial materials are processed correctly.
  • Answers informational, directional, and service questions, utilizing equipment, and online tracking tools.
  • Assists patrons in navigating the library website and locating library materials online and in the building.
  • Makes appropriate referrals to other library and campus services as needed.
  • Contributes to student employee evaluations and any additional re-training and feedback.
  • Provides basic technology assistance and equipment problem solving on Fridays and Saturdays.
• 10% - Building Support Duties
  • Primary