Weekend Library Desk Assistant (Part-Time)

Iona University; New Rochelle (NY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

Iona University is seeking a Part-time Library Assistant at the New Rochelle campus. The role serves as the front desk attendant during weekend hours, handling patron inquiries, basic library transactions, and building oversight.

Responsibilities include assisting users, opening/closing the library on weekends, and training student workers. The schedule may vary with the academic calendar and staffing needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma.
• Experience providing excellent customer service in a public-facing setting.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide front desk patron services to students, faculty, and guests.
• Respond to inquiries and support library services by phone and walk-in.
• Open/close library during weekends/evenings.
• Manage library transactions using OCLC WMS.
• Assist training and scheduling of student workers.
• Assist in collection management and circulation of library materials.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Time management

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's degree or coursework

Tools

OCLC WMS Library system

Job description

Iona University is seeking a Part-time Library Assistant at the New Rochelle campus. The role serves as the front desk attendant during weekend hours, handling patron inquiries, basic library transactions, and building oversight.

Responsibilities include assisting users, opening/closing the library on weekends, and training student workers. The schedule may vary with the academic calendar and staffing needs.