Library Assistant

Reporting to the University Librarian, the Library Assistant will participate in all aspects of circulation in the Oglethorpe University Library.  One evening (1:30-10 PM) a week and the occasional Saturday (12-5PM) is required.  This position is a great opportunity for library experience for a currently-enrolled MLIS student or someone interested in exploring the library field.

Priority will be given to completed applications received by Wednesday, July 23^rd.

Essential Duties               

1. Assist in all circulation and building operations.
2. Work the main desk, assisting patrons with circulation and other public service questions.
3. In collaboration with the Writing Center and Office of Student Success, hire, evaluate, and supervise student tutors.
4. Offer assistance in developing, implementing, evaluating, and streamlining library procedures.
5. Serve as the budget coordinator for the library.
6. Participate in Oglethorpe community events, programs, and committees.
7. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s degree required. Applicants in library or archives graduate school will be prioritized.
2. Customer service experience, preferably in a university or library setting.
3. Supervisory experience, preferably with college-aged students.
4. Experience working with and interacting with college-aged students.
5. Demonstrated ability to understand and solve complex issues.
6. Experience with a library ILS, especially OCLC World Share Management.
7. Some evening and weekend work is required.

Pay Rate

               $17.50 per hour, 40 hours a week with no opportunity for overtime.

About the Philip Weltner Library
The Philip Weltner Library serves as the academic heart of the University. Serving students, faculty and staff members, and alumni, the dedicated staff offer assistance in multiple formats over different platforms. Physically, the Library houses about 250,000 books with an additional 300,000 available electronically. In addition, over 300 databases provide access to hundreds of thousands of journals and scholarly sources. Also, the Library houses the University Archives and Special Collections. Often the Library partners with other campus departments for outreach services to patrons.