Description:
 

Job Description Summary:
 

This position provides staff coverage of the library’s circulation and service desk in the evenings and on weekends. The incumbent will work as a team member to provide excellent, proactive customer service.

Duties and Responsibilities:

                                                                                                                     

Customer Service  (90%)                                                                      

• *Use the library automated systems to charge out library materials, process patron records, determine materials status, locate resources within the system, arrange for transfers of library materials, place holds, register new patrons, and perform additional procedures as needed
• *Provide routine reference and referral services in the absence of a reference librarian
• *Assist patrons in using the library catalog, electronic journals and databases, and equipment
• *Maintain photocopy machines with supplies of paper and toner, and assist patrons with equipment malfunctions

                                                                                                                       

Other Duties (10%)                                                                                                  

• Maintain a neat, functional and safe library environment
• Survey the library public areas at the end of each work shift and report any anomalies or unusual occurrences to the full-time library staff
• May assist in other areas of library operations as required

Skills and Abilities:

• Familiarity with library policies and procedures
• Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public
• Must have excellent communication skills and ability to work with diverse groups of people
• Good problem solving skills
• Effective troubleshooting with computers, copiers and printers
• Excellent literacy skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a multicultural, multidisciplinary team

• Ability to lift 25 lbs., carry, push, pull, climb, bend, kneel, stoop                           

​Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or general education (GED)
• Library experience and/or training, preferably community college level or higher

Employee Status:

Fixed Term (Fixed Term)

Exemption Status:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Time Type:

Part time

Job Shift:

Pay Range:

$23.21 to $28.00

Samuel Merritt University currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not limited to qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant skills.