Document Access & Collection Assistant, The American University of Paris
Posted August 27, 2014
Document Access & Collection Assistant – Category AT-1
A pourvoir à partir de : 1 septembre 2014
The American University of Paris
AUP is itself a wildly successful experiment in international, interdisciplinary education. AUP brings together all the best elements of the American university model small, discussion-based classes; a collaborative relationship between students and faculty; a special emphasis on critical thinking and clear communication with the cultural, social, and professional opportunities of one of the world’s most cosmopolitan cities.
Ours is an academic culture of engagement, global citizenship, and community. Our mission and values reflect this as we seek to foster in students and faculty alike a critical sense of commitment to a world of interdependence.
AUP’s credentials are unimpeachable. We are accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Our faculty members hail from some of the finest universities in the world. And we engage in special academic partnerships with such prestigious institutions as Oxford University, the Université de Paris Sorbonne, and New York City’s New School.
Since our founding in 1962, we have provided a multilingual, multicultural learning environment. Renowned as a global center for innovative, interdisciplinary research, we educate global citizens who take their places as responsible actors in communities, civil societies, and countries around the world.
Description
ACQUISITIONS & COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT – under the supervision of the University Librarian & the Technical Services, Web and E-Resources Librarian
– Review book & film recommendations upon arrival
– Check availability of items in the AUP Library collection
– Conduct book and film searches using the assigned vendors’ tools
– Submit the requests to Acquisitions
– Assist with the weeding process according to instructions given
– Receive donations, check for duplicates in the collection, list accepted and rejected items, write thank you notes to donors
– Assist with inventory
– Gather faculty publications using the AUP website, faculty profiles, and campus news
SERVICE DESK SUPPORT – under the supervision of the Document Access Supervisor
– Staff the library Service Desk for an average of 20 hours/week
– Provide information, loan services and other library services
– Close and open the library according to procedures depending upon the schedule
– Monitor library facilities while at the Service Desk
– Handle access issues and other problems. Report them to supervisor
– Communicate necessary information to the library guard during extended hours
– Monitor the Student Grant Recipients (SGR) while at the Service Desk. When needed, help organize the SGRs’ tasks and verify their execution
MISCELLANEOUS
When needed provide support for all library areas
Other appropriate tasks as assigned by the supervisor
Niveau de qualification
Assistant
Profil
QUALIFICATIONS
• Bilingual English/ French
• Library training (French DUT or equivalent) and/or library experience preferred
• Previous work or research experience in a university library, North American preferred
• Ability to work independently
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Very good communication skills (written, e-mail and verbal)
• Previous experience with public services and user assistance preferred
• Intermediate level of computer literacy and technology
• Intermediate level of Office, Word and Excel
• Previous experience or ability to learn specialized library software
• Ability to handle detailed and repetitive tasks
Type de contrat
CDI
Référence de l’offre
AT-1
Contact
– See more at: http://www.adbs.fr/document-access-collection-assistant-category-at-1-141993.htm?RH=PROD_EMPLOIS#sthash.ehkJSAuo.dpuf