Library Assistant, UMass Medical School, Worcester, MA
Posted May 22, 2015
Summary of Position:
Will work under the supervision of the Circulation Supervisor to staff the Library, interact with library users to check out/check in materials according to library policies and procedures and to provide basic informational services in the absence of reference staffing.
Major Responsibilities:
- Check out/check in books, reserves, and audio-visual materials to approved borrowers. Use online circulation system and WorldCat Local.
- Interview and verify borrow eligibility using a matrix of borrower categories and lists of eligible borrowers. Receive and process applications.
- Interpret library policies and procedures to library users.
- Interpret holdings and location information for users.
- Provide total library security in absence of other library staff. Interface with Campus Security at library closing.
- Answer phones.
- Sort and shelve materials and shelf read, as necessary.
- Assist with processing and labeling of materials for shelf-readiness.
- Accurately enter detail into library and university systems.
- Perform other duties, as requested.
Position Requirements:
- Associates degree preferred.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Demonstrated ability to take direction and work cooperatively
- Excellent verbal and written communications skills
- Strong commitment to innovative and responsive public service
- Excellent attention to detail and ability for sorting, shelving, and filing of materials
- Ability to work varied schedules
Additional Information:
13 hours per week:
Monday: 11:00AM-3:00PM
Thursday: 9:00AM – 1:00PM
Friday: 11:00AM – 4:00pm
To Apply:
https://careers-umms.icims.com/jobs/21655/library-assistant-per-diem/job