Temporary Access Services Assistant, Harvard University / Harvard Library, Cambridge, MA

Posted August 9, 2019

Temporary daytime assistant needed for the Fine Arts Library for 60-90 days. Responsible for opening/closing the library, supervising student workers, general circulation, monitoring space usage, and special projects.

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, 9AM to 5PM. Slight flexibility to hours may be possible, but this needs to be a daytime role.

Qualifications:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong public service orientation, with previous library or related customer service experience preferred
• Computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite (especially Word and Excel) as well as collaborative tools (e.g. Google Suite, Microsoft Teams, etc.)
• Supervisory experience
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make sound decisions; follow through to completion
• Sensitivity to working in a diverse user environment
• Ability to perform repetitive work tasks with overall accuracy, effectiveness, and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and identify potentially more effective methods of work operation

Full/Part Time: Full Time

How to Apply: To apply, send your cover letter and resume to Spruill Harder, [email protected]