Temporary Staff Position, Fine Arts Library, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA

Posted September 21, 2021

Description:

Access Services actively supports mission of the Harvard Library by delivering a high standard of service; cultivating a welcoming environment that is supportive to academic research and inquiry; stewarding the university collection; and connecting the academic community to the vast array of library resources. We support the teaching and scholarly mission of the University through collaborative partnerships with the community of students, scholars, and professionals at Harvard and beyond.

We are hiring a temporary staff position in the Fine Arts Library who will report to the Access Services Librarian, Access Services (AS), Harvard Library.

Scheduling:

Schedule hours will be 9:00am – 5:00pm, Tuesday through Friday; and 12:00 – 5:00pm, Saturday- 35 hours per week

Duties and Responsibilities:

Opening/closing the library
Supervising student workers
General circulation and collections activity
Monitoring space usage, special projects
Please note: This is a temporary position and will not exceed 90 days.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions or any other characteristic protected by law.

Basic Qualifications:

Describe the objective, relevant skills and experience requirements a candidate must have to be considered for the position. Candidates that do not meet these criteria will not be forwarded to the hiring manger.

High school diploma or equivalent work experience required
Ability to successfully deliver excellent customer service and prioritize service needs in a busy, dynamic public service environment required
Facility with standard office software (Microsoft Word and Excel, email, calendaring applications, etc.) required
Excellent oral and written communication skills required
Full/Part Time

Part Time

Salary:

$15.00 / hour

How to apply:

To apply, send cover letter and resume to [email protected].