Library Assistant (Part-Time), Technical Services: Westfield State University,
Posted February 1, 2023
Description:
The Part-Time Technical Services Library Assistant assists with acquisition, cataloging and technical processing of print and digital library materials and monitors and coordinates acquisition of Technical Services supplies. This work includes placing orders in multiple online systems and communicating with library staff regarding status of orders. The Part-Time Library Assistant participates in print and electronic collection management projects, including holdings maintenance, weeding, collection report creation and retrieval, binding preparation, basic repair, and physical stacks management projects as assigned.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Ability to work diligently and independently without direct supervision
- Ability to learn unfamiliar online systems and follow written workflows and operating procedures for those systems
- Attention to detail and ability to work on multiple ongoing projects with a high degree of accuracy
- Ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively in a team environment
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and push/pull carts full of books.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A bachelor’s degree or coursework in library science strongly preferred.
- Familiarity with MARC standards or experience copy cataloging
- Familiarity with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or a similar spreadsheet application
- Experience with automated library systems
- Experience managing or monitoring budgets
How to Apply:
An on-line application is required. The successful candidate must submit an official transcript at the time of hire. Please use the following link to view the full job description and application instructions: https://westfield.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=158530