Working Title: |
Circulation/Reserve Assistant – 2 positions available (see work schedules below) |
Role Title: |
Administrative & Office Specialist II |
Posting Number: |
SW0150496 |
Position Summary: |
Coordinates activities at Newman Library’s Circulation/Reserve Unit during assigned hours to ensure that library patrons receive prompt & courteous service; make decisions following circulation and reserve policies and procedures; retrieves books from return bins; searches for library materials. Performs database functions on item screens and patron accounts in an integrated library system to include: processing claimed returned materials, processing overdue items and current hold lists, processing Book Runner requests. Works with security guards as they monitor the library during late shift operating hours; looking for safety violations and maintenance issues reporting problems to the appropriate areas. Contribute to and assist with the development of the Libraries’ Learning Environments Program. |
Required Qualifications: |
- Experience working in a public service capacity in a library environment. - Experience in Windows-based computer environment and data entry. - Library experience working at a circulation desk interpreting and explaining library policies to university members and the general public. - Ability to work without supervision and independently make decisions during shifts. - Must be able to prioritize and organize work tasks, with attention to detail. - Strong communication skills. - Ability to independently, frequently and safely move and handle books weighing 2 to 8 pounds and to perform frequent manual circulation of these materials. -Ability to secure, or access doors and offices at all levels of the building. |
Preferred Qualifications: |
- Experience working with integrated library system. - Knowledge of research library environment. |
Employment Conditions: |
Work Schedule: Two positions available - First position work schedule is Sunday – Thursday from 10:30pm – 6:00am Second position work schedule is Sunday – Thursday from 11:00pm- 7:30am -These positions have a set work schedule and these hours are not flexible and include working during school breaks and summer. -These positions are considered necessary to the safety and vital operations of University libraries and is identified as emergency personnel. Emergency personnel are required to report to work during periods of authorized closings, which may include weekends, holidays and during inclement weather. -Must have a background check. |
How to Apply for this Job: |
Interested applicants should complete an online application at www.jobs.vt.edu, posting #SW0150496. Review of applications will begin on August 18, 2015. |
Employee Category: |
Hourly Wage Staff, limited to 1500 hrs/year |
Appointment Type: |
Temp, non-salaried wage |
Percent Employment: |
Part-time |
Pay Range: |
$11/hour |
Department: |
Library |
Work Location: |
Blacksburg |
Posting Date: |
08/05/2015 |
Job Review Date: |
08/18/2015 |
Quick Link: |
Let me know if you have any questions.
Cathy C. Pillow
Human Resources Manager
University Libraries
231-4407