Library Assistant

Library AssistantThe Library Assistant provides administrative support to the associates of the Traurig Library at Post University.Location: Post University Main Campus - LibrarySupervisor: Tracy Ralston, Library DirectorRate of Pay: Minimum WageEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe primary responsibility of the Library Assistant is to assist with the daily operations of the Post University Library which includes, but is not limited to:Covering night shifts when neededMail check-in and shelving when neededCirculation – check in/out/renew books and visual materials for patrons – check for overdue booksShelve returned books/magazines (upper and lower level)OPAC – assign library cards, assist patrons how to use the online catalogCustomer service – answer phonesCheck in/shelve government documentsShow patrons how to use online databasesInterlibrary loan assistanceAssist with items that faculty/staff put on reserveDiscard old newspapersCopiers – make changes for patrons, troubleshootingPrinter troubleshootingVideos and DVDs – help patrons with video/DVD location in the upper libraryShelf-read books/videos/DVDs/CDs to make sure they are in shelf orderLaw Collection – direct patrons to law collection, help find law documentsReady reference and directional questions assistanceSpecial projects when needed by Library staff, ex.: inventory of the collectionThis position requires approximately 10 - 20 hours per week.Minimum Skills, Training, and AttributesMust be a current student at Post UniversityMS Office experience a plus.Clerical experience (Filing, Alphabetizing)Candidate will pay attention to detailJob experience preferable, especially working with the public and answering phonesHow This Position Will Benefit You as a StudentThe job duties hone the students’ interpersonal skills, garner computer/data entry capabilities, management expertise, and critical thinking abilities. Special projects vary, but all duties are detail-oriented, and teach the student organizational and time management skills. Duties are varied and extensive, covering all departments of the library including reference assistance to other students, offering cataloging and processing assistance to the library staff, and covering night shifts.This opportunity is open to Post University students only.