Temp Library Assistant - Access, Outreach, and Collections Services

About FIU Florida International University is a Top 50, preeminent public research university with 55,000 students from all 50 states and more than 140 countries, as well as an alumni network of more than 340,000. Located in the global city of Miami, the university offers more than 200 degree programs at the undergraduate, graduate and professional levels, including medicine and law. FIU faculty are leaders in their fields and include National Academy members, Fulbright Scholars and MacArthur Genius Fellows. A Carnegie R1 institution, FIU drives impactful research in environmental resilience, health and technology and innovation. Home to the Wall of Wind and Institute of Environment, FIU stands at the forefront of discovery and innovation. With a focus on student success, economic mobility and community engagement, FIU is redefining what it means to be a public research university. Job Summary Assist in opening and closing of the library. Student will be asked to work schedules based on operating hours of FIU Law Library available at FIU has extended operating hours on nights and weekends. Shelve library materials. Shift books. Perform shelf reading. Search for missing books. Assists Ill, ICL and Document Delivery. Check library materials in and out using the Integrated library System (ALMA), answer directional questions, refer reference questions to reference librarians, monitor patrons to enforce library policies, and refer technology problems to the Law School IT dept. Check in library material arrivals and deliveries, including creating call number labels, stamping receiving dates, and unpacking shipments. Data entry to maintain accurate library cataloging information. Make photocopies. Replace cartridge and fill paper in library printers. Contact appropriate departments for facility issues or inoperative machines. Monitor and count library patrons in the library and maintain cleanliness of common seating areas. Answer circulation and law library related questions via phone and front desk services. Coordinate with Library Manager, Office Manager, and FIU Facilities to prepare Law library Assist Library Manager, Office Manager, and Assistant Dean of Information Services with administrative and executive projects and tasks. Refer technology problems to the Law School IT dept. Process materials using integrated library system as assigned and directed by law librarian or senior library specialists. Includes all aspects of processing from receiving, cataloging serials, processing new items. Inventory materials and create spreadsheets for management. Data entry to maintain accurate library cataloging information. Provide quality patron service and assistance to the greater FIU community, with special attention to the services provided to College of Law students, faculty, and staff Other assigned tasks related to students or faculty services, as needed. Job Category Temporary Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED. Completion of FIU Service Excellence training or completion within first 30 days Ability to maintain confidentiality when dealing with highly sensitive information. Ability to work in a team setting Work Schedule Student will be expected to work nights and weekends, with flexible hours. Advertised Salary $16/hour Pre-Employment Requirements Criminal Background Check Temporary Disclosure As a temporary employee, you will not be eligible to participate in all employee benefit programs (e.g., paid leave, retirement, or tuition reimbursement). Under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA), a temporary employee who works on average 30 hours or more per week may be eligible to enroll in health care benefits. As a temporary employee, you are also eligible to enroll in supplemental plans (e.g. dental, vision,) which requires full payment on your part. 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