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Posted 30 July 2010

Access Services Library Assistant
Marylhurst University

Deadline: 16 August

Job Title:  Access Services Library Assistant
Employer:  Marylhurst University
Deadline:  August 16, 2010 @ 5 pm
Link to website: http://marylhurst.edu/humanresources/accessserviceslibraryassistant2010.php
Description:
*JOB TITLE*:                          Access Services Library Assistant
*DEPARTMENT**: *                 Library
*REPORTS TO**:                     *Access Services Manager*       *
*CLASSIFICATION**:*           Full-Time, Non-Exempt
*PURPOSE OF POSITION**:  *Supports the afternoon and evening operations in Access Services including day to day coverage and operations of the Circulation Desk, enforcing library circulation and reserve policies, working with patrons and helping them use and locate library materials, preparing incoming and outgoing consortium borrowing materials, performing
all aspects of interlibrary loan processes, overseeing student workers, ordering supplies, keeping signage and communications current.

*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS**:*
1.        Circulation Desk Duties: communicate with patrons, enforce library circulation policies, staff the circulation desk, provide evening support to patrons, serve as ranking library staff member for evening and Sunday shift, collaborate with the Access Services Manager on circulation procedure and policy, assist in maintaining patron records, process cash and credit card transactions, manage study carrel assignments.
2.        Oversee and direct student workers at circulation; train students in areas of Access Services including Summit and ILL.
3.        Manage hold shelf, general stacks maintenance and stack signage in coordination with the Access Services Manager.
4.        Prepare outgoing materials for Summit borrowing, receive incoming Summit items, run periodic reconciliation reports, communicate and trouble shoot issues with Summit libraries when necessary.
5.        Search, order, receive, and process interlibrary loan materials via OCLC; send and transmit documents via Ariel, fax or USPS; track usage and copyright using OCLC software.
6.        Order and distribute supplies; create and track purchase orders, maintain library supply closet including toner for copiers, copier maintenance and troubleshooting.
7.        Maintain neat and clutter-free environment for the entire building.

*REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES**:*
1.        Bachelor's or Associate's degree preferred.
2.        Experience working in a library preferred; experience in circulation a plus.
3.        Knowledge of circulation functions of integrated library systems, preferably Innovative Interfaces, Inc.
4.        Must be highly organized, able to problem solve, provide excellent customer service, and thrive in an environment of change.
5.        Ability to work independently within the framework of a team environment.
6.        Excellent PC skills; ability to learn new software and keep current with new technologies.
7.        Attention to detail required.
8.        Ability to lift up to 30 lbs., tolerate dust, push and pull fully loaded carts, bend, squat, reach, and use step stools.

*POSITION HOURS**:  *Sunday 10am - 7pm; Monday-Thursday 1pm - 10pm.
*BENEFITS**:   *University-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for the employee.  Two weeks paid vacation; paid sick leave and holidays; tuition waiver program, life and disability insurance; and generous retirement plan.
* * *TO APPLY*:   Send a cover letter and résumé to Human Resources by 5:00 p.m., August 16, 2010.