Student Library Assistant

Position Description

We regularly seek student employees to staff the library information desk on each campus. We have a team-oriented atmosphere and flexible hours to accommodate the schedules of full-time students. All student staff positions are half-time, or a maximum of 20 hours per week, during the semester.

Duties & Responsibilities

Checking in and out of library materials
Helping library visitors locate materials
Maintain and assist with printers, photocopiers, scanner, fax and microform reader/printer
Re-shelving library materials and maintaining the library book stacks
Knowledge of all library collections and their circulation policies
Familiarity with library staff and their responsibilities
Enforce library policies and refer issues to professional library staff as necessary
Follow all practices outlined in the UNE Employee Confidentiality Agreement
Maintain a neat, orderly, attentive appearance at the information desk
Assist in maintaining a quiet atmosphere within designated silent study areas
Working shifts as assigned or arranging for a substitute
Other duties and special projects as assigned

Skills

Applicants must be mature and able to work independently and with minimal supervision. Punctuality and dependability are a must.

Additional qualifications include:

A positive attitude
Excellent customer service skills
Attention to detail
Strong communication skills
Manual dexterity
Computer literacy
Ability to read and understand bibliographic records, citations, and library call numbers
Ability to stand, push a book truck, and reach high or low shelves
Ability to lift 25 pounds
Ability to work independently and under pressure in a busy customer service environment

Coverage Needed

Weekday early mornings
Weekday morning & afternoon
Weekday evening & late nights
Weekends

How to Apply

Complete our application form and apply through Handshake, UNE’s job and internship posting system. Create an account using your UNE login and password.

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