Library Assistant/Circulation - 996140

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Primary Purpose:

Provides circulation services to library users within the Alvin Sherman Library, Research & Information Technology Center.

Job Category: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range:  $15.00/hour

Pay Basis:  Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding? No  

Essential Job Functions: 

1. Provides circulation services to library users and assistance in the use of online research tools, process of overdue materials and check-in and check-out of materials to ensure a positive customer experience.

2. Answers directional questions and refers patrons to appropriate personnel to ensure that the needs of library customers are met.

3. Participates in collection inventory projects and shelving to enhance the quality of service for the community.

4. Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements: 

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: 1. Ability and willingness to work weekend and evening hours and some holidays.

2. Excellent organizational and customer services skills.

3. Ability to work in a Microsoft Windows-based environment.

4. Ability to learn new software applications quickly and adaptability to changing technologies.

5. Ability to work in a culturally diverse environment.

6. Ability to work as a member of a team.

7. Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of duties and responsibilities.

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions:

1. Ability to communicate effectively with others;

2. Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels;

3. May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties;

4. Must be able to lift and/or move books/carts that weigh at least 30lbs;

5. May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, to include but not limited to pens, pencils and computer keyboards.

Required Certifications/Licensures: 

Required Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent

Major (if required: 

Required Experience: High School Diploma, and one (1) year of related clerical or customer service experience.

Preferred Qualifications: 

Library experience preferred.

Is this a safety sensitive position? No  

Background Screening Required?  Yes  

Pre-Employment Conditions: 

Sensitivity Disclaimer: Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.