Graduate Assistant – Carmichael Library Position Available In Shelby, Alabama

Graduate Assistant – Carmichael Library
Position Information Posting Number Job Title Graduate Assistant – Carmichael Library
Department Carmichael Library
Rate of Pay $13.00
FLSA Non-Exempt
Estimated Number of Hours Per Week 20
Employment Status Part Time Temporary
Student Appointment Type Graduate Assistant
General Description The purpose of this position is to manage the evening operation of the library to include supervision of student assistants and to ensure proper closing procedures.

Summer schedule:

Sunday – Thursday 3 PM to 7 PM
Fall and Spring Semester schedule: Sunday – Thursday 8 PM to midnight Essential Job Duties 1. Assist patrons at the Circulation Desk in checking Library materials in and out; register new borrowers according to library policies; advise patrons of library and circulation polices; and provide requested reserve materials.
2. Serve as Building Supervisor and perform regular rounds of the library to monitor the safety and security of patrons, library collections, and the building. Report any problems that arise to the Director and secure the building at closing time.
3. Collect fines and ensure appropriate cash handling and security procedures are followed.
4. Supervise student assistants assigned to evening hours.
5. Assist patrons in the use of the online catalog, computers, printers, scanners, audio-visual equipment, and photocopy machines; report malfunctions of equipment.
6. Keep statistics on library use during evening hours.
7. Assist library faculty with technical services, including managing serials acquisitions, check-in, claiming, and statistics; processing materials for discard; removing records for discarded books in Koha and OCLC; and assisting with inventory of collections.
8. Participate in Library-wide projects and events.
9. Maintain regular communication with the Director, Circulation Manager, and library faculty and perform other duties as assigned. Education and Experience Bachelor’s Degree Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Possess superior interpersonal and customer service skills
• Must be detail oriented
• Ability to recognize and protect confidential information
• Be punctual and dependable
• Possess basic technical skills Preferred Major Licenses, Certification or Registrations None Number of Vacancies Desired Start Date Open Date 05/19/2025
  Close Date Open Until Filled Yes
  Additional Statement The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status.

Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants. EEO Statement UM is an Equal Employment Opportunity Institution