Library Assistant Position Available In Bulloch, Georgia

Library Assistant Job

ID285145

Location
Statesboro, Georgia
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular About Us Join Our Team at Georgia Southern! Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds! Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America’s Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world. To learn more about Georgia Southern’s Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/ Location Statesboro Campus – Statesboro, GA Department Information Library General Operations Job Summary Access Services Department is responsible for the general operation and management of the Zach S. Henderson Library facility. This includes maintenance of collections, maintaining the security of the building including opening and closing, management of library furniture, maintaining the checkout desk, and any other needs of the Access Services Department. This department is the first point of contact for patrons. The Access Services Library Assistant is responsible for ensuring the adherence to the mission and strategic plan of the GS Libraries and the Access Services department’s role in support of the mission and strategic plan. Access Services Library Assistants provides circulation services to users. Work schedule based on the needs of the department. Responsibilities
Deliver efficient circulation services to patrons at the Circulation/ Welcome Desk
Maintain library collections including but not limited to main stacks, Governor’s Honors Collection, AV & Equipment, ARC, Popular Reading, and GS Authors Lounge; load and unload material in ARC and audit ARC bins, inventory library collection
Maintain security of the Henderson Library including opening and closing and following all emergency procedures
Maintain library furniture including organization and surplus
Maintain library library by shelf-reading, vacuuming, and dusting main stacks, ARC, and Welcome Desk
Participate in library committees, attend workshops, webinars, and other learning opportunities
In coordination with the Department Head and other Access Services Supervisors, Maintain and update Access Services workflows
Maintain library records including working with the Library Management System, and other management systems; complete statistical and other reports
Work with library staff to develop a team-oriented work environment by working on all projects for Access Services
Required Qualifications Educational Requirements High School Diploma or equivalent Required Experience One (1) or more years of related work experience
Proposed Salary $17.60 per hour This is a non-exempt position paid on a biweekly basis Required Documents to Attach
Resume
Cover Letter
Two (2) Professional References
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
Ability to maintain confidentiality and secure sensitive information

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University’s mission for student success SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills