Access Services Evening Coordinator Academic Year position Part time

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Access Services Evening Coordinator (Academic Year position) Part time

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Department:

Library

Locations:

Worcester, MA

Posted:

Sep 27, 2022

Closes:

Open Until Filled

Type:

Part-time

Position ID:

153772

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About Assumption University:

Assumption University is a comprehensive, private Catholic liberal arts institution with 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students, sponsored by the Augustinians of the Assumption. We awaken in students a sense of wonder, discovery, and purpose, forming graduates known for their intellectual seriousness, thoughtful citizenship, and devotion to the common good. Our curricular and co-curricular programs provide students with an education that shapes their souls, forms them intellectually, and prepares them for meaningful careers. We are a diverse community that welcomes different points of view and embraces all who share our mission. Enlivened by the Catholic affirmation of the harmony of faith and reason and by the pursuit of the truth in the company of friends, an Assumption education transforms the minds and hearts of students.

An Equal Opportunity Employer. Assumption favors diversity, ecumenically welcomes all who share its goals, and strongly encourages people of color and others from underrepresented groups to apply.

The University is in Worcester, Massachusetts, New England's second largest city that combines the warmth of a small town with the convenience of a thriving city.

Job Description:

Basic Purpose

: Supports library services by assisting library users, supervising student employees, and providing technical services support while maintaining a positive public service environment in support of the mission of the University. This position is 25 hours per week, Sunday through Thursday evenings, during the academic year (summers off).

Accountabilities

Operations & Services :

* Provides services to students and other library patrons including circulating books, laptops, and reserve material, registering borrowers, and resolving patron issues.

* Assists students and other library patrons in locating and using library resources, including both those available in the physical collections and through the librar y's website. Assists users at the Research Help Desk when assigned.

* Assists users with library equipment including desktop computers, laptops, printers, print management system, scanners, microfilm reader, etc. and performs basic troubleshooting.

* Understands and is able to implement and explain library policies and procedures (e.g. handling overdue, renewals, etc .)

* Assists with interlibrary loan activities.

* Supervises routine collection maintenance activities.

* Responds to emergencies, equipment failures, and any other unusual situations, and acts to resolve problems.

* Collects statistics such as building use.

* Responsibilities include closing the library, ensuring that materials and equipment are properly stored, and that the building is secure. Student Supervision

* Assists with student hiring and scheduling.

* Supervises student assistants, including providing initial and ongoing training and assigning and monitoring work. Processes student payroll when needed.

* Models and encourages a strong public service approach to the work.

Additional Accountabilities

* Assists with library projects .

* Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

* Ability to work collaboratively while demonstrating initiative, resourcefulness, and commitment to providing excellent service;

* Associates degree or equivalent;

* Library experience preferred;

* Supervisory experience preferred;

* Experience with standard office applications, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook.

* Ability to learn new computer applications and equipment;

* Must be willing to contribute actively to the mission of the University as well as show respect for the Catholic and Assumptionist identity of Assumption University;

* Must be vaccinated and boostered for COVID-19.

Additional Information:

Scope:

* This is a 10-month, academic year position, August through May (summers off).

* The work schedule normally consists of 25 hours per week Sunday through Thursday, 7pm to midnight. Some holidays and additional coverage during exams may be required.

* Interacts on a regular basis with Assumption University students, faculty, and staff, as well as visitors to the Library.

* Operates computers and other equipment and uses a variety of computer applications.

* Supervises student assistants.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Sitting, standing, walking, and bending are required of this position. Use of a computer keyboard and computer screen for periods of time with close vision and the ability to adjust visual focus plus manual dexterity are required.

Mental Demands:

The mental demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Examples of mental demands include reading (documents), detailed work, confidentiality, language, math, reasoning, oral communications, written communications, customer contact, multiple concurrent tasks, constant interruptions, and performing calculations when necessary.

Application Instructions:

Please be sure to submit your cover letter addressing qualifications for this position along with your resume.

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Company info

Assumption College
Website : http://www.assumption.edu