Department: Library
Position Summary: The Circulation Assistant is a full-time position that works with other circulation staff to make sure the Circulation department of the library is always manned, patrons receive the appropriate assistance, and Circulation runs smoothly.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for opening/closing of the Library as schedule requires
- Ensure that all library material is properly checked in and checked out
- Maintain a neat, orderly, and quiet atmosphere within the library
- Assist students in person, by phone, and email with library information and printing
- Direct students to the appropriate, qualified person for assistance
- Assist in training and scheduling workstudy staff, and insuring that workstudy staff are used to their fullest potential
- Cooperate with Circulation staff/ Financial Aid in overseeing workstudy staff
- Report maintenance and computer issues as needed
- Assist in processing daily mail, reserves, and honors projects
- Assist in the donated books process
- Assist in keeping equipment and facility reservations correct and up to date
- Conduct 5 to 10 minute physical library tours for students as scheduled
- Meet institutional expectations
- Other duties as assigned.
- Responsible to the Librarian on duty.
Opportunity for Advancement
Current library staff will be given consideration for available Librarian positions provided they are a good fit for the specific position and have attained the required MLIS or equivalent degree from an ALA accredited institution.
Physical Requirements
- Visual Abilities: Read written and electronic documents and use a computer system.
- Hearing: Hear well enough to communicate with co-workers and patrons in person and via telephone
- Dexterity: Grasping, feeling, handling library materials, writing, typing, and using the telephone, copier, and computer systems
- Mobility: Will need to operate office machines, move between library departments and work in the stacks frequently, occasionally using a step stool, and move between other buildings on campus occasionally
- Talking: Frequently convey detailed or important information about library services and resources accurately and in a manner that can be understood
- Lifting, Pulling, and Pushing: Exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and 20 pounds frequently, lift and/or move up to 20 pounds occasionally and 10 pounds frequently
- Cognitive/Emotional: Ability to critically think and concentrate, ability to remain calm when working with frustrated or anxious patrons, must be able to respond quickly to changes in conditions 75 to 100% of the time
Working Relationships
The Circulation Assistant position reports to the Dean of the Libraries and works under the supervision of the Librarian on duty. This position collaborates with other library staff and works with library patrons including faculty, staff, students, and the community.
Work Schedule
Hester Memorial Library hours of operation are Monday to Thursday 7:30 a.m. to midnight, Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., Saturday noon to 5 p.m., Sunday 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Hours may vary during holidays and when classes are not in session.
Primary work schedule 35.5-39 hours per week depending on need. Schedule includes 30 minute unpaid meal break. There is some flexibility within the schedule as long as there is coverage.
T 4pm to midnight (10 to 6 some Tuesdays as needed)
W 4pm to midnight
Th 10 to 5:30
F 7:15am to 4pm
Sat 11:45am to 5pm
This position requires working two nights per week closing. The scheduled night may vary depending on staffing needs. Every other Saturday rotation is a possibility.
Travel
No overnight travel, minimal day trips for professional developme
Qualifications- Associate’s degree or the equivalent with skills in office equipment and computer use
- Desire to provide outstanding service to library patrons
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to learn library management system, filing system and electronic resources
- Able to discern when and from whom to seek guidance
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, associates and the general public
- Support NGU’s mission statement and core values, commitment to a Christian lifestyle and character in keeping with biblical model
- Affirm an understanding of the Baptist Faith & Message 2000
- Affirm understanding of the University’s Statement on Human Flourishing
- Agree to abide by the employee handbooks, including community standards agreements
Skills Required
- Associate's degree or equivalent experience
- Skills using office equipment and computer systems
- Desire to provide outstanding service to library patrons
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to learn the library management system, filing system, and electronic resources
- Ability to discern when and from whom to seek guidance
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, coworkers, and the public
- Support for NGU's mission statement and core values
- Commitment to a Christian lifestyle and character consistent with the biblical model
- Understanding of the Baptist Faith & Message 2000
- Understanding of the University's Statement on Human Flourishing
- Agreement to abide by employee handbooks and community standards agreements
- Ability to work two evening closing shifts per week and potentially every other Saturday
- Ability to perform physical duties including moving through stacks, using a step stool, and lifting or moving library materials
What We Do
North Greenville University is a private, Christian, coeducational liberal arts institution in upstate South Carolina. It provides higher education through more than 125 online and on-campus degree programs, preparing students for service and leadership. Its mission is to glorify God by cultivating graduates equipped to serve as transformational leaders for church and society, and it is affiliated with the South Carolina Baptist Convention.
