Library Assistant I - Peak Hours, Part-Time Job at Harper College in Palatine

Overview

This peak-time position (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) is responsible for providing public service within the Circulation Department.

Responsibilities

• Provide public service within the Circulation Department.
• Open and/or close procedures and daily operations of the library.
• Assist users with locating, requesting, and processing materials from other institutions.
• Check materials and technology in and out.
• Support the Semester Loan Technology Program by assisting with the physical organization and functioning of devices.
• Collaborate with other departments as needed.
• Create, schedule, and maintain study room appointments and study room space.
• Assist with updating the library website and creating content for social media.
• Register and update user accounts.
• Circulate all library materials and collect fines and fees.
• Receive, process, and help maintain Reserves materials.
• Provide information to patrons in person, online, and by telephone, and make necessary referrals; assist patrons as needed.
• Help maintain library space and collection.
• Inspect damaged materials and refer them to repair or replacement.
• Troubleshoot and provide assistance that supports daily functioning of the library (copiers, printers, DVD players, computers, print stations, scanning stations, etc.).
• Support library programming, marketing and outreach initiatives.
• Assist in directing the day-to-day activities of student aides.
• Process materials borrowed and lent through Interlibrary Loan.
• Anticipate future needs of students.
• Keep informed of initiatives concerning accessibility.
• Participate in campus initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: LTA Certificate or Associate's degree required.
• Experience: One year library circulation experience preferred and customer service experience required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word & PowerPoint required.