Senior Library Assistant (35691) Job at Indiana Staffing in Fort Wayne

Senior Library Assistant

Join Purdue University Fort Wayne: We are currently seeking a full-time on-site Senior Library Assistant in our Library. This position blends hands-on work with digital archives with frontline service to students, faculty, and community members. The pay for this position is $17/hr.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Upload and maintain digital assets (images, documents, etc.)
• Create and correct metadata and transcriptions
• Ensure quality digitization
• Troubleshoot issues in digital systems
• Assist patrons with circulation and reference services; answer basic to mid-level research questions
• Instruct users in effective search strategies and use of library databases
• Provide training and support for patrons using library equipment (computers, printers, microform readers, etc.) and specialized technology in the library
• Troubleshoot and report technology issues to library IT
• Train and schedule student employees; review their work for accuracy and quality; provide direction during shifts, including evenings and weekends
• Deliver courteous, professional assistance in person, online, and by phone
• Communicate library policies clearly; handle patron concerns and referrals to other departments
• Work with librarians, library IT, and other library staff on cross-departmental projects; contribute to special projects and initiatives that advance library services
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• College course work
• Experience will be accepted in lieu of education
• 2 years experience required in computer skills, high level of customer service, and interpersonal and organizational skills
• Internet searching, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Photoshop abilities
• Active listening and effective written and oral communication skills, including communicating technical information to non-technical people
• Ability to interpret information, analyze, and solve problems
• Ability to be meticulous when needed
• Utilize time management skills to meet project deadlines