Nova Southeastern University is hiring: Library Assistant/Circulation - 996136 i

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Primary Purpose

Provides circulation services to library users within the Alvin Sherman Library, Research & Information Technology Center.

Job Category

Non-Exempt

Hiring Range

$15.00

Pay Basis

Hourly

Subject to Grant Funding?

No

Essential Job Functions

1. Provides circulation services to library users and assistance in the use of online research tools, processes overdue materials and check-in/check-out of materials to ensure a positive customer experience.
2. Answers directional questions and refers patrons to appropriate personnel to ensure that the needs of library customers are met.
3. Participates in collection inventory projects and shelving to enhance the quality of service for the community.
4. Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Job Requirements

1. Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Ability and willingness to work weekend and evening hours and some holidays.
2. Excellent organizational and customer services skills.
3. Ability to work in a Microsoft Windows-based environment.
4. Ability to learn new software applications quickly and adaptability to changing technologies.
5. Ability to work in a culturally diverse environment.
6. Ability to work as a member of a team.
7. Ability to maintain confidentiality in all aspects of duties and responsibilities.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Ability to communicate effectively with others.
2. Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels.
3. May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties.
4. Must be able to lift and/or move books/carts that weigh at least 30 lbs.
5. May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies, including but not limited to pens, pencils and computer keyboards.

Required Certifications/Licensures

Required Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Major (if required)

Required Experience

High School Diploma, and one (1) year of related clerical or customer service experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Library experience preferred.

Is this a safety sensitive position?

No

Background Screening Required?

Yes

Pre-Employment Conditions

Sensitivity Disclaimer

Nova Southeastern University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary.

NSU considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status or any other legally protected status.