Library Circulation Assistant Job at Chaminade University of Honolulu in Honolul

Overview

Library Circulation Assistant at Chaminade University of Honolulu.

Position Information

• Title: Library Circulation Assistant
• Division: Library
• Department: Library
• Employment type: Part-time
• Exemption status: Non Exempt

Responsibilities

• Circulation Services: Provides circulation services for the entire collection.
• Copy cataloging: Downloads bibliographic records from OCLC or other sources and makes them available for use in the integrated library system.
• Bibliographic record creation: Creates, maintains and converts bibliographic and other library records for use in circulation and serials.
• Stack supervision: Monitors condition of library stacks, equipment and supplies as necessary.
• Computer and equipment maintenance: Troubleshoots equipment problems and hardware/software issues of computers; performs basic maintenance.
• Ready reference: Provides ready reference to patrons; refers more complex questions to librarians.
• Cashiering: Collects and reconciles library fines and fees.
• Supervision: Trains and supervises student workers.

Secondary Functions

• Performs basic office duties such as filing, word processing, and answering phones.
• Documents procedures and guidelines based on practices and policies.
• Maintains and reports statistical information on circulation.
• Adheres to safety and health regulations and university policies as applicable.

Education and Experience

Minimum

• High school diploma
• Experience in a library performing library support activities in public service, circulation, stacks and building maintenance

Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree or higher preferred

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact with individuals at all levels of the university.
• Knowledge of the interrelatedness of library operations and supervision principles.
• Mastery of an integrated library system for circulation functions.
• Proficiency with computers and basic office equipment; familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Organized with meticulous attention to detail; strong project management and ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines.
• High integrity and ethical standards; strong public service commitment.

Physical Requirements

Duties involve light work in an office and community setting with intermittent sitting, standing, climbing stairs, and walking inclines. Must be able to lift 20 pounds, have good motor skills, and excellent finger dexterity. Must be able to communicate information clearly.

Other Requirements

• This is a part-time, non-exempt position. Twenty-five hours per week (Monday-Sunday) will be the general rule. Additional hours or schedule changes may be required. Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends and have a varying schedule when required.
• Performs similar, comparable or related duties as required.
• Observes safety and health regulations and follows university policies. Reports unsafe acts/conditions and injuries promptly.
• Adheres to all University policies (resources: https://chaminade.edu/compliance/resources/ or on the employee Share Portal).
• Marianist Identity/Native Hawaiian & Pacific Island Serving: Willingness to respect and support the Catholic and Marianist identity of the University and understand its service to Native Hawaiian and Pacific Island ancestry communities.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Job function

• Education and Training

Industries

• Higher Education

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