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Job Summary
Responsibilities
Performs all circulation desk responsibilities as needed including auditing storing, scans, picks, and withdrawal of items.
Processes items through the Automated Storage and Retrieval System (ASRS), completing basic troubleshooting of mechanical and software issues when they arise.
Enforces policies for maintaining a scholarly environment in the Grand Reading Room.
Prepares and fulfills scan & deliver and ILL scanning requests. Helps facilitate and troubleshoot public use scanning equipment for patrons and student workers.
Attends to patrons with special problems or complaints; attempts to resolve these problems as appropriate or refers patrons’ concerns to the Head of Mansueto Circulation.
Trains, supervises, and assists with scheduling for student counter attendants (approximately 20 part-time student employees). Distributes work to and monitors work done by student counter attendants. Coaches and directs student counter attendants in maintaining Mansueto policies, procedures, and standards of service.
Provides supervisory coverage for Regenstein Circulation on an as needed basis due to staffing absences/vacancies.
Answers inquiries concerning overdue books, recalls, reserve problems, and fines in person, over the phone, and via online ticketing.
Opens or closes the building. Handles general inquires relating to building and security while on duty. Provides initial response to emergencies.
Responsible for answering patron questions related to Access Services and serves as a resources for other questions related to other Library services.
Distributes work to and monitors the work done by student counter attendants; troubleshoots equipment as needed.
Performs other related work as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).---
Work Experience:
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Certifications:
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Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor’s Degree.
Experience:
Work experience in a library or equivalent environment.
Preferred Competencies
Previous experience directing or supervising the work of others .
Significant customer service experience.
Experience with MS Office, email, and internet work applications.
Ability to both give and receive direction, to work independently and cooperatively as part of a diverse team.
Ability to serve patrons and enforce library policies with clarity, consistency, patience, and tact.
Ability to effectively manage staff and projects in accordance with departmental priorities.
Ability to identify, respond to, and refer problems while exercising discretion and sound judgment.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in oral and written English .
Willingness to operate and troubleshoot heavy machinery.
Working Conditions
Ability to work late evening and weekend hours, occasionally flexing work schedule during changes in Library hours and during staff shortages and absences.
Ability to carry or lift loads of up to 50 pounds and push/pull loaded book trucks.
Ability to shelve and retrieve materials at varying heights.
Ability to hear, including making fine discriminations in sound.
Ability to see, including color, depth perception, or clarity; must be able to visually focus on print and electronic material for long periods.
Ability to sit and use a computer for 4 hours or more. Ability to stand for up to 4 hours .
Ability to make repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements.
Ability to work independently during evenings/weekends as the sole supervisor in a large academic library.
Application Documents
Resume (required)
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of the application.
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Role Impact
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Benefits Eligible
Drug Test Required
Health Screen Required
Motor Vehicle Record Inquiry Required
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