Law Library Circulation Assistant

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: Chapman, NEBRASKA
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Posting Details
Position Information


Position Title Law Library Circulation Assistant
Position Type Regular
Job Number SA9052122
Full or Part Time Full-Time 40 Hours Weekly
Fair Labor Standard Act Classification Non-Exempt
Anticipated Pay Range $20.00 - $23.00
Pay Range Information
Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position. This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Position Summary Information


Job Description Summary
Reporting to the Circulation Librarian, the Circulation Assistant helps manage and carry out Circulation functions in the Hugh and Hazel Darling Law Library including patron services, interlibrary loan (ILL), reserves, and stacks maintenance, primarily on evenings and weekends. The position requires a strong commitment to service and problem-solving skills.
The Circulation Assistant helps to ensure consistently high service to the Law Library users by participating in hiring, training, scheduling, supervising, and evaluating student employees; working with other Law School and University departments on issues relating to library access, security, and facilities; helping maintain the Circulation module of the Integrated Library System (ILS); and assisting with developing and administering Circulation policies.
Responsibilities
Circulation Department services and functions
  • Close or open the library; assist library users at the Circulation Desk.
  • Supervise student employees primarily on evenings and weekends; assist with hiring, training, scheduling, and evaluating student employees. Assist in developing and enforcing Circulation policies and procedures.
  • Use and assist in the administration of the circulation module of the ILS.
  • Use and assist in the administration of the Law Library’s study room reservation system.
  • Communicate with Law Library, Law School, and University departments regarding library access, security, facilities, and student employment.
  • Assist in maintaining the reserve collection.

Services for Law Students & Faculty
  • Respond to faculty requests, including locating and delivering library material and maintaining faculty course reserves and sample exams; communicate regarding the status of requests.
  • Fill ILL requests, both borrowing and lending; keep ILL statistics; communicate with patrons and other libraries regarding the status of ILL requests.
  • Assist patrons with locating resources using the online public access catalog.
  • Assist patrons with library equipment including photocopiers, scanner, wireless printers and microform machines.
  • Collaborate with other library staff to maintain an environment conducive to study and research for our primary patrons.
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience.
  • Experience in a library public services department (preferably academic)
  • Knowledge of library circulation policies and procedures
  • Experience with an ILS (preferably Innovative Interfaces)
  • Strong service orientation and problem solving skills.
  • Demonstrated supervisory and management experience and skills.
  • Ability to exercise independent judgment to conceptualize, communicate, and coordinate complex activities and projects.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to work with diverse groups at all organizational levels, both inside and outside the University.
  • Commitment to expanding, improving, and promoting library services.
  • Demonstrated writing skills to produce clear, concise, accurate documentation.
  • Ability to independently prioritize tasks when faced with interruptions and fluctuating workload.
  • Ability to use tact and diplomacy and maintain a high level of confidentiality.
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience with OCLC.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.
The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. More information on diversity and inclusion at Chapman University can be found at www.chapman.edu/diversity.
Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work visas.
The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.
Minimum Number of References 3
Maximum Number of References 5