Library Circulation Assistant (2 Positions)
- Employer
- Prairie State College
- Location
- Chicago Heights, IL
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- Administrative Jobs
- Academic Affairs, Librarians & Library Services
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Community College
Job Details
H0334P
Classification:Hourly
Position Title:Library Circulation Assistant (2 Positions)
Status of Position:Hourly - Year Round
FLSA:Non Exempt
Position Summary:Circulates library materials and provides general library services to library users.
Reporting Relationship:Direct reporting relationship to the Library Technology Manager/Head of Access Services.
Essential Responsibilities:1. Circulates materials and equipment from the library.
2. Retrieves materials from behind the library circulation desk (magazines, A/V materials, reserves) for library users.
3. Creates and edits PSC patron records in the automated circulation system.
4. Assists students with using the online catalog and locating materials within the library.
5. Collects monies from library users including, but not limited to, service fees, overdue fines and replacement costs for library materials.
6. Assists with the operation of the public copy machines and ensures the copy machines and library printers are operational.
7. Shelves materials, reads assigned shelves daily and completes shelf reading forms.
8. Maintains library organization and cleanliness; gathers materials for counting in house use.
9. Schedules and provides access to student study rooms.
10. Tracks daily patron count throughout the day.
11. Enforces library policies and procedures; contacts security to assist with maintaining an academic atmosphere as necessary.
12. Assists in the computer lab with basic tech questions (e.g. printing, e-mail, WebAdvisor, D2L).
13. Performs other duties and special projects as assigned consistent with the role of this position.
1. High School Diploma and 2 years customer service work experience.
2. Must pass a Library of Congress shelving test as determined by the Library Services Manager to be eligible for employment.
3. Ability to use the automated circulation system, online catalog and other computer based applications.
4. Demonstrated oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
1. Associate’s Degree.
2. Work experience in a school or community college setting.
3. Work experience in an academic or public library.
4. Experience with the Microsoft Office Suite of computer programs.
Monday thru Friday
19 hours/week
$15/hour
Posting Date:07/19/2021
Closing Date:08/19/2021
Open Until Filled:Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants:All applications must be submitted electronically through the Prairie State College website.
Organization
Prairie State College is a richly diverse community college located 30 minutes south of Chicago. The College serves over 5,000 students through its credit programs and offers a wide range of associate degrees and certificates, all of which feature student-centered instruction. In addition, the College offers workforce education, ESL and GED programs, and continuing, corporate and professional education. 
Our 37-acre campus in Chicago Heights features “smart” classrooms, modern laboratories, a Business and Community Education Center, an Adult Education Outreach Center, and a spacious new Fitness Complex. In order to meet community needs, courses are also offered at our Matteson Area Center and at local businesses, community centers, and schools.
The College provides a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, tuition reimbursement for administrators and staff, free courses in our Fitness Center, and an optional 403(b) plan in addition to a comprehensive retirement plan through the State University Retirement System. Employees can enroll their children in our state-of-the-art Children’s Learning Center for a modest fee.
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