Student Assistant - Circulation - Military Veterans

Position Information

Requisition Number

Stu03607P

Home Org Name

Library Administration

Division Name

Library

Position Title

Student Assistant - Circulation

Working Title (if different from Position Title)

Job Summary

Auburn University Libraries is seeking an undergraduate or graduate student for the position of Student Assistant to assist faculty and staff with daily, routine library operations.

Why should YOU consider student employment at Auburn University?

• 
  Gain valuable work experience! Student employmentallows you to explore different interests, identify strengths, and make informed decisions about your future career goals.


• 
  Build your network! Interacting with faculty, staff, and fellow students can lead to valuable connections and potential mentors.


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  Make a difference. Have the satisfaction of knowing YOU are a part of providing the premier academic experience at Auburn and the life-changing work our students and employees perform.

Essential Functions

Circulation/Reserve/Stacks Duties:

• Provide direct service to library patrons at the Circulation/Mell desk, which includes the checking in/out materials, answering questions, and directing patrons as needed


• Assist patrons in using the online catalog, locating materials, and searching for resources


• Perform alphanumeric sorting and shelving duties using the Library of Congress classification system


• Shelf read, straighten materials, and clear library of browsed library materials


• Answer the telephones, answer questions, and transfer calls as needed


• Update records and performs general data entry


• Assist in the processing and maintenance of course reserves collection


• Assist patrons in understanding of fines and fees


• Check and delivers mail to staff


• Deliver books to offices on campus

Stacks Maintenance Duties:

• Process inventory for RBD book collection using the Shelf Lister program on an iPad


• Search/retrieve missing trace requests


• Recycle withdrawn material


• Collect books from the physical processing area for shelving


• Prepare/replace range lists as needed


• Forward/backward shifting of books to open up crowded areas on the shelves


• Place stickers on items


• Possible visits to offsite storage [OLAF]

Business Desk Duties:

• Run reports


• Research financial issues for Patrons


• Accept and process payments


• Edit patron financial records in Voyager by processing/posting forgives/payments


• Educate the public and patrons about library policies to include new community users, borrowing policies, and library fines and fees


• Assign and inspect study carrels


• Assist with maintenance of the reserves and new books to include processing lists

Student Lead/Supervisor (Circulation):

• After completing at least 1 semester at RBD, exceptional students may be chosen to be a student supervisor. This position includes all of the normal job duties with the additional responsibilities of being a shift supervisor:


• Deal with building/patron emergencies


• Supervise student workers and ensure that daily duties are completed correctly


• Call in building maintenance issues


• Open and close the building and ensure that all patrons leave the building before closing

Minimum Qualifications

Currently enrolled student at Auburn University

Expectations:

• Report for the shift on time


• Interest in public service and delivery of quality customer service


• Be willing to work as a team member while interacting with faculty, staff, and students


• Possess strong interpersonal and communications skills.


• Dependability, multi-tasking, and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment are imperative.


• A commitment to an inclusive and diverse campus environment is essential. Job frequently requires standing, walking, reaching, balancing, hearing, handling objects with hands, and occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds.

Preferred Qualifications

Pay Rate

$9.00/hour

Work Hours

Students will work up to 20 hours per week depending on availability and departmental needs.

City position is located in:

Auburn

State position is located:

Alabama

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date

07/11/2024

Closing Date

10/11/2024

EEO Statement

Auburn University is committed to an inclusive and diverse campus environment. Women, underrepresented groups, individuals with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply.

AUBURN UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Quick Link for Internal Postings

https://www.auemployment.com/postings/46749

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents Optional Documents

Resume

Cover Letter

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Please select how you first became aware of this opportunity. Your response helps us determine how we can more effectively reach our candidates.

• LinkedIn
• AcademicKeys
• The Chronicle of Higher Education
• DiversityJobs
• HigherEdJobs
• HERC (Higher Education Recruitment Consortium)
• Indeed
• RecruitMilitary
• The Tuskegee News
• Professional organization or journal
• Veterans Assistance Services
• Disability Assistance Services
• State Employment Service
• Social Media
• AU Job Bulletin
• Notified by an Auburn employee
• College or university Career Services
• I went to the AU Employment Website directly (www.auemployment.com)
• Other

* Are you currently an enrolled student at Auburn University?

• Yes
• No

* Please describe any previous experience you have working in a customer service enviornment
(Open Ended Question)

* Are you able to lift up to 50lbs unassisted?

• Yes
• No