Patron Services Assistant - Part-Time

Posted Tuesday, October 29, 2024

The Patron Services Assistant serves as the public face of Preston library by staffing the circulation/service Desk. This position assists VMI cadets, faculty and staff, as well as the public, to check out library materials; to use library services, spaces and technology; and to find their way around the building and the VMI Post.

This position reports to the Head of Circulation. 

 Work Hours:

• This is an hourly position with a maximum of 750 hours per year. Expected hours are Monday, Wednesday and Friday 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and more extensive hours during the summer months as possible.

 Essential Job Duties: 

• Performs recurring circulation tasks such as:
  • Checks library materials in and out for patrons
  • Sorts and shelves library materials
  • Monitor Hold and ILL shelves
• Restocks supplies of printer paper
• Assists in troubleshooting and incident reporting of library technology
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• High School diploma
• Ability to provide outstanding customer service and a commitment to public service.
• Effective interpersonal and communication (verbal, written, listening) skills.
• Proven ability to maintain confidentiality, sound judgment, and discretion in all areas of work.
• Willingness to learn new skills, such as Library of Congress call number schema, the library’s catalog system etc.
• Ability to problem solve.
• Basic competence with keyboarding and computer usage.

 Preferred Qualifications: 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite.

  Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to perform essential duties satisfactorily with reasonable accommodation.
• Essential physical requirements of the job are sitting, talking, typing, kneeling, standing, pulling, grasping, seeing, balancing, crouching, walking, lifting, tactile sense, hearing, stooping, reaching, pushing, fingering, repetitive motions, talking.

 Start date is January 6, 2024

Candidates can apply at (Link will redirect to the PageUp login screen): Patron Services Assistant- Job Application

In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal educational and employment opportunities, VMI encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals, and veterans to apply. VMI alumni, as well as AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are also encouraged to apply.

 

 

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Contact:
Human Resources
hroffice@vmi.edu
540-464-7322