University of Minnesota seeks Library Assistant

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Responsibilities

• Act as supervisory presence on Saturdays for both HSL and Walter Library
• Provide back-up staffing for desks at HSL and Walter Library, as needed
• Work toward creating a comfortable, welcoming environment for users and co-workers
• Provide training for HSL student employees at the service desk
• Assist with onboarding and orientation of new HSL student employees
• Coordinate workflow of student workers
• Provide public service that meets and exceeds user needs and expectations
• Answer and transfer phone calls to appropriate service points or library staff
• Provide virtual reference services to the university community through LibAnswers

Required Qualifications

• Problem-solving and communication skills
• Independent decision-making abilities
• Excellent customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications

• 1 or more years’ experience working with library circulation
• In-depth knowledge of Alma and other library processes and resources
• Extensive knowledge the University Libraries systems, policies, procedures and referral information for library users

More information

This is a Part-Time, temporary position. The base salary $17.13/hour.

How to Apply

For more detailed information and to apply, see the University of Minnesota's full online job post.