Job Description

Office: A. R. Wentz Library, Gettysburg Campus, United Lutheran Seminary

Position Title: Circulation Assistant

General Description: Primary function is to staff the Circulation Desk. Assisting students, faculty, staff and visiting patrons.

Hours of Work: Monday through Friday. Approximately 10 - 15 hours per week during Fall and Spring semesters. Summer Hours: flexible based on library needs with potential for additional hours.

Pay Rate: $15.00 hourly

Supervisor: Branch Librarian

Qualifications:

Must be reliable and productive with excellent interpersonal skills. Attention to detail is critical. Some computer skills are necessary, but a willingness to learn is more important. Must enjoy working with the public and be able to work with minimum supervision, following established rules and protocols. Must be able to do extensive computer work, move 35 lb. boxes, and stoop, stretch, and climb ladders to pull and move books. Punctuality is essential. Preference given to individuals pursuing a degree in library science.

Specific Tasks:

• Provide basic library instruction to patrons.
• Use of the online circulation system for charging and discharging books to eligible patrons. Reshelving of discharged materials.
• Scan and process materials for online collections.
• Aiding patrons in searching electronic and printed bibliographic resources.
• Close library at end of day.
• Answering phone calls.
• Specific projects as assigned.

Please note: May involve exposure to dust and/or mold in book bindings.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Choose your own hours
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Library Services: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Gettysburg, PA 17325 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Gettysburg, PA 17325: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person