Part Time Collections & Metadata Services Assistant – Gumberg Library

Salary: $17.50/hour
Location: Gumberg Library
Position Status: Part-time, 21 hours per week
Hours: Varied (Post hours/scheduled if known)
Position Number: 870024
FLSA Status: Non-exempt

POSITION SUMMARY:

The CMS Assistant is a part-time, library clerical position that reports to the AUL for Collections & Metadata Services. The primary functions of this position are adding data to the library’s online system (Sierra), processing and repairing materials, and completing other projects as assigned. The work requires attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Creates item record and labels for materials added to the library’s online system.

Processes new materials; stamps books, prints spine labels; adds security stripes, barcodes, and gift plates.

Repairs damaged books, laminates paperbacks, uses the CoLibri cover machine and makes phase boxes for special collection books.

Performs quality control on new and repaired materials before they leave the department.

Completes other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Computer skills including MS Windows, & MS Office.

Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not limited to, the following:

The ability to enter data accurately and resolve discrepancies according to established procedures, to prioritize workload and complete tasks in a timely manner, to assume new tasks, and to work as a team member;

Ability to communicate effectively with co-workers, staff, and student workers. Previous library experience, especially in Cataloging or Technical Services is desirable, and familiarity with ILS (Sierra), MARC records, and Library of Congress Classification is preferred.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the University Community.

Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University. The mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an ecumenical campus community.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references.

Duquesne University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the Congregation of the Holy Spirit. Duquesne University is Catholic in mission and ecumenical in spirit. Motivated by its Catholic identity, Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and as an employer.