Weekend Circulation Supervisor-Libraries

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Job Title:
Weekend Circulation Supervisor-Libraries

Job Family:
Administrative Support

Full-Time/Part-Time:
Part time

Compensation Grade:
4H

Pay Type:
Hourly

Department:
Circulation and Research Services

Job Summary:
The Weekend Circulation Supervisor keeps Furman's libraries running smoothly on Saturdays and Sundays. This role coordinates building operations for the Duke Library and ensures that the Maxwell Music Library and Sanders Science Library are fully operational..

Regular hours are Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. during fall and spring semesters, starting at $18.00 per hour, with occasional schedule adjustments during exams or special events.

Job Description:

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and supervise library building operations on weekends, including opening and closing procedures for Duke Library, and ensure Maxwell Music Library and Sanders Science Library are fully operational.
  
• Supervise, assign tasks to, and mentor student assistants on weekends in collaboration with the Coordinator for Circulation and Research Services.
  
• Provide patron assistance with locating materials, directions to other campus locations, and referrals to research services.
  
• Supervise circulation services, including check-in/check-out, patron account management, issuing cards, and resolving access issues.
  
• Coordinate stacks maintenance (shelving, shelf reading, shifting).
  
• Maintain library equipment (printers, scanners, microform readers).
  
• Process interlibrary loan requests during peak times.
  
• Monitor public areas for safety and security, reporting concerns to Facilities Services or University Police.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as a GED or state-issued high school equivalency certificate).
  
• 1-2 years of related experience preferred, or an equivalent combination of training and customer service experience.
  
• Ability to:
  
  • Coordinate, support, and mentor student assistants.
    
  • Communicate clearly and empathetically with patrons and colleagues.
    
  • Follow written and oral instructions.
    
  • Learn and use library systems, software, and equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior library work experience.
  
• Supervisory or mentoring experience.
  
• Some college experience
  
• Familiarity with Alma, ILLiad, Odyssey, and OCLC's WorldShare database.

What We're Looking For:

The ideal Weekend Circulation Supervisor is:

• Student-centered. You see each student as an individual, leading with empathy.
  
• Reliable and steady. You thrive in keeping things running smoothly and can be trusted to handle the unexpected.
  
• Collaborative. You enjoy mentoring student assistants and building their confidence as part of the library team.
  
• Adaptable. You can juggle technology, people, and processes.

Work Conditions

• Work takes place in an office/library environment.
  
• May require some heavy lifting and movement of materials.
  
• Possible exposure to dust and mold.
  
• Regular hours are Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. during fall and spring semesters, with occasional adjustments (such as opening earlier or closing later) during exam periods or special events.

Education Requirements:

Certification Requirements:

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To apply, visit https://furman.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Furman_Careers/job/Main-Campus/Weekend-Circulation-Supervisor-Libraries_R003023

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