What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Technical Assistant - Circulation position at Saint Anselm College?
Library Technical Assistant - Circulation
Saint Anselm College Campus
Part time
Posted 30+ Days Ago
R1324
Geisel Library at Saint Anselm College, a private liberal arts college in the Benedictine Catholic tradition, seeks a part-time Circulation Desk Supervisor to join their team. Currently shifts are available on Sunday, from approximately 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. during the spring 2026 and fall 2026 semesters with the occasional option of other shifts as needed.
Interested candidates should complete the online application and be certain to include a Resume, Cover letter, and 3 References.
Job duties
The Circulation Supervisor is responsible for supervising all Circulation Desk operations during assigned hours. This person performs a variety of duties including: assisting library users (students, faculty, staff, guests) with a variety of Circulation Desk needs; supervising Circulation Desk student-assistants; monitoring building conditions and security; maintaining adherence to Circulation policies; working on special projects as assigned; and completing daily shift reports, and closing the library each evening and readying the building for use the next day. Additional hours may be possible throughout the year.
Required skills
· Exceptional level of attendance and dependability, including during
inclement weather
· Exceptional customer service abilities and interpersonal skills
· Ability to address patron concerns and difficulties with tact, courtesy, and sound judgment
· Ability to communicate effectively with college students and to supervise student workers
· Ability to work autonomously and successfully with limited direct daily supervision
· Strong office and computer skills and the ability to learn new procedures
· Reliability in performing daily tasks/duties as assigned
· Ability to consider occasional assistance with coverage of other shifts (optional)
· Ability to lift 30 lbs.
Required Experience
Associate’s degree or 2 years of college plus 1 – 2 years of relevant experience, or the equivalent combination of education, experience, and maturity.
Desired Experience
· Some supervisory experience
· Library Circulation Desk experience
· Experience working with automated library computer systems and/or contemporary interfaces.
Successful candidates will be able to assist the college to further its strategic goals for institution-wide diversity and inclusiveness.