Job Summary The Oberlin College Libraries invite applications for the position of Library Assistant III Science Library Assistant.

This is a full-time, continuing, 12-month (1.0) FTE Administrative Assistant position reporting to the STEM Librarian / Head of the Science Library.

Responsibilities With the oversight of the Associate Director of Public Services and under the supervision of the Head of the Science Library / STEM Librarian, oversees a moderately large staff of student assistant workers, plans and coordinates the work of the department, and performs complex library clerical duties.

Essential Job Functions Characteristic Duties :

• Supervise circulation, reserve, and / or interlibrary loan operations, including the initiation of statistical reports and interpretation of library policies
• Supervise clerical operations
• Participate in departmental administrative matters, including preparing reports and other activities
• Collect, balance, and deposit money received for fines, copy charges, losses paid, and refunds; prepare delinquent borrower reports and process fines, holds, and invoices
• Originate and maintain work routines and workflow
• May determine when books need to be mended or rebound
• Verify work processes including binding and acquisitions
• Refer difficult reference or bibliographic questions to appropriate staff
• In addition, staff members in this classification may also perform the work characteristics of the other Library Assistant classifications, with the understanding that libraries are constantly changing and particular tasks may also evolve.
• Collaborate with Science Center facility managers as needed regarding facility maintenance.

Marginal Job Functions Required Qualifications

• College degree or equivalent library experience, supervisory experience, and superior oral and written communication skills.
• Keyboarding speed of 35 wpm with emphasis on accuracy.
• Must demonstrate basic science literacy and an understanding of information resources.
• Must also have basic computer skills and the ability to learn and use library systems.
• Outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills, public service orientation, and ability to build and maintain working relationships across college and external units with the ability to work aspecified public service-oriented schedule, perform detailed work with accuracy, remain effective under busy and stressful circumstances, and adapt quickly to changing procedures.
• Demonstrated ability to train and supervise student assistants.

operations and classification systems. Demonstrated ability and desire to work in a collaborative environment. Demonstrated experience with automated library systems;

experience with social media, outreach, and coordinating digital and print documentation. Office management experience including experience overseeing computers, printers, copiers, etc.

Quick Link for Posting Compensation This is a Pay Group 5 Administrative Assistant position with an hourly rate of $23.95 or the appropriate transfer or contractual rate and includes an excellent benefits package.

Last updated : 2024-05-17