Job Description

Part-Time Library Technical Assistant

The Macdonald-Kelce Library at The University of Tampa has a position available for a Part-Time Library Technical Assistant. This front-line position assists patrons in the use of the library and its resources during weekend hours. Primary responsibilities include the check-out and check-in of circulating items, supervision of student assistants, the answering of phones and greeting visitors, performing inventory, and carry out opening and closing duties. The library technical assistant also assumes responsibility of the building when a supervisor is not on duty. This position reports to the Circulation Manager.

Essential Functions

• Provide outstanding customer service with all library patrons.
• Communicate effectively with students, staff and the public.
• Supervise and train student assistants.
• Perform library functions such as charging/discharging library items, resolving patron matters, conduct stack maintenance, participate in inventory.
• Instruct and assist patrons with library equipment (e.g. scanners, computers, printers, microfilm readers, etc.)
• Assist in the sorting and shelving of returned materials.
• Monitor library entrance and public areas to ensure that patrons follow library policies.
• Perform opening and closing duties.
• Participate in inventory projects and shelf maintenance to enhance the quality of service for all library users.
• Contribute to a work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to engage with those of other cultures and backgrounds.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma.
• Ability to work evenings and weekends as designated by the department.
• One (1) year experience in a library setting preferred.
• Familiarity with basic computer operations.
• Previous supervisory experience a plus.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of or the ability to learn quickly The University of Tampa software programs such as Workday and Microsoft Office.
• Other library clerical and operational support duties as needed.

Work Schedule

• Hours during academic year: Saturday and Sunday, 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• Hours during the summer: Sunday, 11:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m.
• Hours will not exceed 29 hours/1000 hours per calendar year.

Submission Guidelines

To receive full consideration for employment with The University of Tampa, please be sure to submit/upload required documents for this position at time of application submission. Required documents should be submitted in the attachment box at the bottom of the "My Experience" page of the application before continuing through the application.

Background Check Requirements

Finalists may be required to submit to a criminal background check. Some positions may also require a motor vehicle report and/or a credit report.

Additional Information

This description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not to determine specific duties and responsibilities for any particular position. Essential functions and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific task assigned to the position.

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