Library Temp Employee
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Title: Library Front Desk Worker (Temporary, Part-Time)

Institution: Jackson State Community College

Job Summary

The Library Temporary Front Desk Worker assists the Library staff by working at the Circulation desk greeting patrons, checking materials in and out, answering the phone among other duties and serves as the first person who Library patrons see when they arrive. In addition, the Library Temporary Front Desk Worker assists Library patrons with computer hardware and software. In addition, the position involves maintaining the Library's social media accounts.

Job Duties

• 75% - * Perform daily Circulation tasks, such as checking materials in and out, working with the Laptop Loan program, maintaining the patron count, answering the phone, shelving books and answering directional questions * Assist students with using computer hardware and software and also resolve printing problems * Assist students, faculty and staff in finding information using the online catalog, Library databases and other resources * Assist in arranging the historical materials collection * Maintain Library social media accounts * Move around the library to assist patrons - (Essential)
• 25% - * Assist in Display preparation * Package Interlibrary loan materials * Participate in Library and College functions, such as the Long Night Against Procrastination, Welcome Back Bash, etc. * Getting the mail * Performs other duties as requested by the Librarian - (Marginal)

Minimum Qualifications

* One year of college experience

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience in working in an office or Library setting
* Initiative- Self Starter

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

* Strong communications skills
* Ability to maintain confidentiality of records and information
* Skills in using computer hardware and software
* Familiarity with Social Media

Schedule/Hours: No more than 20-29 hours may be worked per week (hours depend on budget availability and need). Hours are scheduled between normal business hours of 8:00 to 4:30.

Pay Rate: Dependent on the temporary employee pay plan.

Closing Date: July 29, 2024

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

To be considered for this position we require an attached resume and cover letter.

Applicants will be subject to a background check upon hire.