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Library Clerk, part-time (Reese Library)


Company : Augusta University


Location : Augusta, GA


Created : 2024-09-20


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

* About Us Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 10,500 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values make Augusta University an institution like no other. The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at Location Augusta University - Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904 Job Summary The main purpose of this position is to perform Information Desk duties, stack maintenance, and other support tasks in Access Services. Responsibilities Duties include, but are not limited to: CIRCULATION AND OTHER ACCESS SERVICES: Provide circulation and other access services to AU faculty, staff, students, and community users, including- Assisting users with information resources. Utilizing the integrated library systems (ILS) to change, discharge, and renew library materials with accuracy and efficiency, edit/create patron records, add barcodes to resources/patrons, and other ILS functions. Provide accurate basic reference assistance at the Information Desk and logging results in RefAnalytics. Serve as a daytime backup for the Creative Technology Lab. RETRIEVE LIBRARY MATERIALS DAILY: Shelve material according to call numbers without errors. Retrieve and re-shelve any loose library materials daily. Shelf read for accuracy in assigned stack area as needed. Shift library materials as required. Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the provision of efficient library services and programming. OTHER DUTIES: Perform other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications High School diploma, GED, or equivalent from a State or Federal accrediting organization. Previous library experience OR general clerical/customer service experience. Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with library standards and procedures. Experience with ALMA (Library Automation System), GIL-Find Online Catalog, GIL Express, GALILEO. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities KNOWLEDGE Proficient in Microsoft Office and other computer software/databases. SKILLS Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and customer service skills. ABILITIES Ability to maintain confidentiality. Ability to work efficiently, independently, and collaboratively. Ability to multi-task effectively and with flexibility in a dynamic working environment. Self-motivated with excellent time management. Shift/Salary/Benefits Shift: Part-time; Weekday mornings (or other shifts as needed) This position is a Part-Time position - .40 FTE (16.0 hrs per week). Pay Band: B1 Salary: Minimum: $15.00/hourly Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position Recruitment Period: Until Filled Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees. Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays. Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today! Conditions of Employment All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University. If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage. Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle. For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation. All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond. Other Information This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success." Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited. Equal Employment Opportunity Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. How To Apply Consider applying with us today! Search Job ID: 276836 Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365