Assistant, Circulation
Essential Job Functions:- Supervises stack maintenance activities, assuring that all materials are shelved quickly and correctly
- Coordinates and supervises the shifting of the collection when needed
- Identifies and removes books to be mended, repaired or replaced
- Assists in the supervision and training of student assistants
- Charges out and checks in library materials
- Shelves books and materials
- Works closely with the Circulation staff to set up, control and maintain an orderly Reserve Book Collection
- Supervises the Circulation Department in the absence of the Circulation Librarian or Circulation Coordinator
- Works at Circulation Desk on rotational nights and weekends
- Other related duties, as assigned
Qualifications:
Minimum Education - Bachelor's degree in Office Management, Business or related area
Minimum Experience: One (1) year of Public Service experience
Knowledge Skills and Abilities General knowledge of library policies, procedures and techniques Knowledge of office practices and procedures Ability to use MS Office Products, including Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel Effective communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal Ability to work independently in the absence of direct supervision Ability to plan, schedule and organize work Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks concurrentlyEEO Statement Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.
Benefits:
We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees, including health care, dental, vision, retirement and deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 29 hours per week and are employed more than 4 1/2 months over the course of a year receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page.
