Position Details

Position Information

Posting date

06/14/2022

Closing date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Number

0646400

Position Title

Library Collections Assistant

Department this Position Reports to

Library, Access Services

Hiring Range Minimum

$16.25/hr

Hiring Range Maximum

$20.34/hr

SEIU Level

Not an SEIU Position

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Employment Category

Regular Part Time

Scheduled Months per Year

12

Scheduled Hours per Week

20

Schedule

10-3 on Friday and 10-6 Saturday and Sunday

Location of Position

Hanover and Lebanon, NH

Remote Work Eligibility?

Onsite only

Is this a term position?

No

If yes, length of term in months.

NA

Is this a grant funded position?

No

Position Purpose

Performs a variety of duties associated with the day-to-day collection maintenance at the Dartmouth Libraries; to prepare material for transfer to and from the Library Collections and Services Facility; and to assist with collection management projects and tasks.
This is a part-time 20 hours per week position.

Description

Required Qualifications - Education and Yrs Exp

High School plus 1-2 year(s) of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications - Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Two to three years relevant library experience preferred and/or customer service experience with a diverse clientele.
• Strong verbal, written, analytical and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to move or lift up to 50 lbs. regularly during the workday.
• Must be able to operate a variety of warehouse machinery, including manual and powered lifts.
• Demonstrated ability to organize work efficiently; set and modify work priorities; while under pressure and despite interruptions.
• Ability to work collegially in a team environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with OnBase, ILLiad, Alma and other library or records management software.

Department Contact for Cover Letter and Title

Tara Custer

Equal Opportunity Employer

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.

Background Check

Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to Dartmouth College. A criminal conviction will not automatically disqualify an applicant from employment. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Special Instructions to Applicants

All Dartmouth College employees, whether working on-site or remotely, are required to be up to date with vaccination against COVID -19 (or to have received an approved exemption from vaccination through the Office of Institutional Diversity and Equity). Please visit https://dartgo.org/vaxpolicy for details. Compliance with this requirement is a condition of employment. Failure to meet this condition of employment may result in Dartmouth in its sole discretion delaying your start date or rescinding its offer of employment.

Quick Link

https://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu/postings/63576

Key Accountabilities

Description

Performs the daily work of Baker-Berry stacks Services Facility including: shelving, scanning, collection moves and performing inventories of the collections.

Percentage Of Time

70%

Description

Assigned to the Library Collections and Services Facility as needed to support daily work and large scale collection moves

Percentage Of Time

10%

Description

Staffs public service desks at Baker Berry Library performing various patron related duties. Monitors building security and contacts Safety and Security as needed.

Percentage Of Time

10%

Description

Responds to a variety of in person, telephone, and email information requests and refers questions to reference librarians as appropriate.

Percentage Of Time

5%

Description

Attends staff meetings and participates in the development and evaluation of departmental policies, goal setting, procedures, and workflow. Stays current on best practices.

Percentage Of Time

5%

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Demonstrates a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural awareness through actions, interactions, and communications with others.

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Performs other duties as assigned.
Supplemental Questions

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   • Dartmouth College Employment Website
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Curriculum Vitae
2. Additional Document #1
3. Additional Document #2