Library Information Assistant – UMLD (Part Time)
- Employer
- University of Missouri - Columbia
- Location
- Missouri, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Mar 1, 2023
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Job Details
Hiring Department
Library Acquisition Collection Tech Services
Job Description
The University Libraries has an immediate opening for a part-time Library Information Assistant at the Libraries Depository (UMLD). Working in cooperation with the Depository Supervisor, the Library Information Assistant will fill patron requests and process items in and out of storage.
Specific Job Duties:
- Process items going into storage. Sort new items by size, assemble and pack trays, make barcodes for each new item and enter new barcode number into each item record.
- Prepare patron requests for retrieval and retrieve items from the stacks using the appropriate equipment. Prepare items for return to MU campus and courier, check in returned material, reshelve returned materiel, copy requested journal articles and send articles to borrowing libraries. Communicate with UM system interlibrary loan departments to resolve borrowing problems.
- Assist with the loading and unloading of delivery vans.
- Help enter statistical information.
- Promote a safe work environment by performing effective access control, admitting only assigned employees, and official guests to the facility.
- Other duties as assigned.
Salary Range: $12.18 per hour
Grade: GGS 005
University Title: Library Information Assistant
Internal applicants can determine their university title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Shift
This position works 20 hours per week. The schedule will be determined at time of hire but will be during the operational hours of Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
- Must have basic proficiency with MS Word, Excel. Must have typing proficiency.
- Must be able to work in a temperature and humidity controlled environment (55 degrees F, 50% RH). Must be able to spend at least six hours per day at a computer with regular breaks provided.
- Must be able to work with minimal supervision and meet speed and accuracy goals as determined by department.
- Requires the ability to obtain/place materials on shelves at ground level and on shelves up to nine feet in height using step stools, ladders, or other devices.
- Requires the ability to identify call numbers where lighting may be compromised, on shelves at ground level and on shelves up to nine feet in height using step stools, ladders, or other devices.
- Requires the ability to move a book cart weighing at least 200 lbs. (these are on wheels).
- Requires the ability to transport several books at one time and/or move boxes of books (up to 50 pounds).
- May expose you to mold and dust.
- May require the ability to perform very detailed
work.
This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits
Diversity Commitment
The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Director of Employee and Labor Relations at 573-884-2577 .
To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.
EEO IS THE LAW
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Company
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