Part-Time Library Assistant_

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:+ CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process (harepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/EfiwgKReZ4VAjprFZPKWUm0Bq\_sU3KzTmERfpryq0esPKQ) . Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.+ CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. (harepoint.com/:b:/s/KnowledgeBaseArticlesSharing/Eeys15Xva4hFokHVtbP1eGIB5i1WFLc-J3k9KHgrFYZ7mg) Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.+ If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants (su.edu/sites/hr/files/Application\_Process\_for\_External\_Applications\_Non-Penn\_State\_Employees\_.pdf) .Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants (su.edu/current-employee/flexible-work-arrangements/out-of-state-notice?utm\_source=workday&utm\_medium=req&utm\_campaign=Oct23&utm\_id=out-of-state) .JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:Penn State University Great Valley Library seeks a part-time Library Assistant to work at the Circulation Desk.This job offers flexibility in choosing a consistent schedule (21 hours) the selected candidate would like to work. The selected candidate will choose to work the same three weekdays (excludes weekends) each week.+ Duties Include+ Assist employees, students, and the community in the use of the library, including library equipment.+ Perform basic circulation functions such as registering borrowers, charging and discharging library materials, locating library materials online, and answering questions.+ Assist with receiving items in transit from other libraries and ship items to other campuses.+ Answer basic questions at the service desk.+ Provide basic assistance with technology and computing.+ Reserve group study rooms for students and employees.+ Creation of digital signage for book displays using graphic editing software or PowerPoint.+ Assist with other projects, duties, and tasks as assigned.The candidate should possess good computer skills, communication skills (written and verbal), and the ability to work independently. Candidates must possess a commitment to working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and cultures, have a strong commitment to diversity, equity, respect, and inclusion, and be supportive of a collaborative work environment. Successful applicants must be dependable, flexible, and dedicated to providing excellent customer service to library visitors. Previous library or public service experience is preferred.The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (su.edu/annual-security-reports) .Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.EEO IS THE LAWPenn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster (su.edu/files/2022/01/Federal-Contractors-Labor-Law-Poster.pdf)PA State Labor Law PosterAffirmative Action (su.edu/policies/hr11)Penn State PoliciesCopyright Information (su.edu/copyright-information)HotlinesMalvern, PA