Library Assistant I Job at Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science in

Job Category: Educational Instruction and Library Occ.

Requisition Number: LIBRA001279

Posted: December 6, 2024

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Location: On-site

Location

CDU University - LA
Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science
1731 E. 120th Street
Los Angeles, CA 90059, USA

We are seeking a Library Assistant, who will play a crucial role in supporting our mission by providing efficient and effective assistance to our library patrons. You must be a detail-oriented and customer-focused individual who is passionate about promoting academic excellence through access to knowledge and information.

The Library Assistant will report to the Director of Library & LRC and be solely responsible for assisting the library’s users and keeping the library operational for the evening and weekend shifts.

Hourly Pay Rate: $22 per hour

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Greet and welcome library patrons in a friendly and professional manner.
• Assist patrons with locating and accessing library resources, including books, journals, databases, and other materials.
• Oversee the operations of the circulation desk during the evening/night shift, ensuring library policies are adhered to by users.
• Ensure library users check in upon arrival to the library and monitor student use of the library.
• Register patrons in the ILS library system, ensuring the information is accurate.
• Assist with printing posters, ensuring they are printed promptly.
• Maintain specific LibGuides, updating at least once per month.
• Process print and electronic books using the NLM classification system (as applicable) in a timely manner.
• Work with the Electronic Resources Librarian to help maintain electronic journals.
• Create fliers to market library activities, programming, and resources.
• Work with the Acquisitions Coordinator to assist in creating and disseminating library materials.
• Assist the Library Director with compiling statistics and data from various sources.
• Maintain the organization and cleanliness of the library, including shelving books and restocking supplies.
• Provide exemplary customer service by answering questions, resolving issues, and addressing concerns promptly and efficiently.
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and training sessions to stay updated on library policies, procedures, and services.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends.

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Other duties as requested.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university with coursework emphasis in Libraries or related fields.

EXPERIENCE:

• College courses in Library Technology or Library Science or equivalent work experience.
• 1-2 years of experience in the library performing general library tasks or customer service experience.
• Working knowledge of data visualization tools such as Canva, Microsoft Suite, etc.

SKILLS and Qualifications:

• Strong communication, organization, study, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with reference ticketing software programs (LibAnswers) and discovery and access control systems.
• Ability to prioritize work in a unit that receives time-sensitive, high-volume requests.
• Excellent general clerical skills and the ability to keep detailed records with great accuracy.
• PC proficient with working knowledge of PowerPoint, Access, and Word.
• Excellent customer service, interpersonal skills, and oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to create, compose, and edit written materials.

COMPLEXITY:

• The ability to perform highly detailed work with sustained attention and care while providing/obtaining information on numerous inquiries is paramount to success in this position.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Occasional stooping. Frequent standing. Constant walking, sitting, climbing, reaching high/low levels, finger movement, feeling, speaking clearly, hearing conversationally, and seeing far and near.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• The position is on-site unless specific authorization from the manager.
• Occasionally required to work in confined spaces.

MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Frequent variety of unrelated tasks. Constant calculating, interrupted work, a variety of interrelated tasks, and use of sustained concentration, reasoning, judgment, resourcefulness, analytical ability, and ingenuity.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to work effectively with a diverse community.

As a health professions institution of higher education, Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science seeks to protect the health and safety of the University community. As a condition of enrollment and employment, students, faculty, and staff must comply with the current CDU Covid-19 requirements as described on the CDU Covid-19 webpage.

Excellent benefits: Medical, dental, vision, retirement plan, vacation accrues on first day of employment, wellness programs, 17 paid holidays per year, up to 16 hours of paid time off to participate in community service, and much more.

EEO Statement: Charles R. Drew University is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability, or covered veteran status.

Fair Chance Statement: Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local “Fair Chance” laws.