University of Houston - Downtown in is hiring: Library Assistant in Houston

Library Assistant (Finance)

Department: Library

Salary: $15.80 - $17.16 hourly

Description:

The W.I. Dykes Library seeks a temporary Library Assistant to support public services operations, primarily in circulation. This position plays a key role in ensuring library users have seamless access to resources and services while maintaining accurate records and providing excellent customer service.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Manage daily circulation operations, including checking materials in and out, processing holds, and maintaining patron accounts.
2. Handle intercampus delivery requests, including shipping materials and processing holds.
3. Assist students and faculty in locating both physical and electronic library resources.
4. Track daily library usage through electronic gate count systems.
5. Supervise student workers and delegate tasks as needed.
6. Perform necessary data entry and account maintenance.
7. Support general customer service needs at public service points.

Required Qualifications:

1. 30 hours of college coursework.
2. Minimum of one (1) year of job-related experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Knowledge of Library of Congress and Dewey Decimal classification systems.
2. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and SharePoint.
3. Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
4. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
5. Detail-oriented with the ability to maintain accurate records.
6. Experience providing customer service.
7. Experience working in a library or similar environment.

Additional Requirements:

1. Must be able to work evening and weekend hours.
2. Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.
3. Strong commitment to serving a diverse university community.
4. Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Position Details:

1. This is a temporary position without benefits eligibility.
2. Schedule includes evening and weekend hours.

All positions at the University of Houston-System are security sensitive and will require a criminal history check.

The University of Houston System and its universities are an Equal Opportunity Institution.