Tuskegee University is hiring: Library Assistant-Acquisitions and Serials in Tus

Library Assistant - Acquisitions and Serials

The T. S. Williams Veterinary Medical Library provides information services in support of the research, instructional, and service facets in the College of Veterinary Medicine. The Library Assistant will assist in providing quality service to the administration, faculty, staff, and students in the College of Veterinary Medicine.

Responsibilities

• Perform serials check-in and claims of print periodicals in the library automated system.
• Assist with the management and daily operations of library services and acquisitions functions.
• Assist library users regarding the location of and questions about library materials, automated library catalog, electronic resources, and interpretation of bibliographic records.
• Provide instructions in the usage of print and electronic resources to faculty, staff, and students.
• Assist with interlibrary loan requests and document delivery.
• Assist with keeping essential records and statistics.
• Supervise work study students.
• Assist with charges and discharges of library materials at circulation/reserve desk.
• Provide standard information on Library policies and procedures.
• Assist with library projects as assigned.
• Assist with the daily operation of the Copy Center.
• Help maintain the physical appearance of the library.
• Work effectively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Work one night per week and Saturdays and Sundays on a rotating basis.
• Perform additional related duties as assigned or requested.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Good computer skills and knowledge of computer software programs and automated library system.
• Library experience, desired.

Skills and Attributes

• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and ability to work independently in a team environment.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform tasks as directed.
• Ability to effectively communicate, interact, and work in a team-based environment.
• Supervisory ability.

Additional Information

Posting Number: S505

Will this position require travel? NO

Will this position require night, weekend, and after hour work? YES

Will this position be supported using grants or contract funding? YES

Open Date: 08/18/2023

Close Date: 08/30/2024

Open Until Filled: No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Transcript 1
• Letter of Recommendation 1
• Curriculum Vitae
• Other
• Letter of Recommendation 2
• Letter of Recommendation 3