Part-Time Library Assistant, Circulation and Reserves

About the role

Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) seeks a Part-Time Library Assistant, Circulation & Reserves to join Fleet Library. As our Part-Time Library Assistant, you will be responsible for the smooth and efficient operation of the Circulation/Reserve Desk. You will assist and guide all library users with a wide variety of services, serve as a central point of contact for a variety of routine and non-routine library questions, open and close the library as scheduled, and actively participate in the processing of Reserves and the use of audiovisual equipment. The successful candidate will thrive in a campus environment that is committed to advancing the principles of social equity and inclusion, environmental and climate justice, and equal access to resources and opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Monitor the circulation/reserve desk and first-floor reading room.
• Open and close the library as needed; ensure equipment is ready for operation.
• Perform circulation functions such as checking books in and out, shelf reading, and other special tasks as assigned.
• Maintain awareness of library policies and practices.
• Assist students, staff, and faculty with directional and policy questions.
• Refer inquiries to librarians and other appropriate contacts.
• Support Curricular Video Reserves and Course Reserves functions as needed, including but not limited to: digitizing films, scanning texts, and uploading materials to course platforms.
• Provide support and supervision for student employees.
• Understand and be familiar with library policies and procedures; ensure that policies are carried out; and make recommendations for modifications to the supervisor.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in a related field and a minimum of two (2) years of experience in customer service, preferably in a college or library setting, are required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the minimum educational requirement.

Skills

• Proficiency with computer software such as Google or Microsoft suite; ability to quickly learn new software applications.
• Familiarity with basic audiovisual and scanning equipment.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to work with multiple diverse populations in an artistic setting.
• Proficiency with library management systems, preferably Sierra, is preferred.
• Library shelving and shelf reading experience is preferred.
• Audiovisual digitization and file management experience is preferred.
• Supervisory experience (other staff and/or student employees) is preferred.
• Commitment to supporting an inclusive work environment and the ability to work respectfully and effectively across differences in background, role, and perspective.

Schedule

Work Schedule: 21 hours per week; 12 months per year