Circulation and User Experience Librarian
Job no: 510754
Position type: Staff
Location: New York
Categories: Library
Posting Summary:
The Gottesman Libraries
aspire to excellence in advancing and sharing transformative knowledge
to develop informed and engaged thinkers and leaders in the educational,
psychological, and health professions.
Job Summary/Basic Function:
The Gottesman
Libraries is looking for a Part Time Circulation and User Experience
Librarian, responsible for the provision of excellent service and
efficient operation of circulation functions, stacks’ management, and
building access.
We invite applications from candidates who,
through their experience, and/or service, will contribute to the
diversity and advancement of the College community.
This Part
Time position of Circulation and User Experience Librarian, is
responsible for the provision of excellent service and efficient
operation of circulation functions, stacks’ management, and building
access.
This Part Time Librarian position will oversee the daily
operation of the Library Services Desk, including scheduling of the
Library Associates team; managing circulation and related library
services; participating in on-demand reference services and
technology-related questions; and addressing accommodations for persons
with special needs. This part-time (27 hours) position requires evening
and weekend availability.
Part Time Schedule:
Sunday - Wednesday: 2:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Minimum Qualifications:
- Master's degree from an
ALA-accredited library science program; or current enrollment in an
ALA-accredited library science program with a minimum of 3 years of
equivalent experience at a similar institution; or a minimum of 5 years
of equivalent experience at a similar institution.
- Experience with daily operations of an academic library
- Experience supervising library staff and/or students
- Demonstrated ability to successfully work in a team environment
- Demonstrated ability to work creatively in a rapidly changing environment
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity in the workplace or community
- Must be able to work evenings and weekends
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2-3 years of academic library experience
- Experience providing assistance to library users at a single library service desk
- Knowledge of Alma software
- General understanding of the mission and functions of a research library and the information needs of academic users
Salary Range:
$34.46 to $43.08 per hour
Advertised: Eastern Standard Time
Applications close: Eastern Standard Time
To Apply:
https://employment.tc.columbia.edu/cw/en-us/job/510754/circulation-and-user-experience-librarian
