Library Assistant
SUMMARY: This position provides assistance to the library faculty and staff in support of the efficient operation of the George A Goodman, DC Library.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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In conjunction with all other personnel, support and advance the vision and mission of the University.
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Provide basic reference assistance, including chat.
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Circulate library materials by checking materials in and out using Folio library management system.
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Perform all opening and closing library procedures during evenings and weekends.
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Collect and enter circulation statistics into LibInsight.
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Provide photocopies or electronic copies as requested by alumni, field doctors and interlibrary loan services.
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Prepare cataloged materials for circulation – reinforce materials and affix labels according to library procedure; make minor repairs to books and other materials.
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Assist with shelf reading, shelve books, media and other resources
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Assist with overall orderliness of the library stacks, journals collection, and the facility in general.
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Receive and direct incoming communication (text, chat, e-mail).
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Recommend and/or implement policy and procedural changes that enhance the effectiveness of personnel, activities, and programs.
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Participate in appropriate university ceremonies, programs, task forces, committees, accreditation, and program development activities, etc.
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Prepare reports on activities as requested.
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Other duties as assigned by the Library Director.