Graduate Assistant | Library

Graduate Assistant for Welder Library

The University of Mary is seeking applications for a Library Graduate Assistant for Welder Library. The Graduate Assistant will work twenty hours per week, including evening shifts.

Candidates will be invited to demonstrate a willingness to support the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.

• Close the library as scheduled; it will include evening shifts usually from 5pm to 10pm.
• Handles circulation tasks such as checking materials in and out, renewing and returning library materials.
• Provide reference services to students and faculty in the absence of library staff.
• Direct student workers in absence of library staff.
• Assist with various archive projects which include scanning pictures, cataloging building plans, etc.
• Assist with interlibrary loan requests.
• Manage the library’s Instagram account.
• Create displays and manage the March Madness monthly event.
• Data entry into Desk tracker.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Must meet eligibility requirements for admission to graduate studies at the University of Mary.
• Able to work independently and with a team of colleagues.
• Working knowledge in the use of library databases, Microsoft Office Suite applications, Canvas and Instagram.
• A background in business, history, public history, library, and information science and/or archival experience is preferred.
• Upholds and supports the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.
• Supports the ongoing implementation Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities.
• Builds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the Office of Academic Affairs and throughout the university, in accord with Saint Benedict’s admonition that all be received as Christ.

• Excellent organization, communication (verbal and written), creativity, and human relation skills.
• Expertise in most aspects of the library’s automated and online catalog systems.
• Good work ethic, attention to detail, and ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.

Equal Opportunity Employer.