Cudahy Library Evening Supervisor

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Thank you for your interest in Loyola University Chicago. This position is open for work at the Cudahy Library on the Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus.

Job Title:

LIBRARY ASSOCIATE
Work Modality:
Fully In-Person
Job Category:
University Staff
Job Type: Full-Time
Campus:
Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus
Department: DEAN OF LIBRARIES

Location:

LIBRARY CIRCULATION (02900C)

• Oversee evening operations at the Cudahy Library circulation desk (Sunday-Thursday), including circulation, research and learning inquiries, facilities-related issues, and other service needs.
• Supervise circulation and stacks student workers during evening hours and participate in student worker hiring, training, and evaluation.
• Work extensively with Alma’s circulation-related functions and Primo.
• Maintain Cudahy Library safety and security, conduct building rounds and people counts, and oversee evening building closure; communicate needs with other Access Services staff, Information Commons staff, Campus Safety and Facilities as appropriate.
• Assist the Access Services & Operations Management with re-shelving, shifting, shelf-reading and other routine collection maintenance projects at Cudahy Library.
• Participate in committee work, professional development, and outreach initiatives as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 6-10 student workers (direct); 15-20 student workers (indirect)

Shift adjustments based on the academic schedule and open building hours. Normal shift hours will be from Sunday – Thursday, 3:30 PM – 12:00 AM.

• Bachelor’s degree
• Two to three years of experience required.

• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong planning and organizational skills, including ability to manage time, prioritize work, solve problems, and adapt to changing circumstances
• Ability to work both independently and within a collaborative team environment
• Experience in and dedication to customer service
• Ability to resolve complex bibliographic problems
• Ability to occasionally do fairly strenuous physical work
• Prior experience in a library or similar setting preferred
• Supervisory experience preferred

• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Proficiency with Internet and e‑mail applications
• Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook and Teams preferred
• Previous experience with library automation systems; experience with Ex Libris’ Alma unified resource management system is preferred
• Previous experience with online library resources, including but not limited to electronic databases, catalogs, and discovery tools; experience with Ex Libris’ Primo discovery service preferred

• Lifting, Carrying, Standing, Repetitive Motions
• Working Conditions:
  
  None

Loyola University Chicago, founded in 1870, is a Jesuit, Catholic university recognized for its academic excellence and commitment to community engagement. The university operates three primary campuses in the greater Chicago area and one in Rome, Italy.

Loyola offers a comprehensive benefits program including health, dental, vision, retirement, tuition assistance, and paid time off.

Loyola University Chicago is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to the principle of diversity and to creating a welcoming, inclusive and respectful work environment for all employees, students, and applicants.

Required Documents:
Resume and Cover Letter/Letter of Application.