Part-Time Library Associate and Evening Desk Supervisor

Part-Time Library Associate and Evening Desk Supervisor

Location:

Gainesville Campus (University of North Georgia), Part-Time, 19 hours per week.

The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a Part‑Time Library Associate and Evening Desk Supervisor. This position is responsible for the general operation of the library and support of student, faculty, staff, and administrative information needs during evenings and weekend hours at the Gainesville Campus during regular semesters. The role reports to the Head of Access Services.

• Operate library Monday through Thursday evenings and Sunday afternoons during regular semesters. Occasionally Saturday hours may be required.
• Greet library patrons and assist students, faculty, staff, and community patrons in person or by telephone with reference, general information, and basic technology–related questions.
• Provide check‑in and check‑out of library material and assist with circulation and directional questions. Interpret and apply library policies and procedures and make referrals as appropriate.
• Serve as building director during evening and weekend hours, conducting regular building rounds, managing the security of the building and materials, tracking threatening weather, and alerting appropriate parties to maintenance issues.
• Supervise student workers in the shelving of materials and other activities. Other duties as assigned by the Library Services Coordinator.

• Knowledge of application software (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Strong oral and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills.
• Positive, customer–focus in a fast‑paced learning environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent technology troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to exercise initiative and good judgment as a team member.
• Ability to manage diverse assignments and prioritize duties.

• Associate degree or equivalent number of college hours.
• Must be able to stand, push/pull book trucks up to 100 lbs max, and lift up to 25 pounds.
• Two years of library, front desk/assistant, or retail/sales associate experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Experience in library circulation and supervision preferred.

• The proposed salary range is $15.87-$17.46 per hour.

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.