Circulation Supervisor and Technical Services Assistant, Lightner Library, Keuka College

Job Location:

Keuka Park, NYSalary Range or Hourly Rate:$18.54/hour

Job Description:

Description

The Circulation Supervisor and Technical Services Assistant is responsible for circulation desk operations that include the supervision of approximately 25 student workers and provision of direct service to Keuka College students and faculty at the circulation desk. This position is also responsible for opening the library daily, processing Interlibrary Loan requests, overseeing daily activities associated with Lightner Library acquisitions, performing secretarial duties, as needed, and completing other projects as assigned by the Library Director.

Essential Responsibilities:

Circulation desk

• Hires, trains, schedules, and supervises about 25 student workers.

• Uses and administers the library’s online circulation system (Polaris).

• Checks in/checks out library materials.

• Answers routine questions from patrons and directs patrons to reference librarians for more in-depth research assistance.

• Supervises shelving.

• Opens the library.

Interlibrary Loan

• Processes lending and borrowing requests.

• Sends, receives, and logs materials borrowed from and lent to other lenders on ILLiad.

• Communicates with other libraries, as needed.

• Maintains accurate Interlibrary Loan records.

Acquisitions

• Processes new books, DVDs, etc.

• Prepares book plates for gift books.

• Checks in new periodical and journal issues.

Technical Services

• Performs preliminary cataloging of new materials.

• Maintains the library stacks that involves shelf reading and identification of lost/missing items.

• Works with librarians to identify materials for weeding.

Other

• Types correspondence and bills and keeps track of associated paperwork.

• Processes and distributes mail.

• Responsible for ensuring that assigned tasks are completed in compliance with various institutional and regulatory requirements.

• Other duties as assigned by the Library Director

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.

Employee Benefits Overview

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• Financial assistance for educational expenses, enabling professional growth and development.
• Protection for you and your loved ones with employer-sponsored life insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off includes holidays and sick leave to ensure work-life balance.
• Retirement benefits eligible on the 1st day of employment and matching contributions after 6 months of employment
• Access to confidential counseling and support services for mental health and personal matters through the Employee Assistance Program

• Associate’s Degree required.
• Two years’ library experience required; or the equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Supervisory experience in library setting preferred.
• Strong customer service and organizational skills.
• Ability to analyze and interpret information and implement effective solutions.
• Ability to pay attention to detail and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize work, and maintain accurate records
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to be sensitive to and respond to the needs and concerns of all constituents of the College including but not limited to students, faculty, college staff and the public.
• Ability to work under pressure with a high tolerance for interruptions, and the ability to work with diverse groups of people with high degree of professionalism.

Work with Purpose at Keuka College

Keuka College, founded in 1890, is a liberal arts-based, private college located in the heart of New York’s beautiful Finger Lakes. Our picturesque lakeside campus is more than just a place to work – it’s a vibrant, close-knit environment where collaboration, innovation, and personal growth are valued as much as academic excellence.

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