Library Associate ; Circulation

Position: Library Associate I (Circulation)
Location: Prairie View

* Responsible for the efficient operation of the circulation desk, charging and discharging library materials and equipment.
* Answering questions on research resources and databases.
* Instructing library customers on accessing library online catalogs, research guides, physical collections and other electronic reference databases.
* Providing fax service.
* Supervising student assistants.
* Assisting in compiling circulation statistics
* Supervising the maintenance of the library stacks.
* Assisting patrons with locating books.
* Assisting and execute activities related to library fines and billings for the Circulation Department.
* Handling interlibrary loan and document delivery requests.
* Processing course reserve material, both paper and electronic.
* Assisting in opening and securing the building.
* Making sure announcements are made on time.
* Assisting with creation and maintenance of public displays and bulletin/notice boards
* Assisting with opening and set up of library events rooms.
* Monitoring the use of the group study areas.
* Attending meetings and assist with library events and programs.
* Pursuing opportunities for professional development, including workshops, conferences, seminars, and specialized training classes.
* Serve on departmental, library, or university committees when called upon
* Performing other duties as assigned.
* High school diploma or equivalent.
* Seven years of related experience in a public or academic library or archive.
* Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications.
* Knowledge of email and complex and varied library online research database searches and/or processing.
* Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
* Basic keyboarding skills.
* An Associate degree or equivalent qualification.
* Excellent customer service and communication skills.
* Independence and initiative in setting priorities.
* Decision-making or problem solving that requires use of discretionary judgment.
* Knowledge of Sierra or other ILS Library Systems.
* Ability to lift/move medium weight boxes, books, heavy book truck or similar items.
* Ability to handle material which can contain dust or microscopic mold spores.
* Required to work evenings, Sunday through Thursday.

The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of twelve universities, eight state agencies, a comprehensive health science center, Texas A&M-Fort Worth and Texas A&M-RELLIS.The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee.

Each member institution provides equal opportunity and access to all students, employees and prospective employees.
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