Part-Time Library Assistant - Bainbridge

Job Title:

Part-Time Library Assistant - Bainbridge

Location:

Bainbridge, GA

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Part-Time

Job

Job Summary

This position provides administrative and customer service support for library operations.

• Assists patrons at the circulation desk; checks materials in and out; pulls reserve books; provides information and customer service; collects overdue fines.
• Prepares library for daily operation; opens library doors, checks book drop, turns on computers.
• Receives and processes mail.
• Trains, assigns, and supervises student assistants.
• Inventories supplies and records supply orders.
• Receives and transfers calls.
• Sorts and shelves books.
• Operates computer terminal for circulation and reference databases.
• Maintains library social media accounts.
• Performs related duties assigned.

• Knowledge of college policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of library policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of customer service principles.
• Skill in decision making and problem solving.
• Skill in the use of computers and job related software programs.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

The Library Director assigns work in terms of general instruction. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

Guidelines include college and library policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

• The work consists of related administrative and customer service duties. Frequent interruptions contribute to the complexity of the position.
• The purpose of this position is to assist with the operations of the Baldwin Library. Success in this position results in the provision of quality library services to college students, faculty, and staff.

• Contacts are typically with co-workers, faculty, staff, students, and members of the general public.
• Contacts are typically to give or exchange information, to resolve problems, or to provide services.

• The work is typically performed while sitting at a desk or table or while intermittently sitting, standing, or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and occasionally heavy objects, and distinguishes between shades of color.
• The work is typically performed in an office.

None.

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards.

More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, or genetic information in its programs and activities, including admissions and employment, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and changes made by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and other applicable statutes, regulations, and USG and ABAC policies.

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