Job Description The Library Assistant provides friendly, efficient, high quality customer service to students, faculty and staff. The primary responsibilities of the Library Assistant will be managing circulation, equipment, and public service, and other library-related projects on the Desoto campus. The position is a 9-month part-time general staff position. QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate's degree; Bachelor's degree preferred
REPORTS TO: Head Librarian DeSoto Campus TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Nine months - Mid-August through Mid-May HOURS: 19 hours; Monday-Thursday; Daytime hours anytime from 7:30 AM - 2:00 PM DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:
- Manages the library computer lab and front desk
- Provides excellent customer service to all library patrons
- Helps patrons in locating library materials and using library resources, including the online catalog
- Assists students with basic computer questions, including software applications, printing, and internet access
- Provides basic assistance and guidance to patrons on the use of makerspace equipment and resources
- Troubleshoots basic computer and software issues
- Assists with library outreach activities.
- Contributes to social media and marketing efforts
- Perform all other duties assigned by the Head Librarian.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Professional demeanor with the ability to maintain consistent communication
- Strong computer technical skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite products
- Strong interpersonal skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: While performing the duties of this job, the position is regularly required to do the following:
- Stand for long periods
- Communicate with others in person
- Sit, use hands to handle or feel, and reach with hands and arms
- Stand, walk, stoop, or kneel
- Lift and/or move items of up to 50 pounds
APPLICATION: To apply, please submit and attach the following:
- Application at www.northwestms.edu
- Resume
- Three (3) Professional References: Name, Organization, Email Address and Telephone Number
About Us Northwest Mississippi Community College is a two-year, open access public community college primarily serving 11 counties in northwest Mississippi. Our vision states that Northwest Mississippi Community College transforms our students' lives, enriches our communities, and strives for excellence in our educational programs and services.
Accreditation Northwest Mississippi Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award the Associate of Arts degree, the Associate of Applied Science degree and certificates in career education. Questions about the accreditation of Northwest Mississippi Community College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) ###-####, or by using information available on SACSCOC's website (www.sacscoc.org).
Affirmative Action Northwest Mississippi Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, or status as a veteran or disabled veteran in all its programs and activities. Northwest Mississippi Community College prohibits sexual harassment and all forms of sexual violence, regardless of sex, gender identity or sexual orientation. The following have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990/Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973: Disability Support Services Coordinator, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7046, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) ###-####, e-mail address ...@northwestms.edu; Title II of the Age Discrimination Act: Vice President for Finance and Administration, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7017, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) ###-####, e-mail address ...@northwestms.edu; Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972/Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964: (For student-related matters) Associate Vice President for Student Services and Enrollment Management, Tate Hall, P.O. Box 7010, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) ###-####, e-mail address ...@northwestms.edu or (for employment-related matters) Director of Human Resources, James P. McCormick Administration Building, P.O. Box 7038, 4975 Highway 51 North, Senatobia, MS 38668, telephone number (662) ###-####, email ...@northwestms.edu.
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