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Job Title:Library Services Assistant

Reports to:Library Operations Manager

FLSA Classification:Non-exempt, $13/hour

Job Purpose:

The Library Services Assistant assists the Library Operations Manager in the overall function of library services.  An important part of the position is supporting the ministry and mission of the University and advancing the academic excellence and spiritual vitality of our University and students. Each employee plays an important role in the development of the Christian faith in our students.

Essential Functions:

• Monitor the library facility, library desk, and student workers.
• Must be able to work evenings and Saturdays.
• Assist with Interlibrary Loan

• Processes interlibrary loan requests, lending materials from the collection to other institutions and borrowing materials for patrons from other institutions
• Coordinates delivery of interlibrary loans via mail and KYVL Courier.
• Work on special projects that support library services and functions such as copy cataloging data entry, collection maintenance/weeding, archives, online guides and tutorials, book donations, digitization/conversion, or events.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.

This position requires the ability to occasionally lift items, up to 25 pounds.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a part-time position. 16 hours/week for 36 weeks.

Travel:

No travel is expected for this position.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required.
• Proficient computer skills, specifically in the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Thorough attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills.
• A committed and dynamic Christian faith is vital along with the ability to support the University’s theological position, lifestyle standards and mission.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Supervision Received:

Works independently, under the direct supervision of the Library Operations Manager.

Supervision of Others:

Assists with supervision of student workers, as needed.

Institutional Commitment:

Asbury University is an independent, Christian, liberal arts university in the Wesleyan-Holiness tradition. In the desire to be a more inclusive community, reflective of the Kingdom of God, we especially encourage applications from women and from candidates from various ethnic backgrounds. At Asbury University, employees must display a committed and dynamic Christian faith along with the ability to support the University’s Wesleyan Holiness theological position, lifestyle standards, and mission. Candidates must agree, support and adhere to University policies and procedures – including the Faculty Manual, Community Standards Guidelines, Human Sexuality Statement, and the Standard of Conduct for employees. Asbury University does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, or handicap in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices.

Application Process:
Additional information may be requested from the Human Resources Office via email at human.resources@asbury.edu or by mail at:

Asbury University
Human Resources
1 Macklem Dr.
Wilmore, KY  40390

Department:Library
Job Type:Staff
Status:Non-Exempt
Deadline:Until Filled

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