PT LIBRARY ASSISTANT (Pool)
Job Description
Job Title
PT LIBRARY ASSISTANT (Pool)Position Status
Part TimeClassification Title
Part-Time Hourly-Up to 19 hpwWork Location
Main Campus-3600 N. Garfield, Midland, TXJob Summary
Provide first-level assistance to patrons using the Learning Resource Center. The LRC contains numerous physical and online resources for student and employee use, including digital and physical research materials, study spaces, tutor and testing services, and computing equipment. Library Assistants will help patrons access and use these resources and refer them to next-level assistance as needed. This position requires working evenings and weekends.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Customer service experience
- Good communication skills in verbal, digital, and written form
- Knowledge of general office equipment, including computers and printers
- Knowledge of software programs, including the Microsoft Office Suite and web browsers
- General Internet experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior library job experience
- Knowledge of the research process
- Proficiency with common library tools
- Computer lab experience
- Tutoring experience
- Proctoring experience
- Proficiency with the Canvas LMS
- Familiarity with cloud computing platforms
Essential Functions
- Provide first-level research and circulation assistance
- Demonstrate how to access and utilize library resources
- Provide general computer assistance
- Assist with testing and tutoring services
- Collect usage and interaction data for trend tracking and library reporting
- Refer patrons to other LRC staff and Midland College departments when appropriate
- Maintain and troubleshoot computers, printers, and other office equipment, including refilling supplies, resolving minor problems, and reporting issues
- Maintain an orderly environment, including reshelving books, rearranging furniture, and spot cleaning
- Monitor supply levels and request new stock in sufficient time for resupply
- Some evenings and weekends required
- Other duties as assigned
Physical Demands
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
- The person in this position needs to move to other locations on campus occasionally
- Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
- Use of manual dexterity
- The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
- Frequently moves equipment or paperwork weighing up to 25 pounds
- Quiet environment
Security Sensitivity
All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.
Min Salary
$11.00 per hourMax Salary
$11.00 per hourPosting Number
P01181S2016Open Date
01/18/2024Position Available
ImmediatelySpecial Instructions to Applicants
All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application and resume. If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.
Please note: You are applying for an applicant pool position. Application status may be obtained from the hiring supervisor. Please call (432) 685-4532 for additional details.
Please note: You are applying for an applicant pool position. Application status may be obtained from the hiring supervisor. Please call (432) 685-4532 for additional details.
EEO Statement
In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.
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