Chapman University Looking for Library Assistant I-Circulation (19-hour) Full Time

Job Number: SA6602122

Fair Labor Standard Act
Classification
Non-Exempt

Anticipated Pay Range
$15.50 – $16.50 p/h

Pay Range
Information

Chapman University is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this position.
This range takes into account a variety of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including experience, skills,
knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. Salary offers are determined
based on the final candidate’s qualifications and experience, as well as internal equity and other internal factors. The anticipated pay
range is not a promise of a particular wage.

Job Description Summary

Within the Access Services Division, the
Library Assistant will perform the public service aspects of the Circulation Department. Provide student, staff, faculty and community
patron assistance, including responding to in-person, telephone and email inquiries. Use the library system (Sierra) to check in/out library
items including books, media, reserves and bookable rooms. Collect fines and/or negotiate acceptable resolutions. Conduct stacks maintenance
including shelving, shifting and arranging of library materials. Perform patron registration and data entry. Conduct basic troubleshooting
of photocopiers, printers and microform machines. Direct tasks of student employees. Open and/or close building. Provide support to
Interlibrary Loan Services by assisting with document delivery, processing requests and answering inquires. Perform other duties as assigned
to further the efficiency and services of the Leatherby Libraries.

Responsibilities

• Perform a majority of the
  public services aspects of the Circulation Department.
• Provide student, staff, faculty and community patron assistance, including
  responding to in-person, telephone and email inquiries.
• Use the library system (Sierra) to check in/out library items including
  books, media, reserves and bookable rooms.
• Collect fines and/or negotiate acceptable resolutions.
• Conduct stacks maintenance
  including shelving, shifting and arranging of library materials.
• Perform patron registration and data entry.
• Conduct basic
  troubleshooting of photocopiers, printers and microform machines.
• Direct tasks of student employees.
• Open and/or close
  building.
• Provide support to Interlibrary Loan Services.
• Process loans, returns and research requests submitted by patrons
  and other libraries via online computer systems.
• Assist with Document Delivery services.
• Check in/out Interlibrary Loan
  books and other materials.
• Process incoming and outgoing Interlibrary Loan mail.
• Perform other duties as assigned to further
  the efficiency and services of the Leatherby Libraries.

Required Qualifications

• Intermediate knowledge of
  written and spoken English, with the ability to read and write English at an appropriate level for this position.
• Intermediate
  knowledge of computers to include Microsoft Office, email, web browsing, and other software applications with an ability to learn new
  technology as needed for the position.
• Moderate contact with students, staff, faculty and community patrons on a general
  basis.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills to interact with diverse individuals and groups at all organizational
  levels from inside and outside of the university.
• Solid problem-solving skills with the ability to negotiate and resolve
  disputes.
• Strong commitment to customer service and teamwork.
• Ability to use photocopiers, printers, microform machines and
  learn basic troubleshooting skills for those machines.
• Possess strong organizational skills with the ability to carry out
  prioritized multiple projects with supervisors input.
• Possess skill to perform arithmetic calculations, such as addition,
  subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner with prescribed duties, make appropriate
  decisions based on sound judgment, policy and guidelines.
• Ability to direct tasks of student employees.
• Ability to
  understand, discuss and apply policies, procedures and regulations pertaining to the duties of this position.

Desired
Qualifications

• Minimum of 12 months of library experience, or one year of college education or equivalent combination of
  experience/education.
• Ability to open/close building.
• Knowledge of library technology, processes and procedures preferably
  in an academic library.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of student records. FERPA training completed every two years (will
  train).
• Ability to use Sierra, WorldCat, OCLC, Tipasa and Article Exchange (will train).

Special Instructions to
Applicants

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive academic
global community. The University is dedicated to enhancing diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruitment and employment. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender
identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition,
military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal
law.

The University is committed to achieving a diverse faculty and staff and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply.
More information on diversity and inclusion at Chapman University can be found at www.chapman.edu/diversity.

Applicants for Staff and Administrator positions must be currently authorized to work
in the United States on a full-time basis. Chapman University does not sponsor applicants for Staff and Administrator positions for work
visas.

The offer of employment is contingent upon satisfactory completion and outcomes of a criminal background screening and
returning to the Office of Human Resources a signed original acceptance of the Chapman University Agreement to Arbitrate.