Spartanburg Methodist College Hiring for Part-Time Daytime Assistant at Spartanburg, SC, 29301 Full Time

We’re seeking talents from diverse backgrounds and experiences to build a powerful, inclusive team.Are you looking for a part time job where you can hit the snooze button or have time to run errands or drop off children? Do you like beating the afternoon traffic? Search no further! The Marie Burgess Library needs someone who can work a part-time job: 10am -3pm Mondays through Fridays during the college student schedule (summers off!). We are especially looking for someone who enjoys helping students and has a creative streak. Bonus points if you are a first-generation student!
Primary Responsibilities:

• Is the first point of contact when students and staff enter and will provide friendly customer service
• In the absence of full-time librarians, serves as person in charge of the library building and circulation area
• Assists library staff and campus police with providing security for the building and enforcing library rules/regulations
• Assists in the supervision and training of evening work study student assistants
• Provides basic reference services by developing familiarity with all library database, software, resources, and equipment
• Assists in the shelving, shelf reading, inventory and weeding of all library materials
• Compiles usage statistics and reports for daytime hours
• Performs other tasks and duties as requested

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs as well as a willingness to learn new technology
• Ability to communicate with and work well with all members of the library team
• Basic knowledge of library software, systems and processes preferred

Required Physical Activities:

• Routinely moves and lifts up to 20 pounds up and down the stairs
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, stand, move from one area of the building to another on a regular basis, sit and use a computer for a long period of time
• Need to operate a computer keyboard and handle paper documents
• Sufficient near vision acuity to read information appearing on a computer display screen, in hand-written form, and printed on paper
• Able to communicate effectively in person and by telephone

Education:

• Associates Degree or equivalent
• Previous library work experience preferred

About the College: Founded in 1911, Spartanburg Methodist College is a private residential liberal arts institution serving a diverse student population within the United Methodist Connection. Since its founding as the first co-op school in the nation, SMC has remained dedicated to its mission to connect education and employment. After over 100 years as an Associate Degree granting institution, the college launched its first bachelor’s degree in 2019. SMC is growing significantly, adding new programs, and consistently evaluating operations because of a campus-wide commitment to innovation and a passion for designing all campus programs to serve its student population intentionally. Today, the college’s emphasis on education and employment includes a unique professional development concentration comprised of eight required courses for students seeking associate and bachelor’s degrees. SMC is committed to its student demographic and believes that global impact is possible through their success. Spartanburg Methodist College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any legally protected status in any personnel action regarding the recruiting, hiring, and promotion of faculty and staff members.All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation. SMC participates in the federal E-Verify program. SMC does not maintain an open application file. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered. We’re seeking talents from diverse backgrounds and experiences to build a powerful, inclusive team. Are you looking for a part time job where you can hit the snooze button or have time to run errands or drop off children? Do you like beating the afternoon traffic? Search no further! The Marie Burgess Library needs someone who can work a part-time job: 10am -3pm Mondays through Fridays during the college student schedule (summers off!). We are especially looking for someone who enjoys helping students and has a creative streak. Bonus points if you are a first-generation student!

Primary Responsibilities: Primary Responsibilities: Primary Responsibilities:

• Is the first point of contact when students and staff enter and will provide friendly customer service
• In the absence of full-time librarians, serves as person in charge of the library building and circulation area
• Assists library staff and campus police with providing security for the building and enforcing library rules/regulations
• Assists in the supervision and training of evening work study student assistants
• Provides basic reference services by developing familiarity with all library database, software, resources, and equipment
• Assists in the shelving, shelf reading, inventory and weeding of all library materials
• Compiles usage statistics and reports for daytime hours
• Performs other tasks and duties as requested

Is the first point of contact when students and staff enter and will provide friendly customer service

In the absence of full-time librarians, serves as person in charge of the library building and circulation area

Assists library staff and campus police with providing security for the building and enforcing library rules/regulations

Assists in the supervision and training of evening work study student assistants

Provides basic reference services by developing familiarity with all library database, software, resources, and equipment

Assists in the shelving, shelf reading, inventory and weeding of all library materials

Compiles usage statistics and reports for daytime hours

Performs other tasks and duties as requested

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics: Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Worker Characteristics:

• Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs as well as a willingness to learn new technology
• Ability to communicate with and work well with all members of the library team
• Basic knowledge of library software, systems and processes preferred

Proficiency in all Microsoft Office programs as well as a willingness to learn new technology

Ability to communicate with and work well with all members of the library team

Basic knowledge of library software, systems and processes preferred

Required Physical Activities: Required Physical Activities: Required Physical Activities:

• Routinely moves and lifts up to 20 pounds up and down the stairs
• Ability to bend, stoop, reach, stand, move from one area of the building to another on a regular basis, sit and use a computer for a long period of time
• Need to operate a computer keyboard and handle paper documents
• Sufficient near vision acuity to read information appearing on a computer display screen, in hand-written form, and printed on paper
• Able to communicate effectively in person and by telephone

Routinely moves and lifts up to 20 pounds up and down the stairs

Ability to bend, stoop, reach, stand, move from one area of the building to another on a regular basis, sit and use a computer for a long period of time

Need to operate a computer keyboard and handle paper documents

Sufficient near vision acuity to read information appearing on a computer display screen, in hand-written form, and printed on paper

Able to communicate effectively in person and by telephone

Education: Education: Education:

• Associates Degree or equivalent
• Previous library work experience preferred

Associates Degree or equivalent

Previous library work experience preferred

About the College: Founded in 1911, Spartanburg Methodist College is a private residential liberal arts institution serving a diverse student population within the United Methodist Connection. Since its founding as the first co-op school in the nation, SMC has remained dedicated to its mission to connect education and employment. After over 100 years as an Associate Degree granting institution, the college launched its first bachelor’s degree in 2019. SMC is growing significantly, adding new programs, and consistently evaluating operations because of a campus-wide commitment to innovation and a passion for designing all campus programs to serve its student population intentionally. Today, the college’s emphasis on education and employment includes a unique professional development concentration comprised of eight required courses for students seeking associate and bachelor’s degrees. SMC is committed to its student demographic and believes that global impact is possible through their success. Spartanburg Methodist College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any legally protected status in any personnel action regarding the recruiting, hiring, and promotion of faculty and staff members.All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation. SMC participates in the federal E-Verify program. SMC does not maintain an open application file. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered. About the College: Founded in 1911, Spartanburg Methodist College is a private residential liberal arts institution serving a diverse student population within the United Methodist Connection. Since its founding as the first co-op school in the nation, SMC has remained dedicated to its mission to connect education and employment. After over 100 years as an Associate Degree granting institution, the college launched its first bachelor’s degree in 2019. SMC is growing significantly, adding new programs, and consistently evaluating operations because of a campus-wide commitment to innovation and a passion for designing all campus programs to serve its student population intentionally. Today, the college’s emphasis on education and employment includes a unique professional development concentration comprised of eight required courses for students seeking associate and bachelor’s degrees. SMC is committed to its student demographic and believes that global impact is possible through their success. About the College Spartanburg Methodist College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any legally protected status in any personnel action regarding the recruiting, hiring, and promotion of faculty and staff members. Spartanburg Methodist College Spartanburg Methodist College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any legally protected status in any personnel action regarding the recruiting, hiring, and promotion of faculty and staff members. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation. SMC participates in the federal E-Verify program. All offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a background investigation. SMC participates in the federal E-Verify program E-Verify program . SMC does not maintain an open application file. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered. SMC SMC does not maintain an open application file. Unsolicited resumes will not be considered.