Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number 20112668
Position Title Library Associate #499394
FTE 1.00
Position Type Staff
Department Library Services Dept
Position Summary Information
Job Summary/Basic Function
Who We Are:
Lamar University is a diverse and accessible global university for life-long
learners with a passion for broad-based community engagement. As a vital
contributor to the socioeconomic wellbeing and resilience of the Gulf Coast
region, our expertise is recognized locally and beyond. Lamar University is
home to more than 17,000 students and is among the fastest growing Texas
colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University
System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the
lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more
than 100 degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always
proud to be Cardinals.
Lamar University is committed to fostering a culture of diversity where
students, faculty and staff of all backgrounds can learn, work, and serve.
About This Role:
This position is responsible for opening and closing the entire building
and overseeing the daily operations of the Circulation/Reserves desk,
including student employees, in coordination with other library faculty and
staff.
Position Responsibilities:
Opening and closing the building including overseeing student employees as
they perform assigned task related to opening and closing procedures
Overseeing daily operations including completing all daily tasks in
Circulation/Reserves, as well as overseeing daily duties of student
employees
Perform all tasks relevant to the operation of Circulation/Reserves
including cross- training other staff members and training the student
employees on operations relevant to their daily task
Will be assigned to work evenings and/ or weekends hours
Provide customer service including Guide patrons to the point of service
that will be able to best meet their needs as well as assist with all
Circulation, Reserves, and Interlibrary Loan requests
Maintain the physical collection, including maintenance of the stacks and
second floor areas, re-shelving books and periodicals, inventory of books
and shifting of books to alleviate overcrowding as well as training,
overseeing, and assisting student employees in these tasks
Serve as backup for staff and/or students as needed
Perform other tasks as assigned
Maintain and acquire new skills and knowledge both to remain up to date
for compliance and to enhance job skills
Participate on library and university committees as assigned or as time
permits
Benefits:
At Lamar University one of the ways we show value to our team members is by
offering the following perks:
Health, dental & vision insurance
Life insurance
State of Texas Retirement plans
Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependent
Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
A high school diploma or equivalent required
Key Competencies:
Knowledge:
Standard library and office practices and procedures
Understand, interpret, and carry out detailed oral and written instructions
Basic computer skills including internet navigation and Microsoft Office
Communicate with faculty, staff, students, and the public
Skills
Working ability to search for and locate library print and electronic resources
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to interact and communicate with faculty, staff, students, and library patrons
Capable of working with a diverse population
Capable of learning and using workflows
Capable of using copy machines, fax machines, printers, computers, scanners, and cash registers
Understand, interpret, and carry out detailed oral and written instructions
Good customer service skills
Physical Requirements:
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment
Moderate physical effort; may require handling of average weight objects
up to 30 pounds or some standing or walking, fine motor skills (typing)
No or very limited exposure to physical risk
Job Conditions:
Indoor office conditions
Extensive computer use
EEO Statement
Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer
Veteran's Preference Statement
Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran
applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Some college credit is preferred
A minimum of two years of experience in retail and/or customer service
preferred
Security Sensitive Statement
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of
the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain
criminal history record information.
Salary $22,651 - $22,880
Work Hours
Application Information
Posting Date 07/17/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Are you claiming Veteran's Preference in accordance with Texas Senate Bill 805, Section 657.003? PLEASE READ IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS: To be considered for Veteran's Preference, applicants must complete and email to [email protected] a Standard Form 15 located at https: // www. opm.gov/forms/pdffill/sf15.pdf to include the required documents per the instructions on the form. Emails MUST also include position titles and posting numbers for each and every position applied for. APPLICANTS WHO FAIL TO EMAIL ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS BEFORE A POSTING CLOSES WILL NOT BE AWARDED VETERAN'S PREFERENCE.
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List any Customer Service experience, ex: retail or fast-food.
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Resume
Cover Letter
Optional Documents
Unofficial Transcript 1
Miscellaneous
