Allen University Library Assistants (Part-time) Position 1: Evening Position 2: Weekend
Department: Library and Student Success Services
Job Announcement and Description:
Allen University, a Historically Black University located in Columbia, South Carolina, invites applications for the position of evening library assistant. Reporting to the Dean of Library and Academic Success Services, this is a position with high visibility and requires front-line interaction and excellent customer service assisting patrons with the use of the library and its resources.
Qualifications:
• Minimum degree: Bachelors degree • Preferred degree: MLS/MLIS/MIS or a related field from an ALA accredited program; or, currently enrolled in an ALA accredited program with less than 6 months remaining to obtain an MLS/MLIS/MIS degree • Strong commitment to excellence in customer service and library instruction • Experience with Windows and macOS operating systems • Effective verbal and written communication skills
Key Job Elements:
• Provide reference, instruction, and assist patrons with research skills and other needs. • Assist with administrative tasks such as the evening campus library usage statistics. • Assist in maintaining the library collection. • Develop displays to promote library resources to users. • Support students with access to library materials and electronic databases. • Works effectively with staff, faculty, and students.
Application Procedure:
A complete application package is required and must include the following items:
• Cover Letter - a letter of application addressing your interest and ability. • A Curriculum Vitae or Resume. • A completed Allen University Employment Application located at https://allenuniversity.edu/au-employment. • Three (3) letters of professional reference, including email addresses and telephone numbers.
Email Application Materials to: Carol L. Bowers cbowers@allenuniversity.edu