Library Clerk St. Charles Campus/en-US/CareerOpportunities/job/St-Charles-Campus/Library-Clerk_R0005483/apply Welcome to Career Opportunities at Lindenwood University. PLEASE READ: For all applications, please include your resume and cover letter. You may skip the Quick Apply page by simply clicking Next at the bottom of the page. When you arrive at the Experience page, you may upload all desired documents using the upload box labeled Resume/CV. This is the appropriate box to upload all documents. If you are a current or prospective student applying for a student employee position, please use your student email address in the email field on the application.nbsp; JOB TITLE SUMMARY Job Title: Library Clerk Department: Library Services Evaluation Group: Staff FLSA Status: Non-exempt Location: St. Charles, MO Reports To: Coordinator, Circulation and Director, Access Services Job Summary Library Clerk will report directly to Circulation Coordinator and Director of Access Services, but will also work with Reference Librarians, Director of Reference, Interlibrary Loan Librarian, and Dean of Library Services to assist in the daily operations of the Access Services desk, answering circulation, reference and general information questions, assisting with the lending and borrowing of materials, performing stacks maintenance, assisting with Access Services Department projects, and helping train new student workers.nbsp; Library Clerk must be flexible to adjust the work schedule so as to accommodate changes in operational hours, including over University breaks and holidays and to meet staffing needs. Library Clerk must be available to work evenings and weekends. Essential Job Functions and Performance Indicators Job Responsibilities * Organize library materials and information, especially by performing stacks maintenance tasks and projects, such as shifting, relabeling of end caps, determining shelving adjustments * Assist with training new student workers * Assist Circulation Coordinator and Access Services Director in overseeing work activities of student workers Service Orientation * Provide assistance with general circulation and reference questions * Provide assistance with lending and borrowing of items * Teach library users how to find and use library resources Communication, Collaboration, and Teamwork * Supports Circulation Coordinator and Interlibrary Loan Librarian with all aspects of lending and borrowing of library materials from other libraries * Recommend improvements in processes to increase administrative efficiency Planning, Organizing, and Accountability * Working with Facilities Coordinator by handling room reservations communication * Organizes and participates in special projects and programming to enhance the quality of service to the Lindenwood community Initiative, Problem-Solving, and Decision Making * Assisting with general care of Library spaces and making improvements as needed to create a positive environment * Oversee major circulation activities during off-hours, including first line customer service support, problem resolution * Perform specialized duties that require frequent independent application of general library policies and procedures Support the Mission of the University * Support the mission of the university and serve as an ambassador of the university. * Supports all library units on an as needed basis Job may require other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Required qualifications to effectively perform the job.nbsp; An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.nbsp; (Additional requirements may be designated by position.) * Associates degree * One year library experience Knowledge, Skills and Abilities May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills and abilities commonly associated with this position. * Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Must possess excellent customer service skills. * Must be highly organized and able to work on multiple tasks simultaneously. * Position requires the ability to problem solve, use good judgment, think critically, and communicate effectively. * Knowledge of general office hardware and computer software applications. * Knowledge of library information systems and databases preferred. Work Environment Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. * General library and office conditions Physical Abilities Activities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.nbsp; The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.nbsp; Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. * Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function. * Must be able to move freely through the library aisles and space. * Must be able to carry books and reach above or below. * Must be able to sit for hours at a time at a computer. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Equal Opportunity Employer Lindenwood University is an Equal Opportunity employer. The University complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to education programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Lindenwood University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment. Posted TodayPart timeR0005483 The mission of the human resources department is to provide a quality education and experience for all Lindenwood University students by selecting the appropriate full time and adjunct faculty, staff, and administration to serve the students, and by supporting the professional and personal success and wellness of those employees from the time of application through retirement.