St. John’s established in 1870, has three New York City campuses; a graduate center in Hauppauge, NY; international locations in Rome, Italy; Limerick, Ireland; and Paris, France; and study abroad locations around the world. The Princeton Review and other top rankings consistently recognize the University’s outstanding academics, diverse student body, dynamic internship and volunteer opportunities, focus on student life, and diverse study abroad offerings. St. John’s University offers more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in its six colleges and schools, with a growing number of programs offered online. The University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 12 other major academic and professional associations. 

A dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is at the heart of our mission.  As a Catholic and Vincentian university, St. John’s is committed to institutionalizing practices of inclusive excellence to ensure that we welcome and celebrate the intrinsic worth of all members of our community.  We will become an even stronger university as we enhance equity at every level of our institution.  As noted in our Vision Statement, our graduates will excel in the competencies and values required for leadership and service in a rapidly evolving world.  

PART-TIME LIBRARY ASSISTANT

UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES 

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide service to students, faculty, staff, administrators and others as needed relating to library circulation and reserve functions.
• Provide accurate and timely information and service from the 3rd floor Service Desk and/or via online or telephone, regarding circulation, interlibrary loan, hold shelf, reserves, reference, media, etc.
• Troubleshoot and maintain library photocopiers.
• Provide access to group study rooms for standing reservations and the scheduling of reservations.
• Participate in library-related projects as needed.
• Supervision of student-workers when needed. This includes training, assigning tasks, overseeing and reinforcing library policies and procedures.
• Maintain ongoing dialogue with department supervisor addressing issues or concerns in a timely manner.
• Follow department "open" and "close" procedures.
• Must be able to work a flexible schedule as needed.
• Other duties as needed.

SKILLS:

• Develop a proficiency in all lLS/Koha functions, i.e. charging and discharging items, posting fines and fees, loading patron records, processing Library Alumni/Access Includes the ability to diagnose and resolve patron and item record issues in an efficient and timely manner in line with library policies.
• Excellent computer skills including a proficiency in Microsoft suite of products, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Excellent communication and customer service 
• Ability to work in groups as well as independently. 
• Exhibit flexibility when challenged by changing workflow priorities.
• Willingness to learn skills and procedures pertaining to circulation, print and eReserves through formal and on-the-job-training.
• Ability to operate office equipment e. computer, copier, scanner, fax, and phone.
• Ability to lift and move boxes when necessary.
• Demonstrate reliable and predictable punctuality and attendance, as required for the position.

3 POSITIONS ARE AVAILABLE:

1- weekday position is M-Th 6pm-10pm.

2-positions both on Sat 10am-6pm and Sun 12pm-10pm.

EXPERIENCE :

• Some library experience preferred.

• HS diploma; some college.

“All persons hired are required to be vaccinated against the COVID-19 virus, subject to the reasonable accommodation provisions of applicable law.”

Any offer of employment is subject to receipt by St. John’s University of satisfactory references, verification of employment and education. 

St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. 

Required Skills Required Experience

Ability to read and follow job specifications to determine press set-up materials needed to run the job successfully.  Skill to follow instructions to operate equipment safely and produce the desired product. 

Ability to use micrometer to mount and align the printing plate correctly. 

Ability to make adjustments to feeder and feed board (e.g., ability to adjust suctions and blast, front and side guides and the timing of the head stops). 

Skill in performing routine operational maintenance and minor repairs to equipment under guidance of senior level Press Operators.

Ability to read and interpret documents to include job tickets, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.

Must regularly and frequently lift and/or move 50 pounds.

Must be able to work 12 hour shifts, including assigned weekends and overtime as scheduled.  

Hours are 7:00 pm - 7:00 am