Evening Weekend Reference and Circulation Technical Assistant - Daemen University

Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student centered learning. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life, civic engagement, and on instilling and understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey. Students are encouraged to be creative, innovative, ethically minded leaders for an ever-changing, diverse, and interconnected world.

The Mission of Daemen University is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly diverse and complex world through the integration of education and professional preparation. Daemen University is going beyond instrumental needs to foster the development of individuals who are dedicated to the health and well-being of local and global communities.

Purpose of Role

Daemen University Library seeks a part-time evening weekend circulation technical assistant. Duties include supervision of circulation, student workers and general library oversight.

About This Opportunity

Joining our team RIC/Library, the Evening/Weekend Reference & Technical Assistant will be responsible for the following:

• Oversees and manages all Circulation Desk functions during day/evening hours until the RIC/Library.
• Conducts or supervises all clerical functions dealing with stack maintenance.
• Assists in performing inter-library loan clerical duties.
• Supervises and trains a large number of student employees during evening hours and weekends.
• Works closely with the Reference Librarian in charge of assisting all Library users.

Status: This position is part-time, 9 months, up to 24 hours per week. The hours are Saturdays from 3:30pm to 11pm and Sundays from 4:30pm to 1am during the academic year. Duties include supervision of circulation, student workers and general library oversight.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required. MLS or library experience and previous supervisory experience preferred.

Daemen University strongly encourages all campus community members to get vaccinated for COVID-19, including a booster vaccine.