Circulation Desk Library Assistant IV / Library Assistant IV

Working/Functional Title

Circulation Desk Library Assistant IV

Position Summary

Half-time position (20 hours per week) in Circulation. Independently coordinates and oversees the Late Night Operations (11:45 p.m. – 7:45 a.m. Sunday-Thursday) at the MSU Main Library during the Fall and Spring semesters. Will be responsible for the safety of patrons, security within the building, safeguarding the collections, various inventories; serving as a liaison with custodial staff and DPPS personnel during each shift and provides information and assistance to library users and staff. Responds to health, safety and security emergencies and contacts appropriate authorities or medical personnel as necessary. Overseeing Circulation department workflow, supervision/training of student staff, resolving patron complaints, explaining and interpreting complex library policies, creating and troubleshooting computer records, cash handling, handling non-routine situations, etc.  Troubleshooting printers and other building equipment, other duties as assigned.  Duties associated with this position will involve moderate physical effort. The library is not open 24 hours in the summer and during breaks, so work hours will be adjusted within open hours. 

The MSU Libraries values diversity of thought, perspective and experience and is actively committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. The candidate will partner with others to develop our welcoming multicultural environment. More information on our dedication to diversity, equity and inclusion is available at: http://www.inclusion.msu.edu/about/index.html.

Minimum Requirements

Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in an office setting; experience with integrated library systems; experience within the last one to two years working a public service desk in an academic library; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desired Qualifications

Experience with supervising and/or training others; ability to collaborate well with others and help to foster a welcoming environment; detail oriented with high level of accuracy; ability to identify and resolve problems exercising excellent judgment; ability to handle varied, multiple, and competing project priorities; knowledge of the following websites and computer software: FOLIO, print.msu.edu, ILLiad, the MSU Library online catalog, and MSU Library electronic resources; detailed familiarity with MSU Library policies and University Enterprise Business System (EBS); excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills and be able to interact professionally and effectively with the Library's multi-cultural/multi-generational students, faculty, staff, and community patrons.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Application Materials

Resume and cover letter required.

Work Hours

Work schedule changes every semester to meet staffing needs of the unit. Work schedule will include overnight hours and weekend hours during the fall and spring semester and day, evening and weekend hours during summer sessions and school b

Website

http://lib.msu.edu

Bidding eligibility ends July 8, 2025, 11:55 PM