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Position Number
00834W
Position Title
Library Assistant
Employment Category
Full Time Operational
Location
William & Mary
Department
3NA000 Law Library
Unit Mission Statement
William & Mary Law School provides an exceptional education for tomorrow’s lawyers. As the nation’s first law school, we maintain an enduring tradition of intellectual and professional excellence. We improve legal systems here and abroad through a commitment to the classroom, influential scholarship, and service to the public. Our students become highly skilled advocates, ready to serve their clients and their communities with thoughtful engagement and unwavering integrity. We recognize the challenges of our history and our responsibility to pursue the realization of justice through the rule of law. Above all, we strive to be a diverse and close-knit community, inclusive in the broadest sense and defined by a shared commitment to the rigorous and open-minded study of the law.
Position Summary
The Library Assistant works across library departments to ensure that library services to the law school, university, and general user communities are maintained. The assistant assists on various large-scale library projects of a temporary duration (including collection weeding and shifting) and participates in the day to day operation of library operations through work in three library departments. The Library Assistant primarily reports to the Director of the Law Library, but works with other library departments and supervisors as assigned.
Conditions of Employment
This is a non-exempt position, eligible to receive overtime in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. This position may be subject to overtime during high peak times, etc. as directed and approved by the supervisor.
Essential Designation
No
FLSA
Non-Exempt
Position Restricted?
No, this is a continuing E&G funded position
Position Term
12 month - Continuing
Position Months
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Demonstratable organizational skills
- Strong customer-service orientation and customer service skills
- Ability to prioritize tasks and show good judgment with work assignments
- Ability to work in a collaborative environment
- Demonstrable professional writing skills
- Experience compiling basic statistical reports
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, Power-Point
- Ability to learn and adopt to changing office technology
Preferred Qualifications
- Post high school courses or certificates
- Prior experience working in a library setting
- Prior experience working with an integrated library system
- Proficiency with graphic design software (like Canva) for creating library reports and media
Is the position remote work eligible?
Hybrid (works remotely at least 1 day per week but not full-time)
Remote Work Disclaimer
Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.
Advertised Pay Range
Up to $ 45,000, commensurate with experience
Advertised Pay Range Statement
All hiring rates are commensurate with relevant experience up to the advertised amount considering internal alignment.
University Salary Range
U04
Benefits Summary Statement
William & Mary offers our employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program).
Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none
Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none
Job Open Date
03/08/2024
Review Begin Date
03/22/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Application Instructions
For priority consideration, apply by the review date; position is open until filled.
Background Check Statement
William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
EEO Statement
William & Mary values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the research, teaching and service missions of the university. The university is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and encourages applications from women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
