Part-Time Circulation Assistant

Position Summary

Staff the circulation desk and assist Library patrons.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate a Windows based automated library system (including circulation of materials, Reserve items, interlibrary loan and the creation and maintenance of a borrower database).
• Accept interlibrary loan requests for books and articles from students and faculty.
• Sort and shelve library materials returned in bookdrop and used within the Library.
• Access institutional online system (Banner) for student information; place and remove Library Holds on student academic records.
• Greet and provide general information and assistance to students, faculty, staff and community customers.
• Assist students with Pharos networked printing (Print Card Dispenser, Print Manager, etc.).
• Assist students with STARS, MyCalhoun, and Blackboard.
• Assist students with online Library database access and EBSCOhost eBook access (emailing, printing, my account, etc.).
• Perform procedures for opening and closing the Library.
• Assist librarian in creating a list in MS Word of new Brewer Library books.
• Assist in withdrawing or relocating records for titles in Horizon, and other technical services processes with training provided.
• Assist in vacuuming/cleaning computer hardware including student workstations, VIP Room computers weekly.
• Read assigned book shelves (Book Stacks, Popular Book Shelf, and Child Development Shelf) and periodical shelves regularly.
• Troubleshoot equipment problems, including Xerox copier, Pharos printing system, and report any issues to full time staff.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Ability to put books and materials from the floor and cart onto shelves, lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to move a book truck with books weighing as much as 50 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to work cooperatively with others as a member of a team.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule when necessary, occasionally swapping evenings with Wednesday/Thursday part time Circulation Assistant.
• Ability to apply sound judgment and common sense in handling unusual and/or stressful situations at the Circulation Desk or in the Library.
• Ability to follow established policies and work as a member of a team.
• Ability to put books, objects, and materials from the floor and cart onto shelves, lifting up to 30 pounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to utilize Microsoft Office programs for basic computer work.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Skill in operating a mouse to control a computer.
• Skill in operating a computer.
• Customer Service Orientation- A focus on being friendly and patient in responding to customer needs.
• Knowledge of community college policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of Library of Congress call numbers.
• Knowledge of Banner System and or a similar system.
• Knowledge of how wireless systems work.
• Knowledge of social media platforms and techniques.
• Skill in utilizing a multi-line phone system.
• Skill in operating a fax machine, copier, scanner, calculator printer, and typewriter.
• Skill in operating AV equipment.
• Skill in operating microfilm and microfiche reader.
• Skill in current student technologies used at the college.
• Ability to follow instructions and adhere to prescribed routines.
• Ability to operate an Integrated Library System such as Horizon.
• Ability to use Adobe Software.
• Ability to make decisions based on correspondence, data or other information.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize issues.
• Ability to utilize email systems to communicate information.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision/work independently.
• Ability to operate in a professional manner at all times.
• Ability to operate Banner.
• Ability to operate a web browser and navigate the internet.
• Conscientious-wanting to care about how work is done and wanting to do a good job.
• Initiative- responding to downtime by taking responsibility to do other work.
• A focus on details.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicants who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

• Online application
• Current résumé
• Copy of high school diploma or equivalent OR college transcripts (Transcript must confirm applicant meets educational requirements. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted before the deadline, but official transcripts must be received if employed.)

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications as indicated on this vacancy notice and must submit a completed application packet in order to be considered for this position. Complete application files must be received no later than the application deadline. Applicant who fail to submit all required information will be disqualified. Only applications received during the period of this announcement will be considered. Applicants must travel at their own expense. Finalist will be required to provide official transcripts that are mailed directly to the Office of Human Resources at Calhoun Community College from the institution(s) granting the credits.

Background Check Requirement

In accordance with Alabama Community College System Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form and to submit a non-refundable $26.40 payment for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.

Calhoun Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all post secondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitations, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. Calhoun Community College participated in the E-Verify system to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.

Calhoun Community College is accredited by the Commission on Colleges by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate Degree. Contact the commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097 or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Calhoun Community College. Specific questions regarding Calhoun's educational programs, admissions, and other matters related specifically to the College should be forwarded directly to the college.

APPLICATION MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.calhoun.edu P.O. Box 2216 Decatur, AL 35609

256-306-2591

256-306-2590

jobs@calhoun.edu

Part-Time position not eligible for benefits.