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The Libraries consist of two physical library spaces: Miller Library (including Special Collections and Archives), and Bixler Art and Music Library. The library assistant assists with the day-to-day operations of the two libraries in the evening and weekend hours, and oversees Bixler stacks maintenance on a daily basis including the supervision of library student assistants. The schedule for this position is during the academic year (September through May) and falls on evenings and weekends (Tuesday - Thursday, 4pm - 1am, Friday and Saturday, 11am - 8pm). During breaks from the normal academic schedule (for holidays and institutional breaks), the schedule for this position is Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Colby College Libraries serve as a partner to support and advance research, scholarship, and learning.\nThe hiring range for this position is $18 - $20 per hour.\nEssential Functions and Key Responsibilities\nTo be successful in this position, an individual should be able to perform the essential duties and bring the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities that support the role. This list of duties is intended to be representative rather than exhaustive, and additional responsibilities may be assigned as needed.\nIn collaboration with Public Services colleagues, coordinate operations for the two library service points in the evenings and on the weekends.\nOversee Bixler stacks maintenance, and supervision of library student assistants.\nParticipate in regular staffing at both service points, and maintain office supplies.\nInterpret library policies and procedures to the staff and public; collaborate with Public Services colleagues to resolve customer, circulation, and student employee issues.\nAssist patrons in the use of the library collections, provide basic reference services, and refer more complex inquiries appropriately.\nAssist as needed with receiving and processing materials for Course Reserves; enforce Fair use Guidelines for copyrighted material.\nPerform administrative record keeping and reporting.\nIn collaboration with Public Services colleagues, manage a team of student assistants including hiring and training students, setting schedules, monitoring student performance (and initiating appropriate corrective action, as needed).\nAssure that the library facility and equipment are in good working order, resolve or report maintenance problems, and maintain adequate supplies.\nParticipate in projects, working groups, and College committees, as needed.\nCommunication\nMaintains regular communication with the Public Services team and library student assistants in areas related to staffing service points, stacks maintenance coverage and student supervision; promptly relays critical information.\nProvides consistent and timely communication to students, faculty and staff regarding the status of the Bixler art and music collection.\nStatistics\nCompiles annual statistics for reporting in the Public Services annual report.\nProvides annual narrative assessments.\nCreate, assess, and improve (as needed) processes for collecting statistics.\nPosition Qualifications \nEducation and experience:\nHigh school diploma or equivalent required; professional coursework or post-secondary education are a plus.\nExcellent customer service skills and the ability to provide meaningful and supportive customer service, providing accurate information to queries.\nSuperb time management skills including the ability to independently set goals and priorities.\nAbility to adapt to change and handle multiple priorities.\nStrong organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.\nExcellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, including strong relationship skills.\nDemonstrated ability to assess workflows, and provide solutions where needed.\nHighly developed computer skills, including Google Apps (calendar, docs, sheets) and Microsoft Office, are necessary, with a willingness to learn new programs and/or devices; experience with integrated library systems preferred.\nAbility to work independently and as a member of a team, establish priorities, and work collaboratively as a member of a diverse community.\nPhysical/Mental Demands\nThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform essential functions of this position and/or may be encountered while performing essential functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\nTo perform this role effectively, an employee is expected to handle employee information, documents, and sensitive matters with care, professionalism, and respect for privacy.\nThis position involves working with a variety of timelines, including some that require quick turnaround and responsiveness to urgent needs.\nIn this role, the employee will interact with members of the public and others in a variety of situations and conversations. Presenting oneself in a professional, respectful, and thoughtful manner at all times is an important part of the role.\nThis position includes regular movement throughout office spaces, hallways, meeting rooms, and other campus locations regularly going between the two library locations..\nDaily work will involve extended use of a computer, including keyboard and mouse\nPhysical requirements differ by position. In general, most roles involve lifting up to 10 pounds regularly, with some positions requiring occasional lifting of up to 35 pounds.\nVision requirements for this position include the ability to see clearly at close and far distances and to adjust focus as needed.\nThe work environment is dynamic and engaging, often involving multiple tasks and projects that require shifting focus and strong organizational skills..\nThe noise level is generally moderate; however, there may be occasional moments of louder sounds depending on campus activity.\nColby College supports the Americans with Disabilities Act and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.\nTo Apply\nInterested candidates should apply electronically by clicking the “Apply Now” button on the Colby College website. 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