Periodicals Assistant I

Duties:

• Check-in, process and track journal and newspaper issues using library database. 
• Retrieve, sort and deliver library mail. 
• Maintain shelves, record usage statistics, process and shelve new and recently used periodicals.  Shift volumes as necessary.
• Provide assistance to patrons at Periodicals Service desk in locating print and online journals, use of photocopiers, and microform equipment. 
• Assist in assembling periodicals for shipment to the bindery, proof and process new volumes when returned from the bindery. 
• Assist with office tasks (filing, labeling, researching titles, etc.). 
• File microfiche and microfilm. 

Requirements:

• Must have excellent written and oral communication skills. 
• Previous library experience helpful, but not required.  Must be precise and detail-oriented. 
• Must be reliable and able to work scheduled hours for the entire semester. 
• Must be able to work with patrons in a courteous, helpful and patient manner.
• Tasks vary greatly ? must be flexible and able to work with library materials, book carts, boxes, etc. 
  

Days/Times:

• Flexible schedule includes days, evenings and weekend shifts. At least 10 hours per week.