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University of New Haven

Library Clerk II

West Haven, CT · On-site

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

West Haven, CT Library Clerk II Who we are: The University of New Haven, founded in 1920, is a private university whose mission is to prepare students to excel and lead purposeful and fulfilling ...

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CT Library professionals are individuals who manage, organize, and provide access to information resources within libraries in Connecticut (CT). They assist patrons with research, maintain library collections, and promote literacy and lifelong learning in their communities. Their roles may include librarians, library assistants, and other staff responsible for ensuring efficient library operations. CT Library professionals often use technology to support digital resources and provide outreach services to meet the diverse needs of their patrons.

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Library Clerk II

University of New Haven

West Haven, CT • On-site

$14.25 - $18.50/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

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Library Clerk II

Department:Library

Location:West Haven, CT

Library Clerk II

Who we are:

The University of New Haven, founded in 1920, is a private university whose mission is to prepare students to excel and lead purposeful and fulfilling lives in a global society. The university offers more than 150 undergraduate and graduate programs and has been recognized for academic excellence, nationally and internationally. In addition to its main campus in West Haven, the university has a campus in Tuscany, Italy. Learn more atnewhaven.edu.

The Library Clerk II assists students, faculty and other patrons in utilizing library services, locating and circulating library materials.

You will:

  • Charge and Discharge library materials, including books, laptops, course reserves, etc.

  • Place items on hold for patrons

  • Process Course Reserves

  • Update library databases as instructed

  • Record and collect fines and other paid fees

  • Respond to calls for assistance and answer directional questions from patrons

  • Provide assistance in setting up audio-visual equipment, including Microfilm and Microfiche machines

  • Assign and track usage of study rooms and library facility

  • Monitor library equipment including computers, printers, scanners, etc, and perform basic troubleshooting tasks

  • Perform administrative duties associated with the opening and closing of the library

  • Explain and enforce library policies and procedures to all patrons; monitor the library on a regular basis and report any problems

  • Shelving materials, shelf reading the various collections, shifting of collections.

  • Basic Voyager functions, such as adding patrons, collecting fines, checking in newspapers, etc.

  • Receive and process routine library material (daily newspaper, government documents, microfiches, loose-leaf collections, etc)

  • Basic Book mending

You need:

  • A minimum of one (1) year of experience working in a public library or a library in an institution of higher learning.

  • General computer skills including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.

  • Ability to type with speed and accuracy and maintain and organize files

  • Basic math and book keeping skills

  • Ability to perform light lifting, bending and reaching; ability to push a full book truck

  • Attention to detail

  • Outstanding customer service skills

  • Ability to work in a collaborative manner with peers and colleagues

  • Ability to communicate in a professional, clear and concise manner

  • Professional appearance and delivery especially when assisting students, faculty, administrators and visitors

  • Adaptable to a changing environment

Whats in it for you:

  • Health & Welfare Programs: Employees and their eligible family members, including spouses and dependent are eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Programs.

  • Wellness & Fitness: On-campus Recreation and Fitness Center for employees and families; Employee Assistant Program

  • Commitment to Educational Excellence: Tuition assistance for employees and eligible dependents; Tuition exchange opportunities

  • Employee Discounts on products, services and educational opportunities

  • Work/Life Benefits: Generous paid time off programs; progressive paid holiday schedule (including holiday break between Christmas and New Year-s); 4 weeks of parental paid leave; flexible work schedules including summer hours where applicable

*The University of New Haven is not a qualifying E-Verify employer and its use of E-Verify is limited to specific government projects. For that reason, candidates with STEM OPT authorization cannot be considered for employment.

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