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Library Assistant 2 - Mansfield

For full consideration, applications must be received by April 8, 2026. Finalists for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process. Completing this search is contingent upon available funding.

Posting Details

Posting Number - S356

Classification Title - Library Assistant 2

Working Title - Library Assistant 2 - Mansfield

Department - Library Public Services

Home Campus - Mansfield

City - Mansfield

State - Pennsylvania

Zip Code - 16933

Bargaining Unit - AFSCME - Agreement

Work Location - Home Campus

Position Type - Staff

Temporary/ Permanent - Permanent

Full-time/ Part-time - Full-Time

Benefits - The Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education provides a comprehensive package of employer benefits to eligible employees and their enrolled dependent(s), which include*: Medical and prescription drug benefits. Generous retirement plans, two options: Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP) State Employees' Retirement System (SERS) Tuition benefits for employees and dependents. Paid time off. Employer-paid dental and vision benefits. Employer-paid life insurance. Voluntary insurances and additional retirement programs. *Specific benefits may vary based upon university, employee group and/or collective bargaining unit. Visit: http://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/syshr/healthcare/Pages/Summary-of-Benefits.aspx for additional information regarding benefits. To be eligible for most benefits, you must be a permanent, full-time employee (including temporary, full-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) or a permanent, part-time employee (including temporary, part-time faculty with at least an academic year contract) who is scheduled to work every pay period for at least 50% of full-time hours.

Start Time - 13:00

End Time - 21:00

Hours Per Week - 37.5 hours per week

Days Worked (Check all that apply) - Sun, Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs

Salary - $40,685.00

Anticipated Start Date - April 2026

Anticipated End Date - N/A

Position Summary Information

Position Purpose - Provides direct public services at the Circulation Desk and assists the Daytime and Evening Circulation Supervisors to ensure that patrons are able to use the building and the library's resources productively, appropriately, and safely. This position is considered an essential personnel position.

Description of Duties - ACCESSSERVICES Assists the Daytime and Evening Library Technicians in the overall operation of the Library, including, but not necessarily limited to, greeting patrons; providing directional assistance; explaining and enforcing policies and guidelines that enable patrons to use the building and its resources productively, appropriately, and safely; responding to patron concerns; problem solving; making appropriate referrals; and overseeing the circulation of materials. Provides basic assistance to patrons in using collections and materials and basic assistance to patrons in using associated equipment such as microform reader/printers, photocopiers, scanners, and computers, while making appropriate referrals to library faculty, technology staff, and other library and university units. Assists with Stacks Maintenance—i.e., maintaining the condition and appearance of the physical collections, including, but not limited to, shelf-reading, shifting, and straightening. In cooperation with the Daytime and Evening Library Technicians, makes and posts signs in the library to keep library patrons informed—for example, to indicate a change in library hours. Assists the Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Technician, as needed, in operating an efficient interlibrary loan system for the CU Libraries by participating in the verification of bibliographic information through both computerized and print sources; helping to locate appropriate lenders; and transmitting requests for material to them in an effective and timely manner. Serves as back-up to the Daytime Circulation Coordinator in maintaining the Reserve Collection. This includes identifying and inputting materials into Alma, removing materials as necessary, and serving as the library's liaison to the faculty who requested materials to be placed on reserve. Assists with the creation of library displays. Assists with planning and set-up of library events. Assists with resetting passwords unique to the library for Community Borrowers. Assists with keeping all public machines (printers, copiers, microfilm and microfiche readers, etc.) in working order. In times of staff shortage, this person's first priority is to staff the Circulation Desk. OTHER Cooperates with colleagues across all Commonwealth University (CU) campuses to ensure smooth operation of CU Libraries. Contacts Facilities and/or Campus Police in emergencies—for example, reporting a burst water line that presents an immediate danger to library collections, patrons, and/or staff.

Decision Making - Based on established policies and guidelines, the person in this position responds immediately to patron concerns. Should the patron concern remain unresolved, the person in this position refers the patron to the appropriate library staff, faculty, or Director. In matters of policy or procedural changes, decisions are made in consultation with immediate supervisor and with members of the CU Libraries Circulation Team and, when needed, with the Associate Directors and Director of the CU Libraries.

Fiscal Responsibility - Assists with accepting payments of fines and fees at the Circulation Desk.

Supervisory Responsibility - Assists the Daytime and Evening Library Technicians in coordinating and overseeing student work in the Library.

Minimum Requirements Profile - Two years of library clerical experience; or one year as a Library Assistant 1. An associate degree or equivalent training with major course work in library science may be substituted for the required experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicant Rating Criteria

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities - Ability to be self-motivated, detail-oriented, organized, and manage multiple projects and duties. Ability to present ideas clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to use word processors, spreadsheets, and other software and equipment used by library patrons. Must be comfortable using and learning new technologies as needed. Must be able to work well with non-technical patrons. Ability to balance a service-orientation with the teaching function of an academic library. Ability to access and research information in electronic and print sources. Knowledge of library techniques, procedures, and references used in circulating and maintaining library materials. Ability to apply library methods and principles of circulation and providing patron service. Knowledge of skills required to effectively use an automated library system. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other library personnel and the public. Ability to work with electronic/mechanical equipment and the ability to make minor repairs such as clearing paper jams, changing developers and toners, maintaining paper supplies, etc. Ability to interact effectively with the diverse populations who come to the library. Reliability in attendance and performance of duties. Ability to ensure confidentiality and discretion in the dissemination of sensitive information.

Essential Functions - 1. Sitting – 80%; walking – 10%; standing – 10% 2. Working indoors – 95% and Outdoors (for errands) – 5% 3. Frequent lifting of objects weighing less than 5 pounds 4. Occasional lifting of objects weighing 25 pounds 5. Reaching for objects at, above, and below shoulder 6. Occasionally twisting at waist, and stretching to reach objects 7. Basic math skills and reading skills including understanding written documents 8. Writing skills in preparing and organizing documents 9. Sensory skills, i.e. visual, hearing, and speaking 10. Keyboard skills

Posting Detail Information

Open Date mm-dd-yyyy - 03/26/2026

Close Date mm-dd-yyyy

Open Until Filled - Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants - For full consideration, applications must be received by April 8, 2026. Finalists for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process. Completing this search is contingent upon available funding.

Background Clearances - Offers of employment are conditional, pending successful completion of the background clearances mandated by Act 153 of 2014 and Board of Governors Policy 2014-01-A: Protection of Minors. In order to qualify for a provisional appointment, the Applicant Acknowledgement Consent Form, Provisional Hire Form, Pennsylvania State Police and Justifacts portion of the clearance process must be successfully completed prior to your start date. The remaining PA Child Abuse History Clearance and FBI Clearance must be successfully completed and returned as soon as possible within the first 90 days of employment.

Diversity Statement - At Commonwealth University we recognize our responsibility to continuously support a living, learning, and working environment that values the diverse contributions from all members of our campus community. Our commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion enriches our campus community and is instrumental to