Public Library Jobs in Decatur, GA (NOW HIRING)

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About Us
Augusta University is Georgia's innovation center for education and health care, training the next generation of innovators, leaders, and healthcare providers in classrooms and clinics on four campuses in Augusta and locations across the state. More than 12,000 students choose Augusta for educational opportunities at the center of Georgia's cybersecurity hub and experiential learning that blends arts and application, humanities, and the health sciences. Augusta is home to Georgia's only public academic health center, where groundbreaking research is creating a healthier, more prosperous Georgia, and world-class clinicians are bringing the medicine of tomorrow to patient care today. Our mission and values https://www.augusta.edu/about/mission.php make Augusta University an institution like no other.
Augusta University's distinct characteristics in education and research include real-world experiences and community engagement, as well as a culture of building community, corporate and government partnerships that address health, security, economic and societal concerns locally and across the state.
The University System of Georgia https://www.usg.edu/hr/orientation/welcome_to_the_board_of_regents_university_system_office is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Location
Augusta University-
Our Health Sciences Campus: 1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Our Summerville Campus: 2500 Walton Way, Augusta, GA 30904
College/Department Information
The Augusta University Libraries lead the organization in providing comprehensive resources and services in support of the education, research, and scholarship, clinical care, and outreach and economic development strategic focus areas of our research university and academic medical center.
Job Summary
The main purpose of this position is to perform Information Desk duties,stack maintenance, and other support tasks in Access Services.
Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform Information Desk duties.
• Maintain library stacks.
• Provide general support within Access Services.

RETRIEVE LIBRARY MATERIALS:

• Shelve materials according to call numbers without errors.
• Retrieve and reshelve loose library materials daily.
• Shelf-read assigned stack areas for accuracy as needed.
• Shift library materials as required.

WEEKEND AND EVENING RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work assigned weekend and evening shifts.
• Provide guidance to student assistants and/or part-time employees.
• Maintain effective control of Access Services.
• Assist Public Safety professionally and promptly in the event of theft.
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations when the Administrative Office is closed.

CIRCULATION AND ACCESS SERVICES:

• Use the Integrated Library System (ILS) to charge, discharge, and renew library materials accurately and efficiently.
• Edit and create patron records.
• Add barcodes to library resources and patron records.
• Perform other necessary ILS functions.
• Provide basic reference assistance at the Information Desk.
• Log reference assistance results in RefAnalytics.
• Complete library maintenance and light housekeeping in common areas for patron comfort and ADA compliance.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Perform other duties as assigned to support efficient library services and programming.

Required Qualifications
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent from a recognized State or Federal accredited organization.
Preferred Qualifications
Some college coursework, Library experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ABILITIES
- Organization
- Self-motivation
- Time Management
- Ability to work efficiently, independently, and collaboratively
- Ability to multi-task effectively and with flexibility in a dynamic working environment
- Demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to maintain confidential student information including references s/he checks out and area of interest.
Shift/Salary/Benefits
Shift: Days; M-F (Work outside of normal business hours may be required)
Pay Band: B1
Salary: $15.00/hourly-$16.49/hourly
Salary to be commensurate with qualifications of the selected candidate within the established range (generally minimum-midpoint) of the position
Recruitment Period: Until Filled
Augusta University offers a variety of benefits to full-time benefits-eligible employees and some of our half-time (or more) employees.
Benefits that may be elected could include health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, Teachers Retirement System (or Optional Retirement Plan), as well as earned vacation time, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays.
Also, our full-time employees who have been employed with us successfully for more than 6 months can be considered for the Tuition Assistance Program. Consider applying with us today!
Conditions of Employment
All selected candidates are required to successfully pass a Background Check review prior to starting with Augusta University.
If applicable for the specific position based on the duties: the candidate will also need to have a credit check completed for Positions of Trust and or approved departmental Purchase Card usage.
Motor vehicle reports are required for positions that are required to drive an Augusta University vehicle.
For Faculty Hires: Final candidates will be required to provide proof of completed academic degree(s) as well as post-secondary coursework in the form of original transcript(s). Those candidates trained by a foreign institution will also be required to provide an educational/credential evaluation.
All employees are responsible for ensuring the confidentiality, availability, and integrity of sensitive [patient, student, employee, financial, business, etc.] information by exercising sound judgment and adhering to cybersecurity and privacy policies during their employment and beyond.
Other Information
This position is also responsible for promoting a customer-friendly environment and providing superior service to our patients, students, faculty, and employees. "Augusta University is a patient-and family-centered care institution, where employees partner every day with patients and families for success."
Augusta University is a tobacco-free environment, and the use of any tobacco products on any part of the campus, both inside and outside, is strictly prohibited.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Augusta University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer welcoming applicants from underrepresented groups, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
How To Apply
Consider applying with us today!
Applicants are encouraged to tailor their resumes to the position of interest by clearly highlighting relevant work experience and skills gained from previous employment. Resumes should reflect how your background aligns with the qualifications and responsibilities of the role.
https://www.augusta.edu/hr/jobs/
Select University Faculty & Staff > External Applicants if you are a candidate from outside the university
Select University Faculty & Staff > Internal Applicants if you are a current university employee
If you need further assistance, please contact us at 706-721-9365