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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Madlyn L. Hanes Library at Penn State Harrisburg seeks a motivated and responsible individual to work part-time in the Access Services Department.

Responsibilities

• Open and/or close the library during scheduled work hours
• Provide services to campus and community patrons.
• Perform circulation desk functions (check materials in/out, collect fines and fees, register new borrowers, and process daily circulation reports).
• Answer general information and basic reference questions.
• Manage undergraduate student assistants.
• Report on any library maintenance, equipment, and security issues.
• Assist in special projects.

This position is for approximately 20 hours a week. The rate of pay is $15/hour. Applicants should be available to work during the academic school year, semester breaks, and over the summer. During the fall and spring semesters, the person in this position must work Mondays from 2:00 pm to 10:00 pm and Saturdays 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. During the summer sessions and holiday breaks, work schedules are based upon the library’s operating hours.

Candidates must have strong interpersonal and computer skills, and the ability to collaborate with individuals from diverse backgrounds. Minimum job requirements include excellent customer service skills, a high degree of dependability and flexibility, and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Previous library experience preferred.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service