Library Graduate Intern Reference and Government Documents

Job Type: Graduate Assistant
Job Number: 00417
Location: Westerville, OH
Division: Academic Affairs

DESCRIPTION


The Otterbein University Courtright Memorial Library is seeking a Library Reference and Government Documents Graduate Intern who will provide assistance to Periodicals, Government Publications and Reference Departments with functions necessary to maintain library operations by performing the following duties:

This is a part-time, non-exempt position working 20 hours a week, 12 months a year. This position reports to the Electronic Access Librarian and the Public Services Librarian.

Benefits include a bi-weekly stipend and a tuition waiver.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Staffs the reference desk; uses library resources to assist patrons with research. Assists Public Services Librarian in maintaining statistics-reference questions asked as well as library usage.

• Serves as acting keyholder and reference staff member for weekend hours (Saturday or Sunday).

• Assists with the processing of print periodicals, including shelving, removing of expired material, and shelf reading.

• Assists with the processing of materials for government publications, particularly the shipments from the Government Printing Office.

• Maintains the current government publication collection through shelving, removal of expired material, and shelf reading. Records statistics regarding collection size.

• Assists in the maintenance of catalog records for government documents.

• Periodically evaluates list of databases for accuracy.

• Assists with LibGuide maintenance and creation in Springshare

• Works as a team member of the Government Publications and Reference Departments and participates through cross training with the other staff members when needed.

• Assists in library-wide projects, particularly with periodicals materials.
  
  

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Supervises undergraduate student workers as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS


To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be available to work on the Otterbein University campus (Westerville, OH). Previous experience in a library and/or office environment preferred.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Undergraduate degree required; Must be accepted into one of the following programs:

• Master of Art in Teaching at Otterbein University
• Master of Art in Education program at Otterbein University
• Master of Science in Nursing at Antioch University
• Master of Athletic Training at Antioch University
• Master of Allied Health at Antioch University
• Master of Business Administration/Management at Antioch University

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Must be competent in general math.

TECHNICAL SKILLS: Ability to apply knowledge of office functions, library methods and techniques to perform duties. Must take pride in and be thorough in quality of work produced; must be able to use general office equipment and Microsoft Office software. Must possess excellent organizational skills; must possess ability to supervise others; must be accurate in work performed.

REASONING ABILITY: Must be discrete and keep confidential information and materials; must possess excellent attention to detail; must be a team player and interact collegially with co-workers and other constituencies.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must be able to spend prolonged periods of time working on an office PC; able to reach, lift up to 20 pounds, travel throughout office to use other office equipment; must be able to hear and make self heard by co-workers and other constituencies; must be able to see to process work that the position is responsible for completing; must be able to work under deadlines with constant interruptions. Must be able to meet regular and predictable attendance standards.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION


This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty that will be required of positions that will be given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind of level of difficulty.

Otterbein University is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer.

Otterbein University is committed to providing a welcoming environment free from unlawful discrimination. To this end, the University prohibits any form of discrimination against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, gender, pregnancy, religion, creed, marital status, partnership status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, disability, military status, or any other legally protected status in its programs and activities. However, the University's commitment to a nondiscriminatory environment is not intended to abridge unduly its commitment to academic freedom, free speech, or its educational mission. Inquiries or complaints regarding any form of discrimination or harassment may be directed to: Human Resources


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