Circulation Assistant (FWS)

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Posting Details

Position Type
Federal Work-Study

Job Title
Circulation Assistant (FWS)

Posting Number
STPO091

Grade/Level
Level 4 - Specialized Student Assistant

Hourly Rate for Job Posting
9.50

Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position
01/16/2024

Posting Category
Student - Federal

Position details

Job Summary

Performs tasks that are complex and require the application of specialized skills or experience in a wide range of problem-solving situations. Positions are typically research or supervision related and require an advanced skill set.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Duties and responsibilities involve the oversight of a building, area, or special project or research with the intent of publishing in a journal or presenting at a professional event. The Specialized Student Assistant may conduct analyses of research, write and edit reports, or perform a variety of supervisory functions (interviewing, recommending employment and removal, training, scheduling, overseeing work product, and approving timesheets). This position will require a high level of contact with internal and external customers. A substantial level of team work is expected. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

Works at the Circulation Help Desk to assist users with the Library's online catalog to search for and assist patrons.

Delivers books for Library's delivery service for faculty and staff.

Browses items in "discharge" mode on the computer to record in house-library usage.

Gives informational direction to other areas of the library.

Assists patrons with copiers and Eagle card machine.

Assists patrons with handicapped doors

Runs errands to other departments across campus.

Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Minimum Requirements

Must be a current MSU student

Must maintain satisfactory academic progress

Must have or be able to successfully complete a significant amount training/certification, such as research ethics and compliance training,

Must have a high level of knowledge of the operations and policies of the unit or department

For positions that supervise, must have the ability to lead and direct others

Must possess independent judgment, discretion and decision-making skills

Must have a proven track record of meeting deadlines and working under pressure

Must be able to handle stress as well as to react quickly in emergency situations

Additional Desirable Qualifications

Physical Requirements

Work requires mobility and moderate lifting of items such as books, boxes, or computer equipment.

Working Conditions

The Circulation Desk student worker works in a designated unit that requires flexibility in scheduling and a willingness to adapt work schedule around class schedule to meet unit needs. Also requires regularly scheduled evening and/or weekend hours. The student worker must be able to interact positively and professionally with all work contacts. Requires frequent use of computer monitors and other technology. Pressures may develop due to workload, and/or interactions with public. Weather exposure is the typical building environment. Exception-Library book delivery service-books must be delivered to faculty across campus (outside of building weather conditions are applied).

Special Information/Instructions to Applicants

 Morehead State University

 06/01/2024

 Morehead,KY