Part-Time, Law Library Information Assistant, Umkc School Of Law

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UMKC's School of Law

Job Description

UMKC School of Law is seeking a part-time Library Information Assistant to join our team. Under the supervision of the Circulation and Operations Librarian and/or other departmental staff, the employee will be responsible with assisting faculty, staff, students and the public in basic reference, circulation, and other basic library services at the Leon. E. Bloch Law Library.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Providing quality customer service to faculty, staff, students, and the public

• Circulation of materials

• Processing material requests

• Shelving and filing materials including books, pocket parts, supplements, and loose-leafs

• Applying call numbers, barcodes, labels, etc. as needed

• Tracking library statistics

• Processing materials for withdrawal

• Collection maintenance which may include, but is not limited to shifting, straightening, shelf reading, and dusting

• Participating in library and law school projects including, but not limited to large inventories, library events, and the creation of displays

• Supporting the overall cleanliness of the library by walking through the library stacks and student areas daily to keep spaces organized, clean, and neat

• Data entry and other clerical duties as assigned

Additionally, the employee may also be asked to support student library assistants with service desk coverage, assisting patrons with technical issues such as printing and scanning, directing reference questions to librarians, and directing patrons to library materials and the Self-Help Law Clinic when necessary.

Shift

Part-time (18 hours per week).

Shift(s): Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, 8:00 am - 2:30 pm (Lunch break included)

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a library, museum, or bookstore environment

• Willingness to work with diverse patrons

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Polite and professional demeanor

• Ability to successfully perform detailed work

• Microsoft Office skills

• Ability to shelve materials in alphanumeric order

• Willingness to learn

• Problem solving skills

• Ability to move wheeled book carts weighing up to 50 pounds

• Ability to work at a desk or stand while working with the collection

Anticipated Hiring Range

$15.00 - $16.00 per hour commensurate with experience, education, and internal equity.

Application Deadline

Application review to begin immediately. Position will be open until filled.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call Human Resources at 816-235-1621.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.

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