Part Time Collections & Metadata Services Assistant – Gumberg Library

Part Time Collections & Metadata Services Assistant – Gumberg Library

Salary:                      $17.50/hour
Location:                   Gumberg Library
Position Status:         Part-time, 21 hours per week           
                               
Hours:                       Varied 
Position Number:       870024      
         
FLSA Status:             Non-exempt

POSITION
SUMMARY:

The CMS Assistant is a part-time, library clerical position that reports
to the AUL for Collections & Metadata Services. The primary
functions of this position are adding data to the library’s online system (Sierra),
processing and repairing materials, and completing other projects as assigned.
The work requires attention to detail, accuracy, and organizational skills.

DUTIES
AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Creates item record and labels for materials added to the library’s online
system.

Processes
new materials; stamps books, prints spine labels; adds security stripes,
barcodes, and gift plates.

Repairs
damaged books, laminates paperbacks, uses the CoLibri cover machine and makes
phase boxes for special collection books.

Performs
quality control on new and repaired materials before they leave the department.

Completes
other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent.

Computer skills
including MS Windows, & MS Office.

Alternately, the successful candidate may possess any equivalent combination of
experience and training, which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities
required to perform the essential job functions. This includes, but is not
limited to, the following: 

The ability to
enter data accurately and resolve discrepancies according to established
procedures, to prioritize workload and complete tasks in a timely manner, to
assume new tasks, and to work as a team member; 

Ability to
communicate effectively with co-workers, staff, and student workers. Previous
library experience, especially in Cataloging or Technical Services is
desirable, and familiarity with ILS (Sierra), MARC records, and Library of
Congress Classification is preferred.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the
University Community.

Ability and willingness to contribute actively to the mission of the University
and to respect the Spiritan Catholic identity of Duquesne University.  The
mission is implemented through a commitment to academic excellence, a spirit of
service, moral and spiritual values, sensitivity to world concerns, and an
ecumenical campus community.

APPLICATION
INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants are asked to submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information
for three professional references.

Duquesne
University was founded in 1878 by its sponsoring religious community, the
Congregation of the Holy Spirit.  Duquesne University is Catholic in
mission and ecumenical in spirit.  Motivated by its Catholic identity,
Duquesne values equality of opportunity both as an educational institution and
as an employer.