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Houston - USA

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Not Disclosed

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Salary Not Disclosed

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is an openadmission public institution of higher education offering a highquality affordable education for academic advancement workforce training career development and lifelong learning to prepare individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in a global and technological society. Were proud to say that 98 percent of our graduates step into a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. One of the largest community colleges in the nation HCC has served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and the Schools Commission on Colleges we offer 300 associate degree and certificate programs to 75000 students across 13 Centers of Excellence and online each semester. We are proud to be No.1 among all community colleges in the nation in providing associate degrees to minorities and No.1 in educating international students with 10.4 percent of our student population from outside the USA. Our vision is to become the Employer of Choice in support of our mission for Student Success by attracting retaining and motivating the best employees.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. Youll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive administrative financial or something else youll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cuttingedge academic and career tools it also takes care of its people.

We are currently seeking a Library Assistant who will advance the institutions proud tradition of excellence in academics student life and community service.

The Opportunity

If information is power then there could be no hero mightier than a library assistant. Warning: This is not a desk job and its anything but routine. Whether youre assisting with the training and supervision of workstudy students or shelving books doing an equipment inventory or helping someone use the online catalog well depend on you to keep the library running at peak performance and ensuring library users can access the information and resources they need.

If this sounds like the role for you and youre ready to join an amazing team please apply right away.

SUMMARY
Responsible for carrying out circulation procedures both automated and manual and assisting library users as well as maintaining library files and shelves.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Assist students faculty staff and other authorized users regarding library related needs in person and via telephone.
Provide backup information and reference to library users including instruction in the use of the online catalog.
Release and receive library materials equipment etc.
Record identifying data and due date on cards to issue books to patrons.
Review automated records to compile list of overdue books and issues overdue notice to borrowers.
Inspect returned books for damage verifies due date and computes and receives overdue fines.
Sort and shelve publications according to Library of Congress Classification and other specified filing systems.
Examine materials on shelves to verify accuracy of placement.
Schedule the use of computers and performs minor maintenance of audiovisual equipment printers and other related library equipment.
Assist in the training and supervision of workstudy students.
Gather maintain and report statistical information as needed.
Perform inventory of library equipment furniture and materials under the supervision of a Librarian.
Perform clerical keyboarding duties as needed.
QUALIFICATION
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education experience knowledge skills and/or abilities required.
EDUCATION
High school or GED required.
EXPERIENCE
One (1) year experience in customer service in a library preferred.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
Experience using People Soft skill preferred.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Good oral and written communication skills
Ability to organize information
Ability to work independently
Computer skills required
Ability to interact professionally with faculty and students
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to follow any other jobrelated instructions and to perform any other jobrelated duties requested by their supervisor.
This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the countrys largest singlyaccredited openadmission community colleges offering associate degrees certificates workforce training and lifelong learning opportunities.

The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. Youll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive administrative financial or something else youll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cuttingedge academic and career tools it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

  • Fourthlargest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies second only to New York Citys 55.
  • Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
  • Overall aftertaxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
  • Houston is a majorleague sports town and dont forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
  • The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed yearround.
  • Worldrenowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its firstrate healthcare system with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nations top institutions.
  • With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area museums are a large part of Houstons cultural scene.
  • Houston is theCulture & Culinary Capital of Texaswith more than 7500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60 cuisines.

If this sounds like the role for you and youre ready to join an amazing team please apply right away.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race color religion sex gender identity and expression national origin age disability sexual orientation or veterans status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies:

Sandra B. Jacobson J.D. . SHRMSCPInterim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX 77266

713 718.8271 or

HCC values its employees and their contributions promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development and provides a positive working and learning environmentthat encourages involvement innovation and creativity.

Individuals with disabilities who require special accommodations to interview should contact (713).

Employment Type

Full Time

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