Evening Operations Assistant - Library Assistant 3

Library Assistant 3

High School diploma or equivalent and three years of library or relevant experience; or an Associates degree and one year of relevant experience; or any equivalent combination of experience training and/or education.

PLEASE NOTE:
The regular Fall and Spring semester workdays for this position are Sunday through Thursday 4:15pm-1:15am except during intersessions holidays and when there are other changes in the George A. Smathers Libraries operating hours. Summer hours are Sunday-Thursday: 2:15pm to 11:15pm.

JOB SUMMARY
This position supports the Humanities and Social Sciences Library West branch by performing a range of public service programming and technical duties. The role ensures continuity of public and informational services during evening hours. Key responsibilities include staffing the circulation desk assisting with the supervision of student assistants overseeing evening closing procedures processing patron material requests and monitoring building and equipment conditions. This position plays a vital role in maintaining a welcoming and efficient library environment during evening operations.

• Serves as evening shift lead in the provision of research assistance. Assists users with basic research resources and methods use of print and electronic resources and online catalogs; provides appropriate referral to area and subject specialists.
• Holds regular shifts for UFs Ask-A-Librarian chat reference service and other non-traditional research services.
• Assists patrons in locating library materials and in use of library technologies such as digital microform readers.
• Provides support for Library West instruction program assisting with information literacy and outreach sessions scheduled during evening hours.

Building Operations

• Assists with operation and maintenance of public workstations scanners and printers. Documents and responds to technology problems by submitting online service requests via online ticketing system to UFIT-Academic Technology or to Libraries Technical Services as appropriate.
• Makes requests for facilities and/or physical plant assistance as needed; documents and responds to building problems by submitting online service requests or by contacting campus emergency services for issues requiring immediate attention (i.e. flooding power outages door locks).
• Works with patrons and contracted security to address building issues.
• Enforces library and computer use policies including food/drink policy.
• Updates and informs unit heads of any building service issues or events that may have occurred during the evening hours and helps monitor facility operations and library equipment within Library West.

Participates in other branch and library activities

• Contributes to documentation of unit and departmental policies and procedures.
• Cross-trains to serve as backup for other unit staff responsibilities and tasks.
• Serves on UF Libraries Accessibility Advisory Committee and other committees as appropriate.
• Participates in staff development opportunities.
• Other duties as assigned.

High School diploma or equivalent and three years of library or relevant experience; or an Associates degree and one year of relevant experience; or any equivalent combination of experience training and/or education.

• Customer service experience in a high traffic public context.
• Detail-oriented and able to check own work for accuracy.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to transfer and communicate information in a variety of accessible methods.
• Strong multitasking skills ability to plan and organize work effectively and to assign priorities to tasks.
• Excellent computer skills including experience with Microsoft software and MS Teams or similar collaborative or productivity applications; familiarity with integrated library systems such as Alma.
• Flexibility and ability to adapt and work in a rapidly changing environment and commitment to continual professional development.
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills including oral and written communication.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively to accomplish goals.
• Commitment to contributing to a respectful and caring community for all. Skilled at fostering teamwork among others and the ability to interact and collaborate effectively with colleagues and library users to accomplish goals.

Application Process

To apply submit

• a cover letter detailing your interest in and qualifications for this position
• your current resume or CV
• a list of three references including their contact information (telephone number and email address)

Apply by 11:55 pm (EST) on the application close datevia the Jobs at UF online application will be reviewed as received. If you have any questions or concerns about this process please contact Tina Marie Litchfield George A. Smathers Libraries Human Resources Office at .

This position is eligible for Veterans preference. If you are claiming Veterans preference please upload a copy of your DD 214 Member Copy 4 with your application for consideration. See our Veterans Preference Pagefor more specific information.

Application must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.