GA-Library Access Services

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Smiley Memorial Library at Central Methodist University seeks applicants for a Graduate Assistant at Smiley Library for the 2024–2025 school year.

This is a 20 hours/week, 10-month position renewable for up to two years pending an annual reviewing process. The position includes a full tuition waiver and a $7,500 stipend. Position begins August 2024.

Responsible to: Access Services Librarian

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

60% – Assist with access services (including interlibrary loan, MOBIUS and OCLC borrowing, archival management, digital resources support, and other projects) in addition to the general daily operations of Smiley Library.

40% – Supervise and delegate tasks among work-study students during evening and/or weekend hours.

MANAGERIAL/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Will delegate tasks and provide general oversight and training for work study students, whenever necessary.   This position may supervise library functions during some evening hours.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:             

Bachelor's Degree required.

Must be able to work 1-2 nights a week and/or weekends.

Must be accepted into the CMU Graduate program.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to push a full book cart.

Must be able to speak in a clear voice

Candidates should submit an application, cover letter, and resume to Human Resources.  Applications and instructions are located on the website at www.centralmethodist.edu. 

CMU Employees provide collegial, collaborative contributions to their areas and the University as a whole.  They should stimulate a harmonious, productive and inviting work environment that is customer service oriented.  Each must maintain a commitment to the mission and purposes of CMU.   Central Methodist University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.