Circulation Assistant, Graduate Theological Union, Berkeley, CA

The Flora Lamson Hewlett Library at the Graduate Theological Union seeks a full time (37.5 hours per week) Circulation Assistant at the Library Assistant II level.

Responsibilities:

• Assist patrons at Circulation/Reserves desk using automated circulation system (INNOPAC/Millennium).
• Maintain current knowledge of all standard policies and procedures; be able to clearly explain policies to library patrons.
• Train and direct student circulation assistants as assigned.
• Oversee security of the building at night and on weekends and perform opening and closing procedures (some evening and weekend hours required).
• Issue library cards according to established procedures, including entry and updating of online patron records.
• Perform stacks maintenance tasks, as needed.
• Answer circulation phone, referring to other departments/units, as appropriate.
• Instruct the public in the use of photocopiers, microform reader/printers, and audiovisual equipment.
• Perform interlibrary loan procedures and manage missing/search procedures as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• College degree or equivalent coursework.
• Service orientation and demonstrated ease in working with the public.
• Ability to work cooperatively with staff.
• Ability to set priorities and work independently.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated computer experience.
• Familiarity with Library of Congress call numbering system and with online library catalogs.
• Attention to detail.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with automated circulation system.
• Experience with interlibrary loans and OCLC.
• Experience training and directing the work of student assistants.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel.

Starting Salary: $25,906 DOE. Excellent benefits package.

To Apply:

Applications must be received by February 9, 2006.

To apply, please send a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses (if available) of three references to:

Amy Kumar, Head of Access Services
Graduate Theological Union Library
2400 Ridge Road
Berkeley, CA 94709
akumar@gtu.edu

The Graduate Theological Union is a national and international center for graduate theological study, clergy education, and applied research and public policy formation in religion and society. The GTU community consists of approximately 130 faculty, 1300 students and 125 staff. The Library staff serves the research, teaching, and study needs of the consortium, and provides reference assistance to local religious leaders, the general public, and students from other institutions within the Bay Area. The GTU Library has an annual circulation of 71,500 items. This position offers an exciting opportunity in a religious and culturally diverse environment to participate in the continuing development of the largest theological library in the western United States.

http://www.gtu.edu/library/

The GTU is an Equal Opportunity Employer