Principal Responsibilities

• Provide all levels of reference and user services at the user services desk
• Monitor telephone, e-mail, and chat virtual reference
• Assist in creating and updating both web and print user guides and documentation
• Contribute to library projects as assigned. Past examples: Usability study assistance and class instruction and support

Desired

• Graduate student in library or information science preferred
• Experience or course work in one or more of these areas: reference, searching electronic databases, library services, web editing and applications, development of computer based instructional materials
• Demonstrated enthusiasm and aptitude for acquiring new skills and working effectively with users
• Demonstrated excellent time management, problem-solving, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Commitment to work for at least one year

Schedule, Salary and Benefits

20 hours a week. Salary is $11,440 based of 12 months. Flexible schedule including some weekend, evening, and holiday hours. Eligible for graduate assistant health insurance paid by library. Position starts Summer 2008.

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