TES Library Assistant

• Assistance in the place of a regular employee who is absent for a specified period of time
• Additional assistance during periods of abnormal or peak workloads
• Assistance with special projects
• Seasonal work
• Emergencies

• Oversee and maintain library collections and physical processing operations for General, Oversize, Portfolio, Materials Lab, Reference, and Periodicals collections. Identify items requiring repair and perform archival-quality repairs using pH-neutral materials; coordinate advanced repairs with Ralph Brown Draughon Library; receive and process new materials; photograph and catalog items in DeepSpace; coordinate with Collections Discovery and Resources; organize and manage periodical documentation and binding; and conduct annual inventory of library materials by coordinating inventory reports with LibHelp and Collections Discovery and Resources, reconciling physical holdings with database records, and resolving discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate cataloging, circulation, and access records by troubleshooting Voyager and holding record issues; updating item statuses, barcodes, and catalog records; managing fines and resolving disputes in accordance with library policies; tracking door counts and circulation statistics; and generating statistical and operational reports in collaboration with LibHelp and supervisor-directed initiatives.
• Coordinate resource sharing and academic support services by facilitating Interlibrary Loan, AubieExpress, and Courier services; collaborating with College of Architecture, Design, and Construction (CADC) faculty to process course reserves, update Voyager records, apply reserve labeling, and ensure timely access to materials; and processing and submitting CADC theses for binding.
• Support daily operations and staff supervision by performing opening procedures; assisting patrons at the circulation help desk and co-supervising student workers in coordination with the Student Supervisor; troubleshooting technical and facilities issues; managing access to library and gallery spaces; monitoring equipment and workstations; maintaining shelving accuracy and digital/physical signage alignment; supporting weekend operations as needed; and ensuring overall operational readiness.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent plus 2 years of experience OR
• Associate’s degree OR
• Bachelor’s degree

Substitution allowed for Experience: When a candidate has the required education, but lacks the required experience, they may normally apply additional appropriate education toward the experience requirement, at a rate of one (1) year relevant education per year of required experience.

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