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Library Assistant

Overview

Date Posted:

10/29/2025

Location:

LECOM Bradenton Dental School

Address:

4800 Lakewood Ranch Boulevard

City:

Bradenton

State:

FL

Country:

United States of America

Category:

Education

Employment Status:

Full-time

Description

JOB SUMMARY: The Library Assistant provides support to students, faculty and staff within the Learning Resource Center in the areas of circulation; using reserve collections; reading room supervision; and other duties as assigned. Hours are 02:30pm to 10:00pm Monday thru Friday.

CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

+ Administration of the library in the absence of the department head;

+ Participates in all the work at the circulation desk such as processing interlibrary loans, and reserving books…etc.;

+ Supervises computer use and train others in the use of the computer; instructs patrons in the use of media and equipment and operates equipment, answers telephone, receives overdue items…etc.;

+ Orients patrons to the library by informing them of services available and the location of media, and by recommending media and by explaining use of the Public Access catalog;

+ Records departmental statistics;

+ Compiles and maintains reserve books.

+ Administration of the Papercut printing system. Assists patrons with printing.

+ Acts as departmental representative with faculty, staff and visitors in a professional, friendly manner at all times;

+ Provides support for the professional activities within the Learning Resource Center (“LRC”) users in the areas of circulation, using reserve collections and reading room supervision;

+ Prepares new acquisition lists, bibliography, user statistics, and binding preparation;

+ Assists users with use of electronic resource/database accessible from the LRC computers;

+ Ensures compliance with Internal, State and Federal Regulations;

+ Follows proper OSHA and safety guidelines;

+ Properly use, maintain, and protect equipment; and

+ Performs other duties needed and/or assigned for the department needs.

EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Minimum Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

+ Effective communication skills, both written and verbal;

+ Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast paced environment;

+ Confident in handling ambiguity and fluid situations and have an abundance of common sense and pragmatism;

+ Ability to work with individuals at all levels in the organization and throw equal enthusiasm behind the more routine, hands-on activities, as well as those requiring a higher profile;

+ Organizational skills; must be accurate and attentive to detail;

+ Ability to maintain an established work schedule; assess and prioritize multiple tasks and demands;

+ Interpersonal skills to include tact and diplomacy;

+ Organizational and planning skills, including attention to detail and follow-through;

+ Strong computer literacy and accurate data entry skills;

+ Maintain confidentiality of work related information and materials;

+ Establish and maintain effective working relationships;

+ Flexibility to accept other duties needed/assigned for the department needs;

+ Ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations;

+ Ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM; and

+ Ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : Education and experience equivalent to: High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience working in a customer service oriented environment required. Familiarity with academic or medical/dental information center, library or learning resource center preferred.