Library Assistant

It's great to work at a place where people are truly committed to serving our students! We're committed to bringing passion and energy to our College.

This position reports to the Director, Libraries and is responsible for staffing the library services desk the Lower Bucks Epstein Campus and at the Newtown Campus library locations-circulates books, laptops, and other multimedia equipment using the integrated library system (ILS); assists with technology related questions; issues student ID cards, community user cards; answers directional questions; monitors library user activity; responds to library user inquiries; and may work on special projects. Answers the telephone, and directs contact inquiries from students, faculty, and community users regarding the Library and Learning Resources.

At the extension site locations, this position will be the only Learning Resources staff present and may address reference questions that do not require in-depth research. Assists students with laptops and may provide technology support when no IT Help Desk staff are scheduled. Troubleshoots copiers and printers, clears paper jams, and adds paper.

May be scheduled to open or close the library, ensuring that all equipment is operational, camera equipment is secured, and laptop computers are all accounted for. All issues/problems are communicated to the Director, Libraries.

Pre-Placement Physical is required.

Hourly Range: $17.5973 - $18.8291 (commensurate with experience)

7-12 hours per week

Minimum Qualifications:

• Associate degree or equivalent

• Ability to work independently as well as under supervision

• Capable of understanding and using various computer programs and support equipment.

• Effective customer service skills

• Ability to stand on stepstools and retrieve items from above, which require freedom of movement to reach overhead and remove an item of 10-15 pounds

• Handle items such as books and laptops weighing up to 20 pounds.

Preferred Qualification:

• Library experience

We are proud to be an organization that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Please Note: At this time, the College does not provide work visa sponsorships. To be considered for employment at Bucks County Community College, applicants must be permitted to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship.