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Library Associate (part time)

Colorado Christian University Library

8787 W. Alameda Ave., Lakewood, CO

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

$18.00 to $19.00 per Hour   Calculate

Location

Denver, CO

Hours

20.00

MLS

Not Required

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Library Experience

Preferred

Supervisory Experience

Not Required

Type of Library

Academic

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

The Library Associate is a part-time position consisting of 20 hours per week. This position will assist the Library faculty and work closely with our undergraduate and graduate students. The library staff serves 1,500 traditional undergraduate students and 7,000+ adult and distance learners with a commitment to excellence. Duties include providing Book A Librarian reference and research appointments (in person and Zoom); assisting with ILL management and webpage work as well as other duties and projects. The position's schedule is based on the CCU semester calendar (spring semester begins Jan 17, 2023) and includes a Saturday rotation and one evening/week.  

Benefits & Additional Compensation Info

Work with an enjoyable team in a Christian environment; gain great experience and apply that to your professional resume!  We're located near Belmar in Lakewood, Colorado. 

Additional Info & Requirements

We're looking for candidates who have: 

  1. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
  2. Interest in pursuing a career in librarianship and seeking an MLIS degree.
  3. Experience working in a library and doing research.
  4. Strong collaboration skills and commitment to teamwork.
  5. Flexibility and adaptability.
  6. Strong customer service focus.
  7. Self motivation and self direction. Takes initiative and completes projects in a timely manner.
  8. Ability to balance creativity and practicality.
  9. Initiative and follow through.

    Main job duties:  

1.     Interacts with the library team in person and via Zoom (meetings and chat)

2.     Serves patrons in person, over the phone and via our chat service (LibraryH3lp)

3.      Provides Book A Librarian (BAL) reference service in person and via Zoom.  The CCU Library has a standardized way of providing BAL appointment services with training provided.   

4.      Assists with Interlibrary Loan requests

5.      Works on online course and subject guides creation using LibGuides

6.      May assist to produce library tutorials using an array of software and web tools

7.      Works collaboratively on a team and independently 

8.      Builds and maintains effective relationships with faculty and students

9.    Performs other duties as assigned

The Community

Colorado Christian University is the premier interdenominational Christian university in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region, delivering world class education to thousands of students. The fully accredited, nonprofit University is located in Lakewood, Colorado, a suburb of Denver. Colorado Christian University was founded in 1914.  CCU's mission is Christ-centered higher education transforming students to impact the world with grace and truth.

Website
http://www.ccu.edu/library

Human Resources / Job Listings
https://www.ccu.edu/jobs/

HR Info

Gayle Gunderson, Dean of the Library, ggunderson@ccu.edu

Posted Dec 7, 2022