Library Assistant II
The Milton S. Eisenhower Library is the main research library of Johns Hopkins Universitys Sheridan Libraries and Museums. We are seeking a Library Assistant II who will be located at the libraries high-density off-site storage facility, located in Laurel, Maryland and which currently holds and services a growing collection of more than 3 million volumes. Reporting to the Libraries Service Center Manager, this position is responsible for assisting in all aspects of the daily operation of the facility”including collection inventory maintenance, ingest & circulation fulfillment, and customer service”all ensuring timely and exceptional service.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Accessing, sorting, and shelving newly received materials.
- Maintaining accurate records on material location via an automated management system.
- Retrieving requested materials and preparing for shipping.
- Providing electronic delivery of paper and non-print material via fax, e-mail, and www.
- Occasional transportation assistance: loading, unloading, and driving cargo van to other library facilities.
- Other duties as assigned.
NOTE-Candidate selected for hire must have valid U.S. drivers license with a good driving record.
Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to work productively and efficiently in a time sensitive environment.
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Ability to communicate effectively.
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Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
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Commitment to a diverse and inclusive culture.
- Ability to deal with changing priorities based on user and library needs.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to operate forklift/order picker.
- Ability to lift up to 75 lbs.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School Diploma or graduation equivalent.
- Two years related experience.
- Additional education may substitute for experience to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
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Bachelors Degree
- Experience using automated library circulation systems.
- Ability to interpret bibliographic citations.
Classified Title: Library Assistant II
Role/Level/Range: ATO 37.5/02/OD
Starting Salary Range: $16.00 – $28.50 HRLY ($52,000 targeted Commensurate with experience)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F, 8:30am-5pm
Exempt Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Homewood Campus
Department name: Library Service Center
Personnel area: Libraries