Part-Time Library Operations Specialist
$39,520–$50,440 year
On-siteMain, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Job Summary
Oversee daily library operations by supervising 20+ student employees across three service points and providing front-line customer service to the AU community. Conduct routine building inspections to ensure clean, welcoming spaces, reporting maintenance issues, equipment malfunctions, and pest concerns to appropriate staff for timely resolution. Monitor library conditions to deter theft and vandalism, respond to emergency situations, and assist patrons with basic catalog searches. Train student staff on proper service point staffing, evaluate their performance, and represent library leadership during evening and weekend shifts. Assist with event setup, building signage, and the implementation of building policies.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree
- 1 - 3 years of relevant experience
- Must be able to work several shifts not to exceed 27 hours per week
- Must be available to work evening and weekend hours
- Must be able to work Monday through Sunday
- Must be available between the hours of 7:30am and 10:30pm
- Must be able to deliver services from the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university
- Must be able to complete a background check
- Must be able to work as a union employee (SEIU Local 500)
Desired Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree from American University
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