Student Technician (Central Circulation)

Central Circulation, Suzzallo

Student Technician

9 January 2013

$9.19 per hour.

13 to 19.5 hours per week

Monday through Sunday

• Staff a public service desk
• Perform simple and more complex circulation functions
• Provide patrons with information about library policies, services and procedures
• Use standard computer applications (word processing, database, telecommunications, Web browsers) to perform duties
• Use bibliographic tools, Web-based resources and library files to assist patrons with quick general information, direction and referral
• Issue borrowing privileges to UW students, faculty, staff, alumni and Friends of the UW Libraries
• Counsel patrons regarding library fines and issue Appeal forms
• Perform basic office support functions
• Assist with special projects and other Circulation duties as assigned

• This position requires good communication skills and the ability to work with a diverse clientele. Must be able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Position requires attention to detail and the ability to follow direction and procedures accurately.
• Work at this level requires the performance of varied and moderately complex duties involving a substantial degree of responsibility and judgment.
• Work is performed under general supervision. Duties may include working independently at our Circulation desk or working alone in the unit.
• Student Technicians must successfully complete approximately 60 hours of on-the-job training for desk.
• Student will continue to perform the duties of a Student Assistant in addition to the more complex duties of a Student Technician.

To apply: Submit all items listed below by uploading them to the Library student employment online dropbox. To ensure full  consideration, complete the application form using Adobe Reader - some programs, including versions of Mac Preview, are not fully compatible with PDF forms.

1. Application form (use adobe reader to complete)

Selected applicants will be contacted for an interview. In most cases a hire is made within two weeks after the close date.