AY Cup Librarian - Art and Art History Department (WS-ST1)

Job Title: Student Cup Librarian - Art Department (WS-ST1)

Classification: Student Employee (non-exempt)

Name and Address of Employer: St. Olaf College, 1520 St. Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN 55057

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Department Name: Art and Art History Department

Unit Number (5 digits): 11111

Length of Position: See Employment Authorization

Contact Person/Supervisor: Art Dept Academic Administrative Assistant or Department Chair

Wage Range: $12.00-$13.00

Description of the Position: (Purpose of the Position)

To support the operations of the Ron Gallas Cup Library, the Cup Librarian is responsible for opening the library for checkouts, this requires showing up in advance to set up the cup library to be ready when it is listed as “Open”. During the open check out time the librarians track and organize, in the shared spreadsheet, the checkouts and returns happening. Throughout the shift student workers are tasked with maintaining a clean (dust free) and accurately arranged cup library. As cups are checked out it is the duty of the librarian to explain the contract during the checkout process. Should cups not be returned on time, the librarian is responsible for following up on the return of the checkout by emailing a reminder to return. Should a cup get returned broken, the student worker will share this with the supervisor so they can manage the payment for the replacement.

Transferable Skills:

- Organizational skills

- Communication skills

- Knowledge of ceramic artists

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Open library during weekly check out period

- Manage check outs and returns

- Keep accurate records of inventory

- Follow up on late returns

- Dust and clean when needed

- Explain the process and contract to individuals checking out the cups

- Orchestrate, with the supervisor, large group check outs for meetings across campus

Qualifications: (Education/Experience/Skills)

Organizational skills and ability to be punctual.

Ability to use Google Sheets to manage checkouts from the library

Strong communication skills to encourage people to check out cups and answer any questions

Physical and Environmental Factors: This position requires stooping, grasping/handling, lifting/carrying (< 20 lbs.). Candidates must possess the ability to safely perform the physical work required of all duties with or without reasonable accommodation.

This job description is for general information purposes. It is not intended to list all duties and responsibilities of the position. This job description is subject to change at any time by St. Olaf College, with or without prior notice.