Library Generalist (Part-time)

Under the general supervision of the College Librarian, support the mission of the library and college by assuring customer services and access to materials meet the needs of the community.

Essential Functions:

1. Assists students, faculty, staff, and community members with their use of library services, resources and technology, including answering general reference questions online or in person, circulating materials and shelving returns, as well as troubleshooting library technology questions (hardware, software).

2. Assists with copy cataloging and select and edit records in online catalog integrated library management system.

3. Under the direction of the College Librarian, assess, process, organize and file archival materials including scanning selected items into electronic folders.

4. Processes interlibrary loan requests for students, staff, and faculty.

5. Responsible for stack maintenance, including shelf reading and inventory of all print materials.

6. Assists with collection maintenance and deselection of library materials.

7. Create book displays and write book & DVD reviews to promote the collection.

8. Manages library social media

9. Distributes overdue notices & manages end of semester holds. 10.May assists Library Operations Specialist in hiring, training and supervising library work study employees.

10. To provide the best service to our external and internal customers, all positions at Lake Michigan College require regular and predicable on-site attendance as an essential job functions. Under certain circumstances, the College may consider alternative work arrangements and will do so in compliance with and according to the parameters outlined in the Colleges Flexible Scheduling and Remote Work Options policy.

Other Duties:

1. Participates in library special projects, as required.
2. Performs other duties as assigned.

Accountabilities:

Job Specifications:

Associates degree required. Experience working in a library and/or community college setting preferred. Knowledge of internet and electronic library research databases or similar required. Strong computer/technology skills and ability to quickly learn new technologies required. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to relate well to students, patrons, and colleagues. Requires handling of book stacks weighing up to 25 pounds. Ability to work varied hours including evenings. This is a part-time, year-round position.

Grade: Salary Range: $16.40 - $19.42

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Information on our standard hiring process: Lake Michigan College will accept applications on this position for at least 14 days. Applications will be screened for minimum qualifications as received. Once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received and sufficient diversity of applicants achieved, those applicants will be passed along to the search committee. Once the search committee has determined which applicants they would like to interview, those applicants will be contacted. If this process extends beyond 21 days, a communication of the delay will be made to all applicants for the position. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Official transcripts required upon hire.

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Open Date: 11/14/2024 Closing Date:

To apply, visit https://lmc.simplehire.com/postings/5260

About Lake Michigan College Lake Michigan College is a community college in southwest Michigan. We have three campuses --two of which are located ten minutes from our namesakes breathtaking shoreline.

Like other community colleges, we offer associate degrees, certificates, and even a baccalaureate degree. But what sets us apart from our peers is our seemingly limitless potential and our people - people who care deeply about our regions future and who are committed to student success and exemplary educational programs, strong alignments with both established and emerging industries, and productive partnerships with the communities we serve.

Faculty and staff at LMC enjoy excellent benefits and a supportive and friendly work environment. LMC recently received a Capital Outlay grant from the State of Michigan and a new millage from the southwest Michigan community, so the colleges facilities will be getting innovative, sustainable upgrades in the next few years that will contribute to the comfort, productivity and collaborative environment for all employees.

Living in Southwest Michigan Southwest Michigan attracts millions of tourists who come for our beaches, wineries, and nationally acclaimed golf courses. But many who visit, choose to stay for our great schools, low cost of living, and high quality of life.

LMCs main campus is nestled in a watery and wooded wildlife sanctuary, yet its less than a half-days drive from major metro areas including Chicago, Milwaukee, Detroit, and Indianapolis.