Stacks Maintenance and Retrieval Assistant, Library

Welcome to Duke University, where our mission is to provide our students and faculty with the highest quality education and resources. We are currently seeking a Stacks Maintenance and Retrieval Assistant to join our library team and help us maintain a well-organized and efficient environment for our patrons. As a Stacks Maintenance and Retrieval Assistant, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our library's stacks are properly maintained and materials are readily available for use. We are looking for a detail-oriented individual who is passionate about providing top-notch service to our community. If you have a strong work ethic, excellent communication skills, and a dedication to supporting academic success, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

1. Maintain and organize library stacks according to established procedures and guidelines.
2. Monitor the condition of materials in the stacks and report any damages or issues to the appropriate staff.
3. Retrieve and reshelve materials from the stacks for patrons and staff in a timely and accurate manner.
4. Assist with inventory and collection maintenance, including shifting and weeding materials as needed.
5. Collaborate with other library staff to ensure efficient and effective use of space in the stacks.
6. Provide friendly and helpful customer service to patrons, answering questions and directing them to resources as needed.
7. Maintain accurate records of materials retrieved and shelved in the stacks.
8. Assist with special projects and tasks related to stacks maintenance, such as reorganizing sections or creating new signage.
9. Stay informed about library policies and procedures and communicate them to patrons when necessary.
10. Assist with training and supervising student workers who may also be responsible for stacks maintenance.
11. Actively participate in meetings and discussions related to improving library services and resources.
12. Remain current on trends and best practices in library stacks maintenance and retrieval.
13. Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines when handling materials.
14. Maintain a clean and organized work environment in the stacks and surrounding areas.
15. Continuously seek ways to improve and streamline stacks maintenance processes to enhance the overall library experience for patrons.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Stacks Maintenance and Retrieval Assistant, Library in Durham, NC, USA is $33,000 - $39,000 per year. This may vary depending on the specific job responsibilities, experience, and qualifications of the individual.

Duke University is a private research university in Durham, North Carolina. Founded by Methodists and Quakers in the present-day town of Trinity in 1838, the school moved to Durham in 1892. In 1924, tobacco and electric power industrialist James Buchanan Duke established The Duke Endowment and the institution changed its name to honor his deceased father, Washington Duke. Duke's campus spans over 8,600 acres (3,500 hectares) on three contiguous sub-campuses in Durham as well as a marine lab in Beaufort. The West Campus—designed largely by architect Julian Abele—incorporates Gothic architecture with the 210-foot (64-meter) Duke Chapel at the campus' center and highest point of elevation, is adjacent to the Medical Center. East Campus, 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) away, home to all first-years, contains Georgian-style architecture. The university administers two concurrent schools in Asia, Duke-NUS Medical School in Singapore (established in 2005) and Duke Kunshan University in Kunshan, China (established in 2013).