Library Assistant for Circulation, Biddle Law Library

Welcome to the Biddle Law Library at the University of Pennsylvania! We are currently seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join our team as a Library Assistant for Circulation. The ideal candidate will have a passion for providing exceptional customer service, strong attention to detail, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. As the Library Assistant, you will play a crucial role in helping our patrons access the resources they need. If you are a team player with a love for books and a desire to contribute to the academic success of our community, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.

1. Provide exceptional customer service to patrons of the Biddle Law Library.
2. Assist patrons with checking out and returning library materials.
3. Process library materials and ensure they are properly shelved and organized.
4. Maintain accurate circulation records and assist with inventory management.
5. Answer patron inquiries and direct them to appropriate resources.
6. Troubleshoot technical issues related to library resources and equipment.
7. Collaborate with other library staff to ensure smooth operations and efficient workflows.
8. Maintain a clean and organized circulation desk and work area.
9. Assist with training and supervising student workers in circulation tasks.
10. Keep up-to-date with library policies and procedures and communicate them to patrons.
11. Participate in library outreach and promotional activities.
12. Handle financial transactions, including collecting fines and fees.
13. Provide support for special projects and events as needed.
14. Continuously strive to improve processes and procedures to enhance the patron experience.
15. Uphold the mission and values of the Biddle Law Library and the University of Pennsylvania.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Library Assistant for Circulation, Biddle Law Library in Philadelphia, PA, USA is $30,000-$40,000 per year. However, this can vary depending on factors such as experience, education, and location. Some Library Assistants in similar positions may earn salaries upwards of $50,000 per year.

The University of Pennsylvania, often abbreviated simply as Penn or UPenn, is a private Ivy League research university in Philadelphia. It was one of nine colonial colleges chartered prior to the U.S. Declaration of Independence when Benjamin Franklin, the university's founder and first president, advocated for an educational institution that trained leaders in academia, commerce, and public service. Penn identifies as the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, though this representation is challenged by other universities. Benjamin Franklin and other Philadelphians established the university in 1749, which would make it the fifth-oldest institution of higher education. The university has four undergraduate schools and 12 graduate and professional schools. Schools enrolling undergraduates include the College of Arts and Sciences, the School of Engineering and Applied Science, the Wharton School, and the School of Nursing. Among its highly ranked graduate schools are its law school, whose first professor James Wilson participated in writing the first draft of the U.S. Constitution, its medical school, the first in North America, and Wharton, the nation's first collegiate business school.