Vanderbilt University

Library Assistant

Vanderbilt University

Nashville, TN, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceEntry LevelHigh school or equivalent
Job Description

Vanderbilt University is looking for a motivated and organized Library Assistant to join our library team. This individual must possess strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to customer service excellence. The Library Assistant is responsible for providing library patrons with reference assistance, as well as helping them find the materials and resources they need. The ideal candidate must have a strong work ethic, excellent communication and organizational skills, and be comfortable working in a team environment. Candidates must also have some experience in a library setting and knowledge of library cataloging systems, as well as familiarity with relevant software programs.If you have a passion for helping library patrons of all ages, and a commitment to providing exceptional customer service, we’d love to hear from you!

Where is this job?
This job is located at Nashville, TN, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Ability To Work Independently And As Part Of A Team

  • Strong Customer Service Skills

  • Knowledge Of Library Systems And Databases

  • Excellent Organizational And Multitasking Abilities

  • Ability To Maintain Confidentiality

  • Ability To Use Library Software Programs

  • Ability To Follow Written And Verbal Instructions

  • Familiarity With Library Classification Systems

Required Skills
  • Troubleshooting

  • Database Management

  • Database

  • customer service

  • Technical skills

  • Scanning

  • Sorting

  • Metadata

  • Administration

  • Cataloging

  • Computer Literacy

  • Circulation

  • Searching

  • Reference

  • Interlibrary Loan

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Negotiation

  • Time management

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • Organization

  • Critical thinking

  • collaboration

  • Adaptability

  • Problem-Solving

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Library Assistant in Nashville, TN, USA is $26,000 to $38,000 per year. This figure is based on the salaries of library assistants with a minimum of one year of experience in the field.

Additional Information
Vanderbilt University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedMay 23rd, 2023
Apply BeforeMay 22nd, 2025
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About Vanderbilt University

Vanderbilt University is a private research university with approximately 6,900 undergraduates and more than 6,000 graduate and professional students. Comprised of 10 distinct schools and colleges on one centralized campus in downtown Nashville, Vanderbilt spurs—and is optimized for—cross-disciplinary research, fostering discoveries that impact society for the better.

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