Regenstein Circulation Evening and Weekend Supervisor

Responsibilities

• Supervises the work of clerical staff and serves as the supervisor in charge of the Regenstein Library. Oversees the building security, resolves problems and appeals related to entry policies.
• Responsible for executing opening or closing procedures. Promptly reports building issues to Library and University Facilities Services and provides initial response to emergencies.
• Enforces policies that support a scholarly environment. Resolves problems professionally and with tact and/or refers patrons' concerns to other campus entities (Dean on Call, UCPD, etc.) when appropriate. Documents and reports incidents.
• Troubleshoots library technology including public access workstations, micro-media readers, compact shelving, printers, and a/v equipment.
• Provides excellent customer service by answering patron questions related to access services, overdue books, recalls, reserve problems, and fines in person, over the phone, and via online ticketing system. Responsible for collection of fines and fees.
• Routes questions to appropriate resources as needed, if beyond the supervisor's area of expertise, responsibility or knowledge. Documents and updates departmental procedures accordingly.
• Manages daily circulation workflow including lending of materials awaiting pickup, course reserves, and general collections.
• Provides supervisory coverage for Mansueto Circulation on an as needed basis due to staffing absences/vacancies.
• Trains, supervises, and helps track attendance and performance of student counter attendants (approximately 20 part-time student employees). Coaches and directs student counter attendants in maintaining Circulation policies and customer service standards.
• Responsible for answering patron questions related to Access Services and serves as a resources for other questions related to other Library services.
• Distributes work to and monitors the work done by student counter attendants; troubleshoots equipment as needed.
• Performs other related work as needed.

Requirements

• Education:
• Minimum requirements include vocational training, apprenticeships or the equivalent experience in related field (not typically required to have a four-year degree).
• Work Experience:
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
• Certifications:
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• College degree.
• Experience in a library, or related environment.
• Previous experience directing or supervising the work of others.
• Significant customer service experience.
• Experience with MS Office, email, and internet work applications.
• Preferred Competencies
• Give and receive direction, work with a high degree of independence, and collaborate effectively as part of a diverse team.
• Serve patrons and enforce library policies with clarity, consistency, patience, and empathy.
• Manage staff and projects in alignment with departmental priorities.
• Identify, respond to, and refer issues while exercising discretion and sound judgment.
• Communicate clearly and professionally in spoken and written.
• Working Conditions
• 100% onsite.
• Weekly Schedule for Position 1: Wednesday, Thursday 8:00pm - 12:00am | Fr

Benefits

Additional Information

Department Library C & A - Access Serv - Coll Mgmt & Circ - Regenstein Circ About the Department Widely known as guardian of one of the largest academic library collections in North America, the University of Chicago Library is redefining its role as a provider of services within an increasingly open global knowledge ecosystem. We value open and equitable access to knowledge, freedom of speech and inquiry, and working in partnership within and beyond the UChicago community. We are creating a working environment that embraces innovation and respect and that celebrates and develops staff. As part of the University of Chicago, we offer a wide variety of strong benefits and programs to academics and staff. From a choice of comprehensive health plan options and wellness programs, short and long-term disability insurance, continuing education opportunities including educational assistance plans, competitive retirement plans and paid time off (vacation, personal and university holidays), we're committed to providing benefits and a work environment that matters! Job Summary Reporting to the Head of Regenstein Circulation & Building Resources, this position oversees building security and enforces policies that support a scholarly environment in the Library. As one of the supervisors in charge of the Regenstein and Mansueto Libraries, the role oversees the work of clerical staff and shares responsibility for hiring, training, and supervising student circulation staff. The position also oversees the lending of materials from the Regenstein including course reserves and materials awaiting pickup. In addition, the role answers patron questions related to access services and serves as a resource for inquiries regarding other Library services.

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