We invite applications for the full-time Evening Circulation Services Clerk.
The Evening Circulation Services Clerk works under the supervision of the Circulation Services Coordinator to perform the duties listed below.
Essential Duties:
Provides patron assistance at the Circulation Desk. This includes:
Conducting circulation transactions (charging, discharging, reviewing, recalling, placing holds, and collecting fines and fees).
Registering new patrons.
Assisting with maintaining equipment (i.e. photocopiers, laptop computers, IPads, security gates), replenishing supplies, and reporting equipment malfunctions.
Answering telephone calls and assisting with circulation questions. Referring reference questions to Research and Scholarly Services.
Assisting with the sending of faxes.
Responding to and documenting violations of theft and damage to Library materials.
Processing monetary transactions.
Assisting patrons with use of the public catalog for finding material, especially reserves.
Maintains good order in the Library stacks. This includes:
Supervising work study students’ re-shelving of materials, and re-shelving materials in the absence of student assistants.
Overseeing the condition of materials on the shelves, including the pulling of books for mending.
Supervising small shifts of the collection to ease crowding. Participation in the planning and execution of larger collection shifts as needed, including any related furniture layout/repositioning.
Maintaining the New Book Shelves.
Assists with the supervision of student employees, including training and assigning work. Communicates with students about departmental issues in person and via the Circulation Services Blog. Monitors student attendance.
Closes the library building by unlocking/locking specific doors and gates and adjusting elevator settings.
Participates in the maintenance of basement storage, which includes materials from the collection and Friends of the Library Book Sale Materials. This includes:
Serving as a point person for book donors, including collecting information for acknowledgment letters and coordinating the pick-up of gift books if needed.
Selecting materials for the Friends Book Sale shelves.
Trainings/Supervising students who search the Library catalog to determine if gift books are candidates for addition to the collection.
Assisting in the set up and take down of the annual Friends Book Sale.
Additional Responsibilities:
Oversees and is responsible for Library services and building operations during evening hours when Research and Scholarly Services Librarians are not present.
Selects materials and produces posters for special displays.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Education Requirements:
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferred Education:
Bachelor’s degree
Minimum Job Experience Requirements:
Minimum of 4 months library work experience; including familiarity with an automated library circulation system, on-line catalog searching, Internet searching, and use of Microsoft Office.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience working with/supervising college age students.
Additional Skills Required:
Ability to communicate effectively with a wide variety of users – students, faculty, administration, and public patrons, and to handle communications with tact, courtesy and discretion.
Ability to instruct/direct student work.
Excellent organizational/record-keeping skills.
Must be able to lift and move heavy cartons of books, weighing up to 40 lbs.
Must be able to respect, support and contribute to the University’s Catholic and Jesuit mission.
Schedule/Work Hours: Sun-Thurs 3:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. (35 hours per week), with some fluctuations in the summer and at exam times.
The University is a Catholic and Jesuit University animated by the spiritual vision and the tradition of excellence characteristic of the Society of Jesus and those who share in its way of proceeding. The University is a community dedicated to the freedom of inquiry and personal development fundamental to the growth in wisdom and integrity of all who share it its life. As a Catholic and Jesuit institution of nearly 4,000 undergraduate and more than 1,500 graduate students, The University of Scranton delivers a meaningful education that challenges its students morally, spiritually, and intellectually.
The University of Scranton is committed to providing a safe and nondiscriminatory employment and educational environment. The University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other status protected by law. Sexual harassment, including sexual violence, is a form of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational, extracurricular, athletic, or other programs or in the context of employment. The University of Scranton is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Educator. Veterans, minority persons, women, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Interested applicants must apply online at https://universityofscrantonjobs.com. Please provide a resume, cover letter, and a list of three (3) references which include contact information. The position will be open until filled. Review of applications will begin on Wednesday, December 16, 2020.
For questions regarding this position, please contact the search committee chair: Patricia Savitts, Circulation Services Coordinator, The University of Scranton, Weinberg Memorial Library, patricia.savitts@scranton.edu.
Author: Mrs. Patricia A. Savitts
Summer 2020 Borrowing Prodedure
Hello!
We’ve missed you and though we’d love to see you all in person again, it’s just not possible at this time to allow patrons inside the building. Some Library Faculty and Staff have returned to working part-time in the Library building. Currently, Circulation Services Staff are working staggered hours and will be here to assist you during these hours:
Monday through Thursday, 8am – 7pm and Friday, 8am – 4:30pm
If you would like to borrow from the Circulating Collection or from Media, simply ‘place a hold’ on the item(s) you would like to borrow from our catalog. Your items will be selected, packaged and labeled with your name. They will be placed on a table in the foyer. You will be notified when your item(s) are available for pickup. You may pick up your items during the hours listed above.
For further assistance, you can contact us at 570-941-7524 or circulation@scranton.edu.
Thank you for your patience as we learn to continue providing our services as safely as possible!
Are My Library Materials Overdue?
You may be concerned that your books are stamped with a due date that has passed and you haven’t been able to renew them since the Library closed on March 17 due to Covid 19. Please rest assured that all due dates have been adjusted on our end and we will continue to adjust due dates for as long as necessary. When the Library is able to become fully functional again, we will have a process in place for accepting returns safely with no fines attached. Until then, stay safe and well. No worries.
Spotlight on Student Worker George Ebeid
When I first met George Ebeid of Tobyhanna, PA, he was a freshman and a little shy and nervous about working in C
irculation Services. I knew that if he was at all like his brothers who worked here before him, John and Peter, he would work out just fine. That he did. George loves to learn “new stuff” and he learns well. He is very deliberate in his work and always accurate. Working in customer service, he began to enjoy meeting and interacting with new people. He learned to be himself and that helped him personally as well as in his job performance. A most faithful worker, his attendance record is almost perfect! You can always count on George to show up bright and early in the morning, ready to get to work.
George has studied hard and will receive his degree in Electrical Engineering. He is a member of the IEEE (Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers) Club. Some of his hobbies include drawing, bird watching and programming. He has spent the past two years working on programming a game in C++. Of course he likes to read and his favorite book is George Orwell’s 1984.
George is in the process of job searching in the Philadelphia area. After graduation, he plans to move there with his brother John. After a few years of work experience, his plan is to go on to Grad school. I see a bright future for him. We wish him all the best!
Spotlight on Student Worker Erica Westlake
We first met Erica Westlake of West Chester, PA during her Summer orientation when she visited the Library with her mom. While Erica inquired about a work study position in Circulation Services, her mom was concerned about a broken window that she discovered outside over the patio exit. We made two good discoveries that day! Erica applied and began working with us the following Fall semester. Like her mom, she has great attention to detail and it’s evident in her work here. She keeps herself informed of current policies and procedures in order to provide the best possible customer service experience. Some of the things she enjoys most about working in the library is chatting with patrons and co-workers and helping Barb Evans set up displays.
Erica majors in Biology and Philosophy. Her favorite class was Dr. Sulzinski’s Virology class. Her goal is to become a medical doctor and she has applied to several medical schools. Also an athlete, she was a member of the Royals Varsity Swim Team for the past four years. In her spare time, she keeps busy by contributing to Esprit, participating in Praise & Worship, volunteering at the Leahy Clinic and tutoring. She also enjoys photography* and of course – reading. Her favorite book is When breath becomes air / PaulKalanithi. Something interesting about Erica is that although she is left-handed, she plays all sports right-handed.
To date, she’s been accepted at Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine in Scranton and is anxiously waiting to hear from the rest. Though she can’t be certain where she will end up, she’s prepared to stay in Scranton for a few more years. It certainly would be nice to keep in touch with her. We wish her all the best!
*Look for Erica’s photography entries on display as part of the Environmental Art Show, WML Heritage Room.
Spotlight on Student Worker Mollie Medrano
Mollie Medrano, of Long Beach, New York, has been working in the Circulation Services department for the past 4 years. She loves interacting with people at the Circulation Desk and being able to socialize while working. Helping students realize all that the library has to offer is something she enjoys about her job. She advises students to borrow a laptop or a tablet and to use the Interlibrary loan and Palci EZBorrow systems. Sharing her knowledge of library resources is rewarding.
Mollie is a Community Health Education Major. Of all her classes she especially enjoyed Dr. Andrew Lazella’s Ethics class. She is an active member of the CHED club on campus. She volunteers her time and services by participating in programs that beautify and benefit the local community such as ‘Street Sweep’, Relay for Life and Safe Trick or Treat.
Mollie enjoys traveling or just hanging out at the beach with her friends. Her favorite book is Steinbeck’s Of Mice and Men and her favorite movie is Finding Nemo. You might be surprised to learn that Mollie spent 12 years participating competitively in Irish step dancing!
After graduation, Mollie plans to seek a career in Nursing. We thank her for the work she’s done here and wish her all the best! Good luck Mollie!
Spotlight on Student Worker Christine Jerome
Shortly after her arrival at The University of Scranton in late summer 2013, Christine Jerome of Union, New Jersey made her way to the Weinberg Memorial Library seeking a Work Study position. After spending all four years of high school volunteering as the librarian’s assistant, she was anxious to work in a setting where she felt at home and familiar with the job. It’s hard to believe that now she’s been with us for almost four years.
Chris is a Biology major who minors in French. In addition to speaking French, she can speak some Creole too. She is an active member of the United Color Organization (UCO), the Asia Club, the Fencing Club and the Liva Arts Company. Of course she enjoys reading – her favorite genres are history, fantasy and mysteries. A few other pastimes she enjoys are art, music, fitness & health and baking.
At the Circulation Desk, Chris enjoys interacting with the patrons and has gained great customer service skills. She is a pleasant co-worker who is always willing to learn something new and help out wherever needed. She often advises other students to take advantage of the Palci EZBorrow & Interlibrary Loan services. Note: her green thumb is responsible for the thriving plants all over the library. They will miss her too!
After graduation, Chris’s career goal is to work in the healthcare field. She would particularly like to provide healthcare to medically underserved areas, domestic or international. We wish her all the best.
Thank you Chris!
Student Spotlight on Nathan Cardona
Nathan Cardona of Dickson City, PA came to work in the Circulation Department in the Fall of 2013. Prior to that he worked for a year in the Library Dean’s office. He enjoys working in the Library. He’s learned a great deal from Library employees who he finds to be kind individuals who take every opportunity they get to help another person. His advice to fellow students is to take advantage of everything the library has to offer – especially the study rooms and the enormous supply of resources we have to offer.
Nathan is an Occupational Therapy Major. He also enjoys studying European History (1815-present). When he’s not studying or working in the library, he enjoys writing and music. Some of his favorite activities are exercising, playing soccer, and drumming. Of course, he likes to read and his favorite book is City of Thieves. His favorite movie is Inglourious Bastards.
An interesting fact about Nathan is that he has a twin brother Seth who is also a student here at The University of Scranton and looks very much like him. So, if you ever see him in the cafeteria after just passing him at the Circulation Desk that could explain it!
After graduation in May, Nathan will continue at The University of Scranton as a Grad student to complete his studies. His plan is to become a Certified Hand Therapist. Let’s wish him well as he prepares to graduate and continue to reach for his goal! 
The Last Hurrah!
As the academic year comes to a close, I’d like to recognize one more outstanding student worker who will graduate next week. Ian Taylor of Delran, New Jersey has been working in Circulation Services for the past two years. Ian is a lively presence at the Circulation Desk, eager to assist patrons with whatever they need. He does an excellent job of sorting and shelving books. His work is always very accurate. We certainly will miss his pleasant personality and his sense of humor.
Ian’s studies have been in Theology/Religious studies. He especially enjoyed Dr. Clark’s Virtue & Christian Ethics class. His minor field of study is Media Information Technology. He is an active member of The Aquinas, Students for Life, Catholic Relief Services, Liturgical Ministries, Campus Ministry, Praise & Worship groups. He could always be seen assisting in Mass as a Eucharistic Minister. He plans to eventually become a priest.
Ian loves to read and made good use of our library during his time here. His favorite book is The Confession by John Grisham and his favorite movie is The Grace Card. He advises other students to utilize this library and its vast amount of resources. He always made good use of Palci EZBorrow and Illiad and encourages other students to do the same.
Congratulations Ian! All the best to you as you continue your religious life.
Spotlight on Student Worker Melisa Gallo
Melisa Gallo of Scranton, PA began her studies here in the Fall of 2012. One of her good friends, who also worked in the library, referred her to a job in Circulation Services at the end of her freshman year. She began working at the start of the Fall 2013 semester and she’s been with us ever since.
Melisa studies Psychology and hopes to become a clinical psychologist. Dr. Orr, Dr. Karpiak and Dr. Norcross are her favorite professors. She especially enjoys her Abnormal Psychology class as well as her Field Experience in clinical settings. She is treasurer of the Psychology Club on campus. She is also an active member of the Association for Psychological Sciences Caucus (APSSC), the Scranton Neuroscience Society, the Asia Club and Autism speaks U: The University of Scranton.
When she’s not studying or working, Melisa enjoys reading and watching movies. That’s why she feels like she belongs working in the library where she’s comfortable and enjoys the atmosphere. It’s exciting for her to see all of the new books firsthand and the Media department has many of her favorite movies to watch. Her favorite book is The Bell Jar by Sylvia Plath. Her favorite movie is Beauty and the Beast. Another interesting hobby of hers is playing the alto saxophone.
Her advice to other students is to take advantage of all the library has to offer. Explore the Library’s collection and remember Interlibrary loan services when you can’t find what you need here!
Melisa is proud of her French-Canadian heritage and enjoys traveling to Canada to visit family. She also had a remarkable trip to Ireland that she will never forget.
Thank you Melisa! We hope you continue to go places!