Reference Specialist/department Assistant - Part-time/28 Hrs Per Week

it.byu.edu

Provo, UT, USA
Base: $22.50-$29.25; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
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Provide reference assistance
Teach research methods
Excellent customer service
** Brigham Young University (BYU) is seeking a part-time Reference Specialist/Department Assistant for the Science & Engineering Department, responsible for overseeing reference services, providing administrative support, and enhancing departmental communication. The position requires a background in STEM or library sciences and offers a range of benefits, emphasizing the university's commitment to its faith-based mission. **

Job Summary

  • The Reference Specialist and Department Assistant supports all basic operations and daily functions of the Science & Engineering Department, ensuring the best possible service for library patrons.
  • This position plays a key role in departmental communication and coordination, and provides office support to department employees in daily routines and special projects.
  • BYU offers fantastic benefits including 401k with employer contribution, employee assistance program, potential tuition benefits, and access to library resources.

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** Brigham Young University (BYU) is seeking a part-time Reference Specialist/Department Assistant for the Science & Engineering Department, responsible for overseeing reference services, providing administrative support, and enhancing departmental communication. The position requires a background in STEM or library sciences and offers a range of benefits, emphasizing the university's commitment to its faith-based mission. **

Salary

Base: $22.50-$29.25; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: 401k, EAP, tuition benefits, library access, parking, UTA passes, store discounts

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • provide reference assistance
  • teach research methods
  • excellent customer service
  • supervise student employees
  • strong organizational skills
  • problem-solving skills

Nice-to-have

  • gain subject knowledge in STEM
  • apply emerging technologies
  • work well with faculty
  • belonging and growth culture

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree OR equivalent combination of education and relatable experience
  • 2 years of library experience
  • Masters of Library Science (or MLIS) OR Master’s degree in a STEM discipline
  • Supervisory experience

Work Rights

Not specified

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