Graduate Assistant | Library

Graduate Assistant for Welder Library

The University of Mary is seeking applications for a Library Graduate Assistant for Welder Library. The Graduate Assistant will work twenty hours per week. This will include evening shifts.

Candidates will be invited to demonstrate a willingness to support the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.

Essential Roles and Responsibilities Include:

• Close the library as scheduled; it will include evening shifts usually from 5pm to 10 pm.
• Handles Circulation tasks such as checking materials in and out, renewing and the returning of library materials.
• Provide reference services to students and faculty in the absence of library staff.
• Direct student workers in absence of library staff.
• Assist with various Archive projects which include scanning pictures, cataloging building plans, etc.
• Assist with Interlibrary loan requests.
• Manage the library’s Instagram account.
• Create displays and manage the "March Madness" monthly event.
• Data entry into Desktracker.
• Other duties as assigned

Desired Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience include:

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Must meet eligibility requirements for admission to Graduate studies at the University of Mary.
• Able to work independently and with a team of colleagues.
• Working knowledge in the use of library databases, Microsoft Office Suite applications, Canvas and Instagram.
• A background in business, history, public history, library, and information science and/or archival experience is preferred.
• Upholds and supports the Christian, Catholic, Benedictine mission of the University of Mary.
• Supports the ongoing implementation of Ex Corde Ecclesiae, the apostolic constitution on Catholic colleges and universities.
• Builds a culture of ready and earnest hospitality in the Office of Academic Affairs and throughout the university, in accord with Saint Benedict’s admonition that all be received as Christ.

Knowledge and Skills Required:

• Excellent organization, communication (verbal and written), creativity, and human relation skills.
• Expertise in most aspects of the library’s automated and online catalog systems.
• The successful candidate will possess a good work ethic, attention to detail, and an ability to manage sensitive and confidential information.

We thank you for your interest in the University of Mary. Founded in 1959 by the Sisters of Annunciation Monastery, the campus overlooks the beautiful Missouri river and is located in Bismarck, North Dakota, a community of approximately 80,000 people, with wonderful family and parish life, friendly neighborhoods, enjoyable recreational and cultural facilities, a low crime rate, clean air, and excellent schools. The University of Mary, with an enrollment of over 3,000 students, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association.

For more information on the University of Mary, please watch a short video by clicking on this link: https://youtu.be/Go37Hy6QrVs

Review of application materials will begin immediately.  Position will remain open until filled.

Equal Opportunity Employer