Create and sustain access to libraries’ resources; build and manage the student worker team in Public Services (Circulation).

1. Student Management and Supervision – 50%

• Manage, supervise, and mentor a team of student public services assistants for BUL circulation services.
• Oversee the hiring process, design and implement training, create work schedules, provide advising, and conduct performance evaluations.

2. Service Provision and Policy Management – 25%

• Ensure sustainable service provision regarding circulation and resource sharing issues, including crafting and evaluating policies for missing items, billing, reconciliation, etc.
• Develop uniform strategies and procedures for problem resolution across circulation services.
• Create and implement the library’s reserve collections.

3. Technology and Media Equipment Management – 10%

• Develop, maintain, and deploy technology and media equipment, including purchasing, cataloging, packaging, and troubleshooting.
• Establish usage policies and communicate with departments regarding equipment needs and updates.

4. Collaborative Liaison with Library Departments – 10%

• Liaise with other library departments on collaborative projects, such as library systems, strategic planning, and marketing.

● Must be able to solve complex problems.  
● Must have excellent written and oral communication skills.
● Must be able to work collaboratively in a team environment and individually.
● Must be organized.
● Must be detail-oriented.
● Must be able to prioritize and handle multiple projects concurrently.
● Must be able to design, implement and review workflows.
● Working knowledge of trends and services in academic libraries that support student success.
● Must have Strong mentoring and managing skills.

Required Experience:

• 2+ years of related experience.
• Previous supervisory experience.

● Required Education: Bachelor’s degree.

Travel: This position requires little to no travel.

Work Environment:
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as desktop
and/or laptop computers, photocopiers and smartphones.

The work environment involves working for a suburban, Christian university in which all employees are expected to have a demonstrated commitment and personal relationship with Jesus Christ, a commitment to the mission and values of the University, and an agreement to abide by all University policies.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The job requires extended periods of sitting and traversing the Bethel Campus on a regular basis. Reasonable accommodations may be made to ensure people are able to perform the essential functions.

The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.

Expected Hours of Work:
Typically, days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, with the expectation to work specific schedules and hours as identified and communicated by management. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. This is a 40 hour per week, 12 months per year position.

Bethel is committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees including health insurance, retirement plans, and a generous time off package. Learn more about these offerings here.

Learn more about our commitment to diversity in hiring .

Bethel University is a leader in Christ-centered higher education with approximately 4,700 students from 50 states and 32 countries enrolled in undergraduate, graduate, seminary, and adult education programs. Based in St. Paul, Minnesota, Bethel offers bachelor's and advanced degrees in nearly 100 fields. Educationally excellent classroom-based and online programs equip graduates to make exceptional contributions in life-long service to God and the world.

Bethel University’s Christ-centered mission includes a commitment to equal educational opportunity and equal employment opportunity. Bethel does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, marital status, disability, status with regard to public assistance, familial status, or age in its admissions, educational programs, or employment practices.

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