2020-2021 - Library Operations, Student Access Services Assistant/ 092-6151 at Florida International University Board of Trustees in Miami, Florida

Job Description:

About FIU

Florida International University is Miami's public research university, focused on student success. According to U.S. News and World Report, FIU has 42 top-50 rankings in the nation among public universities. FIU is a top U.S. research university (R1), with more than $200 million in annual expenditures. FIU ranks 15th in the nation among public universities for patent production, which drives innovation, and is one of the institutions that helps make Florida the top state for higher education. The fundraising campaign is furthering FIU's commitment to providing students Worlds Ahead opportunities. Today, FIU has two campuses and multiple centers, and supports artistic and cultural engagement through its three museums: , the , and the . FIU is a member of , with more than 400 student-athletes participating in 18 sports. The university has awarded more than 330,000 degrees to many leaders in South Florida and beyond. For more information about FIU, visit .

Job Summary

The Access Services Library and Interlibrary Loan department within Library Operations has an opening for a student assistant. The duties include checking out library materials, answering reference questions, shelving books and periodicals, shelf reading, tidying, and light dusting, assisting patrons with general library questions, and processing inter library and inter campus loan requests. The assistant will also provide support to special projects as assigned.

Job Category

Federal Work Study

Desired Qualifications

- Ability to communicate effectively
- Possess a high sense of responsibility and customer service skills
- Knowledge of PC operations and software
- Ability to work well in a team environment
- Willingness to perform a variety of tasks, as needed

Who May Apply

Students enrolled at FIU, who have been awarded Federal Work Study (FWS) as part of their Financial Aid Award package.
Student must be enrolled with a minimum of six (6) credit hours in a course of study leading to a degree or a Financial Aid eligible certificate, during Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.
Upon graduating, FWS employment must end.

Work Schedule

Hours will vary based on class schedule and needs of the department.

Advertised Salary

$9.00/Hour

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check
This student appointment may be subjected to a pre-employment background check.

Student Background Checks

Background check and fingerprinting is required if the job includes any of the following:
Duties:
Yes or No Working directly with and/or residing with minors and/or vulnerable persons.No Handling/managing cash, checks, cash transactions, gift cards, debit/credit cards, and/or cash equivalent.No Information technology (IT) related functions.No Driving on behalf of the university (MVR Check only).No Those working in the Athletics Department who travel with students to events.No Working within museums. No Those working in the Office of Financial Aid, One Stop, or Office of the Registrar (Title IV access). No Special trust, responsibility, and sensitive location No

How To Apply

Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in \\"My Applications\\".
In order to be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position, be in good performance standing, and have been continuously employed at the University for at least six months.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.
*This posting will close at 11:59 pm of the close date.

How To Apply

Current Employee
As a current employee, you must log into Employee Self Service (ESS) to apply for this and any other internal career opportunity of interest. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in \\"My Applications\\".
In order to be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position, be in good performance standing, and have been continuously employed at the University for at least six months.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume/ curriculum vitae, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
*This posting will close at 11:59 pm of the close date.

Disclosures

Clery Notice
In compliance with the , the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/54/2016/04/Campus_Security_Report__Safety_Guide.pdf.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.


FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status..