Review Vacancy
TitleLibrary Assistant 1 (NY Helps)
Occupational CategoryClerical, Secretarial, Office Aide
Bargaining UnitASU - Administrative Services Unit (CSEA)
Salary RangeFrom $42641 to $52413 Annually
Appointment Type Contingent Permanent
Duties Description Duties include, but are not limited to, ensuring the overall functionality and services of the Feinberg Library second and third floor service desks through direct service and supervision of the student employees to maintain the customer service expectations of the library; training work study and temporary service student employees; and providing direct customer service to Feinberg Library patrons. This position will also be responsible for maintaining the Feinberg Library course reserve program; overseeing stack maintenance for General collection, periodicals, microforms, and government documents to meet quality and quantity standards; and managing the provision of study carrels. As SUNY Plattsburgh is an institution that delivers challenging and high-quality educational experiences to a diverse group of learners, the successful candidates must demonstrate an understanding of and sensitivity to diversity, inclusion, and equity-minded policies, programs, and practices.
Minimum Qualifications -Must be eligible for permanent appointment to this title pursuant to civil service law
-A demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with a variety of individuals
For those currently on a civil service list:
-If you receive an emailed canvass letter, you must respond interested and complete an online application to be considered.
Promotion:
-One year of permanent service in a clerical or secretarial position allocated to Grade 6 or higher.
For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.
Minimum Qualifications for applicants not currently civil service eligible for the title (NY HELPS):
Either: graduated from high school or have earned a high school equivalency diploma; AND one year of full-time clerical experience in a library setting,
Or: thirty semester credit hours of college study including at least NINE semester credit hours of college study in any combination of the following areas:
-Library/Information Science
-Computer Applications
-Information Studies
Additional Comments This position will provide clerical support to the Library team working to achieve the SUNY Plattsburgh mission of student success. The Feinberg Library assists students, faculty, staff, and the community in their intellectual activities by providing resources and services in support of research, teaching, and learning. We strive to help our users develop information literacy essential for life-long learning and becoming well-informed, reflective global citizens. The Academic Affairs division administratively builds our college commitment to student success through a strong curriculum, excellent teaching, and scholarly research. Our commitment includes fostering student preparation for the workplace or graduate school and for lifelong learning.
If a canvass letter is emailed, you must respond interested and complete an online application to be considered. Please include a complete application and contact information for three current professional references. A resume is also strongly encouraged. Additional information may be requested at a later step in the process.
Important Notes for those appointed under NY HELPS:
Employees will have all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in a NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.