"Library Evening Supervisor"

Position Overview

This part-time (two positions at 20 hours/week) position is responsible for supervising the Access Services desk operations during the hours of 6 p.m. to 12 a.m. (hours vary slightly on Fridays and Saturdays and during finals). Responsibilities include, but are not limited to circulation of library materials and stacks maintenance. This position serves as the main point of contact during evening hours and must maintain excellent customer service with students, faculty, staff and the public. In addition, the Evening Supervisor is responsible for the safety and security of those using the building as well as security of the library collection.

The positions start January 5, 2026 and go through March 28, 2026. Two supervisors are hired to divide up the days per week. There is no work during student breaks.

Compensation

The expected starting hourly range for this position is 18.95. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility.

Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities

• Coordinate and direct the work of student employees and support them in maintaining library services and standards. Assign and perform tasks associated with circulation of library materials and maintenance of stacks.
• Assist in supporting and training student employees.
• Answer questions in person and over the phone,
• Direct patrons to locations in the library building.
• Check in and check out library materials.
• Explain loan rules, policies, fines, and patron records.
• Maintain communication with other Access Services staff. Report problems encountered during shifts so appropriate action may be taken. Record problems/issues/information in Evening Supervisor reports.
• Supervise library closing procedures to maintain security of the library collection when the building is closed.
• Process material for exchange with St. Olaf, including retrieving items from the stacks.
• As part of the College and Gould Library’s Inclusion, Diversity and Equity (IDE) efforts, commit to building a strong and inclusive community among students, faculty and staff by respecting and making space for diverse backgrounds, value and points of view.

Additional Job Responsibilities

• Implement emergency procedures as needed that deal with safety of library patrons and security of library collection.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received and Exercised

This position supervises student employees and may assist with student employee evaluations.

Education/Experience/Skills

Required:

• Excellent communication and public relations skills with a helpful service-oriented approach.
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, and ability to work effectively with faculty, students, and staff, and the general public.
• Technological proficiency with demonstrated aptitude for learning new software and systems.
• Supervisory experience.
• Ability to use discretion and judgment in a variety of situations.
• Ability to handle stress and emergency situations.
• Must be reliable and attentive to detail and accuracy.

Physical Requirements

Must have the ability to understand and follow written and oral work instructions, operations, safety procedures, and hazardous labels.

Note: This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the hire is complete. We accept only online applications.

Carleton College is an AA/EEO Employer: We are committed to developing our staff to better reflect the diversity of our student body and American society. Members of underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

Non-Benefit Eligible: This position is not eligible for Carleton’s complete benefits package, but does include voluntary participation in a supplemental retirement plan, Minnesota’s Earned Sick and Safe Time, access to our recreation center facilities, and other on-campus benefits.