Job Title
Practicum for Library Graduate Student Full-Time / Part Time Part-Time Exempt / Non-Exempt Unpaid Division Student Academic Success Department Library Location Main Campus Shift Salary Band Level Position Length 9 months
About the Role
The Forsyth Technical Community College is applying for a practicum student to help with item cataloging. The student will gain experience working with in public service, assisting with library patrons, and item cataloging books in Evergreen catalog. This position will report to the Dean of the Library. Position Responsibilities Learning Objectives • Assist patrons in using computers, personal technology devices, copiers, scanners, faxes, and the library’s online resources. • Answer routine reference inquiries and refer patrons needing further assistance to librarians. • Assist library staff with library projects including inventory, editing book records, and other projects as assigned. • Verify bibliographical data for materials, including author, title, publisher, publication date, and edition. • Item catalog books in Evergreen, create spine labels and add RFID tags to the books. • The work schedule is negotiable, based on the practicum requirements. You must be enrolled in your practicum. You must receive a library science practicum course credit through your college/university. Have a strong commitment to working with the public and have taken a cataloging course. At Forsyth Tech, we cultivate a culture of belonging where every member - students, staff, and faculty - are valued, respected, accepted, and encouraged to use our true and authentic self and the voice of our unique characteristics and experiences.