Receptionist & Library Desk Assistant

3 weeks ago


Oxford, United Kingdom University of Oxford TSS Full time

Web advert
- Vacancy ID 14308
- Are you an excellent communicator?- We are currently recruiting for a Part-time
- **Receptionist** for a central University of Oxford department to start on 06/06. Pay rate will be £12.12 p/h plus holiday pay.
- Duties include:
- Welcoming visitors to the department and providing assistance as necessary, including directing them to the appropriate area, dealing with queries and making travel arrangements
- Taking incoming phone calls, answer queries and redirect them appropriately to departmental extensions. Respond to queries in person, by phone and online; use online catalogues and other search tools including e-resources to help readers locate items within the Bodleian libraries and e-resources: assist readers in the use of IT equipment including reader PCs and photocopier-printers, and refer readers to specialised library services and other library staff when appropriate.
- Maintaining the tidiness and organisation of the reception area ensuring a smart professional image at the first point of contact.
- Monitor and maintain stationary and refreshment supplies.
- Register readers correctly according to their status and welcome visitors. Provide an introduction to the library and explain standard reading room procedures and regulations to readers.
- Work at the front line desk carrying out a full range of reader services transactions including: issuing, returning and renewing material; handling money; administering reserve collections, room bookings and inter-library loans; reserving books for readers and assisting them to make reservations and placing stack requests. Record statistics (e.g. records of occupancy of the reading rooms).
- Maintain information on library management system and run standard reports for information as required.
- Make the arrangements for booking library space and editing departmental booking information screen.
- Receive and log deliveries and courier mail, and liaison with Bodleian Libraries deliveries team.
- Exchange information and communicate effectively with colleagues, passing on reader feedback and reporting issues promptly; participate in team meetings and contribute to the wider objectives and goals of the team and Bodleian Libraries.
- Person specification
- Educated to GCSE grades A-C or equivalent
- A good understanding of standard administrative, customer service and library procedures and a commitment to providing excellent quality service.
- Ability to communicate effectively, confidently and courteously with readers, colleagues and the public
- Discreet when dealing with material of a confidential or sensitive nature.
- Ability to understand and pass on clear and accurate information
- Attention to detail and ability to undertake a range of routine tasks with care and accuracy
- To be self-motivated and to work effectively, knowing when to refer matters to others
- Ability to lift, move and carry books and journals

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