Geisel Library at Saint Anselm College, a private liberal arts college in the Benedictine Catholic tradition, seeks a part-time Circulation Desk Supervisor to join their team. Currently shifts are available on Sunday, from approximately 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m. during the spring 2026 and fall 2026 semesters with the occasional option of other shifts as needed. 

Interested candidates should complete the online application and be certain to include a Resume, Cover letter, and 3 References.

Job duties

The Circulation Supervisor is responsible for supervising all Circulation Desk operations during assigned hours. This person performs a variety of duties including: assisting library users (students, faculty, staff, guests) with a variety of Circulation Desk needs; supervising Circulation Desk student-assistants; monitoring building conditions and security; maintaining adherence to Circulation policies; working on special projects as assigned; and completing daily shift reports, and closing the library each evening and readying the building for use the next day. Additional hours may be possible throughout the year.

Required skills

·       Exceptional level of attendance and dependability, including during

inclement weather

·       Exceptional customer service abilities and interpersonal skills

·       Ability to address patron concerns and difficulties with tact, courtesy, and sound judgment

·       Ability to communicate effectively with college students and to supervise student workers

·       Ability to work autonomously and successfully with limited direct daily supervision

·       Strong office and computer skills and the ability to learn new procedures

·       Reliability in performing daily tasks/duties as assigned

·       Ability to consider occasional assistance with coverage of other shifts (optional)

·       Ability to lift 30 lbs.

Required Experience

Associate’s degree or 2 years of college plus 1 – 2 years of relevant experience, or the equivalent combination of education, experience, and maturity. 

Desired Experience

·       Some supervisory experience

·       Library Circulation Desk experience

·       Experience working with automated library computer systems and/or contemporary interfaces.

Successful candidates will be able to assist the college to further its strategic goals for institution-wide diversity and inclusiveness.