About this role
Hofstra University
Reporting to the Vice Dean for Administrative and User Services, the Part-Time Clerk Supervisor provides friendly, high quality customer service to Library patrons and assists with Circulation/Reserve/Periodical transactions.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Assists with check-out/check-in of library materials.
- Provides basic information and directional assistance to library users, both in person and via telephone.
- Answers telephone and directs callers accordingly.
- Monitors security and facilities in the building on nights/weekends and reports problems to Public Safety.
- Supervises student aides.
- Records departmental statistics.
- May perform other duties not specifically identified above but which require the same degree of skill, and which are normally included within the above job title.
Hours:
Monday: 5pm – 11pm
Friday: 5pm – 11pm
Saturday: 9am – 5pm
Sunday: 12pm – 6pm
Subject to bumping
Qualifications
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Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and Word required.
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Excellent customer service skills.
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Ability to exercise initiative and judgment, and work independently.
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Preferred Qualifications
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Knowledge of general library operations preferred.
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Special Instructions
Deadline
Open Until Filled
Date Posted 09/02/2026
EEO Statement
Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, marital or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.
Salary/Salary Range $19.21 per hour
Additional Information
Hofstra University provides the above salary* as a good faith estimate of the starting pay range which considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience and education. In addition to the salary offered, we offer a collegial and inclusive culture, and a benefits program which includes generous paid time off, paid holidays, tuition remission for employees and eligible dependents, and a retirement plan with University contributions.
*Salary ranges indicated for positions covered under a Collective Bargaining Agreement are in accordance with the CBA.