Position Focus:

Under the supervision of a Library Collection Services (LCS) manager, the Materials Assistant I performs a variety of tasks necessary for the efficient operation of the LSF. The successful incumbent must attend assigned training in workflow ergonomics and safety practices and perform all tasks following strict safety guidelines. The successful incumbent will also be required to obtain certification in the proper use of an order picker after job training. Work will often be performed in a low temperature and low humidity environment.

Essential Duties

1. Fills orders from stock based on authorized requisitions. Orders, receives, stores, and issues equipment, material, merchandise, tools, or supplies. Counts, classifies or weighs articles.
2. Determines method of shipping. Checks and reports on condition of goods received or to be shipped. Reports damaged or insufficient shipments. Shelves, sorts, prices, and codes items.
3. Services customers. Provides information, receives money in payment of fees, and issues receipts.
4. Uses computer terminal to input and retrieve data. Maintains the order and security of work area, materials and equipment. May perform equipment repairs. Maintains logs and records of activities. Inventories supplies.
5. May oversee and instruct support staff. May drive vehicle for pick-up and delivery services. 6. Performs clerical functions incidental to stock activities.

Required Education and Experience

Two years of related work experience and a high school level education; or an equivalent combination of experience and education.

Required Skill/Ability 1:

Demonstrated ability to work in a warehouse or other production environment and safely operate a one-ton truck and/or automated material handling equipment. Valid and current US/Canadian driver's license is required.

Required Skill/Ability 2:

Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a multi-task and team environment performing rotating tasks. Strong organizational skills, customer service and interpersonal skills.

Required Skill/Ability 3:

Demonstrated ability to perform computer data entry.

Required Skill/Ability 4:

References must indicate excellent attendance and punctuality, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to accuracy and detail and diligent performance.

Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:

Demonstrated ability to operate an order picker. Minimal keyboarding skills. Demonstrated knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel, SharePoint, and Outlook.

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift 70 pounds and work from a platform at a height of 30 feet above ground. Ability to stand for long periods of time, climb stairs, and push heavy book trucks. Ability to work in a low temperature and low humidity environment.

Preferred Licenses or Certifications:

Must have and maintain a valid US/Canadian driver’s license and safe driving record.

Drug Screen
No

Health Screening
No

Background Check Requirements

All candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle, DOT certification, drug testing and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent upon the successful completion of the background check. Please visit www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html for additional information on the background check requirements and process.

Additional Background or Health Screening Requirements

Selected incumbent must have successful completion of a DOT check, which includes an annual DMV check, medical exam at a certified facility, medical card, and a valid driver's license.

Posting Disclaimer

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments.

Affirmative Action Statement:

Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 protects people from sex discrimination in educational programs and activities at institutions that receive federal financial assistance. Questions regarding Title IX may be referred to the University’s Title IX Coordinator, at TitleIX@yale.edu, or to the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 8th Floor, Five Post Office Square, Boston MA 02109-3921. Telephone: 617.289.0111, Fax: 617.289.0150, TDD: 800.877.8339, or Email: ocr.boston@ed.gov.

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