Circulation Student Supervisor
Auburn University Libraries | January 2024 – Present
Responsibilities
Circulation/Customer Service
- Assist patrons with checking library materials in/out
- Help patrons with technical and directional questions
- Resolve any issues and maintain accurate patron accounts
Stacks Duties
- Sort library materials using the Library of Congress Classification System
- Reshelve library materials in their proper places within the stacks
- Ensure materials in the stacks are in the correct order and are neatly placed
Shifting Duties
- Collaborate with library supervisors to identify overcrowded areas
- Formulate shifting plans to include space for collection growth
- Maintain strict classification order while manually moving volumes across shelves
Supervisor Duties
- Oversee circulation operations and deal with building or patron emergencies
- Supervise and assist 3-4 student workers, verifying that daily duties are completed correctly
- Lead the opening/closing of the building when necessary
Accomplishments & Results
- Hired as a Circulation Student Assistant in January 2024, selected as a Student Supervisor in June 2025
- Selected to join the Circulation Student Council in August 2025
- Trained 15+ new hires in Circulation procedures and stacks duties
