Night and Weekend Circulation Desk Coordinator

CSUN strives to be a destination workplace, where everyone understands that they belong to a community that is vital in advancing student success and providing exemplary service to all stakeholders. We foster an environment of success, both for our students and our employees. We have a relentless passion for celebrating diversity, equity, and inclusion as well as being an employer of choice. You will also have the opportunity to realize your own personal goals and be recognized for the work you do, and enjoy the unique value the CSUN community can offer. If this sounds like you, you’ve come to the right place. Learn more: https://www.csun.edu/about-csun .

Major Duties

Under general supervision, the Night and Weekend Circulation Desk Coordinator supports circulation desk functions, building safety, and student employee assistance during nights and weekends. Responsibilities include patron services, emergency response, and operational oversight.

• Processes fines and fees payments in person, by mail, and online.
• Resolves fines and fees disputes, and follows up on long overdue accounts.

• Creates, updates, and corrects patron records in the Library management system.
• Assists in administering the User card program(s); collects the fees, creates patron accounts, and creates Library ID cards.
• Assists student employees from all Library areas with any issues, including policy and procedures questions, security concerns, and providing desk coverage to other units as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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Qualifications

• Four (4) years of Library Assistant experience with High School or equivalent certification; OR
• Three (3) years Library Assistant experience with equivalent to an Associate’s Degree (60 units); OR
• Two (2) years Library Assistant experience with equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree (120 units) in job related field required.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrates proficiency in circulation operations and patron account management, including processing fines and fees, resolving disputes, and maintaining accurate records in the Library management system. Ability to apply sound judgment in handling sensitive patron issues and ensures consistent application of library policies and procedures.
• Exhibits strong organizational and interpersonal skills to coordinate student employee schedules, monitor front desk activities, and support library operations during nights and weekends. Effectively communicates with staff and patrons, responds to emergent situations, and maintains a safe and welcoming environment throughout the Library building.
• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of emergency response procedures and building safety protocols, including evacuation coordination, incident reporting, and communication with campus authorities.
• Exhibits strong decision-making and situational awareness skills to resolve building-related incidents such as noise complaints, environmental issues, and security concerns.

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

• The university offers an excellent benefits package, including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, retirement & savings, tuition waiver and more.
• Classification: Library Services Spec III / 2888 / Grade 1
• The anticipated HIRING RANGE: $4162 - $4725 per month, dependent upon qualifications and experience. The salary range for this classification is: $4162 - $7673 per month.
• HOURS: Full Time; 40 hours per week; Sunday through Thursday, including evenings and weekends.
• The individual hired for this role will physically work on-campus in Northridge. This is not a telecommute position.
• This is a Temporary position; end date to be determined.

General Information

• Applications received through September 9, 2025, will be considered in the initial review and review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
• This position is sensitive as designated by the CSU.
• A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or the continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
• The person holding this position may be considered a 'mandated reporter' under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements outlined in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.
• Per the California State University (CSU) Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is a state entity whose business operations reside within the State of California and prohibits hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California.
• Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers
• The CSU recommends that faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities at any university location be immunized against SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity

CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination based on Age, Disability (physical or mental), Gender, Gender Identity (including Nonbinary or Transgender), Gender Expression, Genetic Information, Marital Status, Medical Condition, Nationality, Pregnancy or related conditions, Race or Ethnicity (including color, caste, or ancestry), Religion or Religious Creed, Sex (including Sex Stereotyping or Sex Characteristics), Sexual Orientation, and Veteran or Military Status. Our nondiscrimination policy is outlined in the Interim CSU Nondiscrimination Policy . Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting Recruitment Services at 818-677-2101.

Advertised: Aug 27 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close:

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• California State University (CSU) Northridge

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