In an effort to respect the multiple ways students learn, a variety of methods are employed to train Circulation student workers. Examples include:
Circulation workers will undergo a labor evaluation each semester. This evaluation serves to gage where the worker is in growth and potential. At the time of the evaluation, the student may be promoted up one pay grade if he or she has proven capable of handling additional responsibility within the department. Pay grades within the Circulation department range from 1, Circulation Apprentice I, to 4, Circulation Associate.
In addition to pay raise opportunities within the department, exceptional workers may be nominated for a Building Manager position.The Building Managers are a team of student supervisors from various library departments who are responsible for the building when staff are not present. Being hired for this position after a nomination is dependent upon an interview process with Judy Gergen and/or Calvin Gross. Pay grades within the Building Manager team range from 4 to 6, with the highest pay grade reserved for the Building Manager Supervisor.
Circulation student workers are assessed and provided feedback regarding their performance in a variety of ways, including: