Library Specialist (S04582P)
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degree type, and major.
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number S04582P
Position Title Library Specialist (S04582P)
Department Library
Location Arlington
Job Family Library
Position Status Full-time
Work Hours Standard
Work Schedule
Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm.
Non-traditional work hours such as nights, weekends, and holidays
depending on the needs of the university community.
Some positions will have permanent overnight shifts.
Flexibility is required to ensure the department is appropriately staffed
in order to satisfy all service needs.
Professional development, conferences, and training may require travel
and/or overnight accommodations.
Open to External and Internal
FLSA
Salary Salary is cmmensurate with experience in the range of $31,500 -
$34,000.
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
Job Summary
A member of the Resource Delivery team, the Library Specialist identifies,
locates, retrieves and delivers electronic and physical materials to internal
and external borrowers through the ILLiad platform.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assist users in discovering and accessing library resources.
Safeguard legal and ethical use of library resources.
Provide excellent communications and customer service to the University
and external communities.
Analyze and organize information and technology resources in order to meet
users' needs.
Create and maintain accurate records.
Practice sound internal control of University property including financial
and purchasing activities.
Initiate proactive problem solving and advocate for solutions that promote
transformative learning experiences.
Contribute to University and library planning and the establishment of
policies and procedures.
Keep informed of and follow pertinent policies.
Act as a project manager for library initiatives that includes
establishing routines, priorities, and workflow, verifying work, and
coordinating other staff, as assigned.
Encourage and support colleagues, students, and faculty by engaging in
intra- and inter-departmental events, programs, and initiatives. Report
equipment, security, and repair needs in the library through efficient and
effective communication to appropriate parties. Hire and train and
supervise student workers
Performs other duties assigned
BENEFITS AT UTA
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the University.
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takes into account all of the benefits that you are eligible for, including
health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. To access this tool and
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Required Qualifications
High School graduation or GED.
Two years related experience.
Computer literate and technologically adept.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite, specifically Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Proficiency in Windows Operating System and file management.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree.
Experience working in the resource sharing / ILL unit in an academic
library.
Experience with Interlibrary Load management systems such as ILLiad.
Experience related to database management and record keeping.
Experience with OCLC WorldCat searching.
Experience with shipping and receiving.
Knowledge of electronic delivery systems.
Understanding of Microsoft Access.
Familiarity with software used to convert document format types.
Familiarity with scanning and editing software.
Experience with the Document Delivery (or Resource Sharing) and
Circulation.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Leadership skills.
Time management skills.
Ability to work collegially and collaboratively with people of diverse
backgrounds.
Customer service skills.
Ability to communicate effectively, including excellent interpersonal
skills as well as verbal and written skills.
Ability to pay attention to detail.
Ability to transfer and apply knowledge and experience to new situations.
Ability to follow through on projects.
Ability to analyze situations and make sound decisions.
Collaboration and coordination skills.
Ability to excel in a “perpetual beta” environment, with frequent change
and intelligent risk-taking.
Working Conditions
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Working Title
EEO Statement
UTA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women,
veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Additionally,
the University prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of sexual
orientation. A criminal background check will be conducted on finalists. The
UTA is a tobacco free campus.
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date
Open Date
Review Start Date
Open Until Filled
Minimum Number of References Required 3
Maximum Number of References Accepted
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants must include in their online resume the following information: 1)
Employment history: name of company, period employed (from month/year to
month/year), job title, summary of job duties and 2) Education: school name,
degree type, and major.
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
What is the highest degree you have attained? (Please specify in your resume)
GED
High School diploma
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
How many years of experience do you have as a library specialist or a related field?
None/less than 1 year
1 to 2 years
3 to 4 years
5 years or more
What is your skill level using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc)? (Proficient is the highest skill level)
No skills/Basic
Intermediate
Advanced
Proficient
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Resume or CV
Cover/Interest Letter
Optional Documents
