Collections Assistant (Library Services Coordinator)

Department

LIBRARIES (BL-LIBR-IUBLA)Department Information

The IU Libraries' mission is to support and strengthen teaching, learning, and research by providing the collections, services, and environments that lead to intellectual discovery. Our materials are digital, visual, audio, and print. They are curated from our campuses, our country, and our world. As a result, they are in 450 different languages, are world-renowned, and are ready to connect students and researchers with limitless possibilities. We are also proud to be home to Indiana University Press, an academic press serving the world of scholarship and culture as a professional, not-for-profit publisher.

We offer meaningful work that inspires and empowers students and faculty to excel in research, teaching, and learning. We promote professional development, career advancement, and flexible work schedules.Job Summary

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Obtains, manipulates, and analyzes library collections related data to inform collection development and management decisions.
• Designs and creates data analyses from multiple sources and communicates findings both within the department and externally.
• Participates in the Collection Management department planning and meetings.

General Responsibilities

• Handles and monitors library materials, including re-shelving, processing new material, restocking, and ensuring that all materials can be located quickly and easily.
• Evaluates condition of library materials and may perform repair and preservation of library materials, as needed.
• Assists faculty, students, and other patrons by answering phones and handling library-related issues, resolving non-routine problems related to library activities.
• Monitors library systems.
• Creates and updates basic records, maintains automated records, reviewing for completeness and accuracy.
• Collects and collates data, compiles statistics, uses compiled information to prepare unit reports.
• May assist with cataloging new items, performing audits of outstanding items, and/or inter-library loan materials processing.
• May oversee library department desk and provide training and direction for students employees working the front desk.Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 2 years of library experience

Preferred

• Experience analyzing data and using spreadsheet tools such as Excel or Google Sheets
• Experience with data visualization tools and techniques to present data in easy-to-understand formats such as diagrams and graphs

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrates time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Experience with information systems and web-based applications, such as databases, online search and discovery tools, and cataloging/metadata applications
• Understanding of common security protocols related to Internet use and protecting the information privacy of library usersWorking Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.Work Location

Herman B Wells Library

Bloomington, IndianaAdvertised Salary

$17.07 - $18.03 per hourBenefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Health savings account with generous IU contributions
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• Basic group life insurance paid by IU
• Voluntary supplemental life, long-term disability, critical illness, and supplemental accidental death & dismemberment insurance
• Base retirement plan with generous IU contributions, subject to vesting
• Voluntary supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition subsidy for employees and family members taking IU courses
• 10 paid holidays plus a paid winter break each year
• Generous paid time off plans
• Paid leave for new parents and IU-sponsored volunteer events
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing the IU Benefit Programs Brochure.Job Classification

Career Level: Intermediate

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Educational Resources & Tech

Job Family: Library ServicesClick here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework. Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring. See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.Contact Us

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