Library Information Specialist

• This position assists the Librarians of the Special Collections with the operation of the unit by providing occasional reference support, reading room supervision, monitoring and maintaining of stacks, para-professional work in preservation, digitization, and outreach, and oversight of undergraduate workers in the absence of librarians. Supports instruction sessions. Key Job Duties:Reference support in person and through digital requests.
• Supporting instruction sessions and proctoring classes.
• Independent supervision of patron usage of archives and special collections in the reading room.
• Tracking usage of materials through the online catalog. This position is responsible for reporting departmental statistics to the MU Libraries public services database.Shift

For Spring 2025, the Libraries seek to fill a 28-hour schedule, as follows: Mon-Thu 10:00am-3:30pm and Friday 10:00am-4:00pm. Scheduled hours will return to 20-hours per week. The schedule details will vary based on departmental needs, but will typically be scheduled Mon-Fri during daytime hours.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of library classification systems, including Dewey Decimal and Library of Congress.
• Higher education coursework in the areas of library science, humanities, or social sciences.Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary: $14.51 per hour

Grade: GGS-006

University Title: Library Information Specialist

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Application Materials

Please submit resume with application materials.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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