Library Specialist III

• Job Summary

The Library Specialist III, under general supervision, performs general library and customer service functions.

Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvides intermediate customer service for library customers including using virtual reference and chat venues. Responds to intermediate and difficult resource questions.

• Provides support for advanced questions in research resources and databases and instructs library customers on accessing an extensive range of library online catalogs, research guides, physical collections and other electronic reference databases in various specialist areas of study.
• Creates, maintains, and updates automated system records which contain complex elements.
• Processes routine and complex requests for library materials and information. Creates and edits online and other forms, documents, and other information for use on unit or library web pages or other media.
• Identifies operational problems and recommends solutions.
• Updates unit-specific databases and spreadsheets.
• Researches and gathers information for special projects.
• May supervise subordinate staff and student employees.This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Additional Responsibilities

• Ensure adherence to policy and good customer service at service desks. Enforce library guidelines/policies and general safety.
• Accurately complete payment transactions. Receive cash, checks, or credit cards for the payment of bills, purchases, services, or admission to events. Balance payments against receipts. Prepare deposits, as needed and when directed.
• Assist in shelving of library materials and maintenance of the collection and public areas of the library.
• Assist in the use of library equipment and other library information technology assigned to the Circulation department and provide minor service to machines when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.Minimum Requirements
• Education - High school diploma.
• Experience - Five years of related experience in a public, academic, or specialized library or archive.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Word processing and spreadsheet applications.
• Difficult and varied library online research database searches and/or processing.Ability to:
• Multitask and work cooperatively with others.
• Basic keyboarding skills.Preferred Knowledge and Abilities
• Knowledge of public service equipment (copiers, microform readers, printers).
• Cash handling experience.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) skills.Licensing / Professional Certification - None.

Physical Requirements - Ability to move medium weight boxes, books, heavy book truck or similar items.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervision of Others

This position may supervise employees.

Other Requirements

• Ability to handle material which can contain dust or microscopic mold spores.
• Evening and weekend work may occasionally be required.
• Position requires on campus, face-to-face interactions.
• Position requires maintaining a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace.
• Occasional overnight may be required.Salary: $14.43/hourly

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT: During the application process you have only one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and Submit the application. You will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once you "Submit" the application materials. The software does not allow you to "Save" your application and return to complete the process at a later time. The page "My Experience" has an area provided under Resume/CV to drop or upload files. Be sure to include:

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• 3 -5 professional references and their full contact information
• Unofficial transcripts (if required)All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.

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