Pay Grade/Pay Range: Minimum: $15.48 - Midpoint: $18.56 (Hourly N2)
Department/Organization: 219101 - University Libraries
Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:45pm
Job Summary: The Library Public Services Assistant assists patrons in the use of the library and its resources. Creates, edits, and maintains records in libraries online database system. Supports various library units depending upon department assigned, any of the following: reserves and current periodicals, circulation, interlibrary loan, acquisitions and government documents, library ordering, purchasing and budgeting. Obtains and lends materials outside the University campus. Provides routine library facilities and equipment support. May supervise student workers.
Additional Department Summary: This position is responsible for all operations in obtaining material for UA faculty and graduate students that are unavailable in the UA Libraries collections. Initiating the borrowing process by performing bibliographic verification in OCLC and RLIN online databases and the internet; identifying appropriate sources for materials; ordering materials via OCLC, RAPID, or other appropriate methods.
Performs public services and/or technical processing duties that require in-depth knowledge of unit polices, standards, and codes. Frequently uses one or two automated system modules in such activities as inputting data or searching moderately difficult records. Communicates with other library units/departments, university offices, and outside agencies such as libraries and/or vendors on matters of moderate complexity. Collaborates with UA Libraries consortia such as GWLA, SEC, KUDZU, and NAAL. Directs students as needed. Provides input in the development of unit policies and procedures. Performs duties with limited authority to make decisions. Assists with all Circulation duties as needed, including Chat hours and night and weekend rotation.Required Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or GED and two (2) years of library experience; OR associate's degree or higher and some library experience.
Skills and Knowledge: Basic knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and email applications. Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing. Ability to interact in a positive manner with co-workers, patrons, and outside entities.
Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The University of Alabama is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment or volunteer status without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, genetic or family medical history information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, and will not be discriminated against because of their protected status. Applicants and employees of this institution are protected under Federal law from discrimination on several bases. Follow the link below to find out more. "EEO is the Law" Poster
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