Library Specialist

Job Description:

The Library Specialist will provide support for the Librarians in the Eugene D. McMahon Library. The individual in this position will be responsible for a variety of non-librarian duties including but not limited to the following:

Job Duties:

• Assisting patrons with services appropriate to the level of responsibility
• Managing and/or contributing to digital outreach efforts
• Using Library and University software systems to perform a variety of Library tasks
• Cleaning and maintenance of existing library equipment; troubleshooting conducting regular inventories and keeping up to date on new technology to improve the collection
• Assisting with circulation duties including but not limited to supervising the circulation desk as needed and administering the functions of the Digital Media Lab
• Organizing or participating in the organization of Library events and activities
• Supervising student workers as needed
• Assisting with print collection inventory organization and curation
• Collecting and compiling statistical data
• Tracking troubleshooting and maintaining access for electronic resources
• Serving as back-up supervisor of the Tutoring Center and
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervision: The Library Specialist will report to the Library Director.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• Demonstrated successful use of software programs
• Demonstrated high-quality communication skills
• Ability to work with others towards fulfillment of the librarys mission and goals
• Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality customer service

Preferred Qualifications:

• Library experience
• Supervisory experience

Salary Range: $28500

Applying:

Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position resume transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point) names email addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references.

Deadline:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however only candidates whose applications are received by October 7 2026 are assured of receiving full consideration.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift objects under 15 pounds including using the upper body to raise objects from a lower position to a higher position; ability to reach including extending the arm and hand; ability to stand for short or extended periods of time; ability to engage in repetitive motions including finger dexterity; ability to speak hear and see. Ability to crouch climb and walk stairs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree
• Demonstrated successful use of software programs
• Demonstrated high-quality communication skills
• Ability to work with others towards fulfillment of the librarys mission and goals
• Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality customer service

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