Library Assistant III

Library Assistant III

University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee

Position Number: 01141271 

Introduction (Description of School/College/Dept/Program)


Job Summary

Working Title: American Geographical Society Library Assistant
Official Title: Library Assistant III
UWM Libraries
American Geographical Society Library
Salary Range: $17.20 ($35,776)

To apply, visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/37127

Position Summary:
Under the supervision of the American Geographical Society Library (AGSL) Curator, this position performs a wide range of complex library services in a highly collaborative, small team environment supporting the day-to-day operations of the AGSL. The Library Assistant is responsible for hiring, coordinating and supervising student employees, providing administrative support for the AGSL Curator and staff and all aspects of collection management. The person often acts as first contact with the public, is expected to have the knowledge and ability to handle routine information needs and helps facilitate the AGSL's active outreach programs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Supports the day to day operations of AGSL by providing guidance in the use of library information resources, operations, or by acquiring, preparing and preserving library information resources for use.
  
• Interprets policies and procedures to answer non-routine questions and resolve complex issues.
  
• Utilizes designated library systems, tools, standards, and practices to locate, retrieve, and organize; and/or describe, edit, preserve and reformat a variety of library information resources.
  
• May create invoices, process complex orders, and resolve any purchasing discrepancies.
  
• Conducts reference searches to locate relevant materials and answer questions as needed.
  
• Utilizes library software and systems to retrieve, enter and report on data using a wide variety of applications.
  
• Uses independent judgement to provide complex library services, and acts as a resource to other library staff.
  
• Hires, trains, and guides student employees, monitors student workflows and budgets.
  
• Contributes to the development of policies and procedures.
  
• Participates in committee work within the library and the university.
  
  Minimum Qualifications:
  
• High school diploma or equivalent
  
  Preferred Qualifications:
  
• Bachelor's degree
  
• 1 year experience working in a professional setting.
  
• Evidence of experience working in an academic library environment, including collection management
  
• Evidence of knowledge of library management systems, preferably Ex Libris Alma
  
• Evidence of ability to creatively manage active social media presence.
  
• Evidence of working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 suite, including Teams and Sharepoint
  
• Evidence of knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
  
• Evidence of experience hiring, training, and guiding student employees
  
• Evidence of working knowledge of Wordpress or other website CMS software
  
  Competencies:
  
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
  
• Evidence of excellent interpersonal, problem-solving, research and organizational skills
  
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, faculty and patrons.
  
• Evidence of ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.
  
• Evidence of a good grasp of and strong interest in learning new computer software and hardware skills
  
• Physical ability for handling of maps, books, atlases (able to lift 30lbs above head and to retrieve and file large, bulky folders from map case drawers)
  
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion in the workplace to contribute to UWM's diversity & inclusion goal
  
  Minimum Qualifications
  

• High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 1 year experience working in a professional setting
• Evidence of experience working in an academic library environment, including collection management
• Evidence of knowledge of library management systems, preferably Ex Libris Alma
• Evidence of ability to creatively manage active social media presence
• Evidence of working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 suite, including Teams and Sharepoint
• Evidence of knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
• Evidence of experience hiring, training, and guiding student employees
• Evidence of working knowledge of Wordpress or other website CMS software

Application Instructions
Completed application materials must include a cover letter addressing the minimum and preferred qualifications for the position as listed above, a resume or curriculum vitae, and three professional references

Application Notes
For this position, applicants are required to apply online. UWM will not consider paper, emailed or faxed applications. Additionally, applicants must complete all required fields and attach any required documents. The process is complete when the message “Your application has been submitted” is displayed and you receive a confirmation number.

Legal Notices AA/EO Statement

UWM is an AA/EO employer: All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, or protected veteran status.

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CBC and Reference Check Policy

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Employment Authorization

In compliance with federal law, all persons at the time of their start date will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/37127




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