Senior Library Specialist (Acquisitions and Resource Sharing) - (STA009714)

Coordinates the daily operations of a library function or program such as serial ordering, reference processing, special collections, electronic publications, information services, and so forth.

1. Performs reference work using subject expertise or general resource material.
2. Trains and coordinates the work activities of library specialists, library assistants, and/or student workers.
3. Interprets and teaches use of basic indexes, directories, guides, files and catalogs.
4. Receives and processes reserves and library loan requests.
5. Compiles book lists and bibliographies; reviews books and other material in areas of subject expertise.
6. Participates in the preparation, maintainance and updating of policies and procedures for functional area.
7. May teach electronic research classes to new and experienced library users.
8. Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

EEO/AA

Description of Acquisitions and Resource Sharing

UH Libraries Acquisitions and Resource Sharing Department handles purchasing and payment for library materials and is home to interlibrary loan services. The ability to rapidly learn new technologies is essential to success in this position, as is adaptability to shifting priorities, daily workloads, and routines.

This position is located in the MD Anderson Library on UH’s main campus.

Standard hours of work are M-F, 8 am to 5 pm.

Duties Specific to This Position:

• Process incoming interlibrary loan requests from library patrons and partner libraries

• Provide excellent customer service via telephone, email, and in person

• Contact other libraries as needed

• Troubleshoot minor system errors and patron issues

• Process incoming purchased and borrowed materials

• Work with University Accounts Payable to set up vendors, process payments, and solve problems

• Work with vendors to request invoices, make payments, or resolve financial issues

• Create orders in vendor systems and library management system; create vouchers for invoice payment

• Assist with other related duties

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent communication skills required

• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies

• Experience with Alma library services platform and ILLiad interlibrary loan management system preferred.

• Experience with MS Office suite required

Qualifications :

Associates and 1 year experience

Requires the ability and knowledge for analysis and interpretation of procedures, policies and practices attainable through specific education and/or training programs in a specialty or technical field. Advanced vocational or electronic skills or a basic knowledge of a professional field is required. An Associate's degree or certification/licensing in a technical specialty program of over 18 months and up to 3 years duration are characteristic of this field. Requires a minimum of one (1) year of directly job-related experience.

Additional Job Posting Information:

• Department is willing to do education in lieu of experience.
• May Be Eligible for Alternative Workplace Arrangements .