University Library Assistant, School of Law Library at University of Connecticut, Hartford, CT
Posted May 12, 2016
The School of Law Library at the University of Connecticut’s Hartford Campus seeks candidates for a full time, permanent University Library Assistant 2 (UCP 5), School of Law. Responsibilities include staffing the circulation desk, collection maintenance, serials check-in, processing materials for the library, inter-library loan processing, opening and closing the library, and other duties related to the provision of library services. The work schedule is Tuesday – Thursday 3 pm – 11 pm; Friday 10 am – 6 pm; Saturday 9 am – 5 pm.
Duties and Responsibilities
Assist library users in broadly defined situations requiring analysis, evaluation and/or interpretation of problematic situations, requiring decision-making with a thorough knowledge of University, library and departmental policies and procedures within broad guidelines; Perform moderately complex operations to provide bibliographic verification or control of library materials, including the use of local and international automated systems requiring knowledge of standard work practices and established methods and techniques in academic law libraries; Trains and supervises a limited number of student assistants, if required by the job and may hire and evaluate student assistants in some cases; Assist library users regarding the location of and questions about law library materials and services using the library’s catalog and interpretation of bibliographic records; Maintain current knowledge of policies, procedures and processes of library operations, departments and university offices interfacing with the library; Initiate and participate in the evaluation of quality and effective user services; Assist with the identification, development and ratification of departmental procedures and policies; Maintain and process patron records using the library system; Create and maintain finding aids, service guides, usage instructions, and directional signage; Represent the Library effectively at the University and in the local community in the course of outreach services, committee service and collaborations; Represent and resolve problems as the professional staff representative for campus after hours and on weekends with library and law school senior administrative staff are off campus; Responsible for opening and closing the library building, including ensuring that the building is vacated by library patrons and that the building is secured; Participate in the provision of interlibrary loan services by ordering and processing requested materials and maintaining transaction records; Participate in stacks management, including shelving and shifting materials; Assist with departmental web page updates using Drupal; Maintain and troubleshoot library equipment; Maintain professional competencies that provide the basis for responding to queries, coordinating services, organization information, creating new tools/resources or implementing and utilizing current and emerging technologies.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree and one year of related experience, or an equivalent combination; ability to work independently with computer generated records and extract pertinent information following established library procedures; working knowledge of one or more foreign languages as required by departmental need; demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with library staff, University faculty and staff and the public regarding straightforward issues and to respond effectively to the needs of the public; demonstrated ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision; demonstrated ability to perform moderately complex tasks that sometimes pose new problems; basic understanding of the operations of the department is required, keeping in mind the relationship of specific assignments to the goals of the department and the library; demonstrated ability to keep up-to-date with standard practices, procedures or policies the incumbent must implement.
Preferred Qualifications
Previous experience working in a law library; previous experience working in a circulation or access services department; previous experience using ALMA and PRIMO; previous experience with interlibrary loan processes in an academic law library; demonstrated knowledge of legal research materials and familiarity with upkeep; demonstrated ability to work successfully in a team-based environment; demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
Appointment Terms
This is a full-time, permanent position located in Hartford, CT at the UConn School of Law. The work schedule for this position will be Tuesday – Thursday 3pm – 11pm; Friday 10 am – 6pm; Saturday 9 am – 5pm
To Apply
Interested candidates please submit a letter of application, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Please reference Search # 2016509. Screening will begin immediately. Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. (Search # 2016509)
This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:59 p.m. Eastern time on May 20, 2016.