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Library Specialist, University of Southern Maine, (Gorham, ME)

Posted May 15, 2026

Job Description:

USM Libraries & Learning invites applicants to join our dynamic team!

The University of Southern Maine is seeking applicants for the full-time position of Library Specialist CL3 located primarily on the Gorham Campus. 

The Library Specialist is a key member of the Gorham Library team. The position provides a variety of services and support including information services, circulation assistance, reference, e-reserves, assistance with navigating academic support services, and answering basic technology/computer questions. Excellent service skills are required. The Library Specialist shares responsibility for training and supervising library student assistants. The person in this position will have the needed skills to assist with Interlibrary Loan and digital library services and resources. This position has extensive in-person, telephone, and online interactions with students, faculty, staff, researchers, and the public. This position is responsible for building opening/closing procedures.

Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D) and one year of specialized training or education in library related services
  • OR, High School diploma or equivalent (G.E.D) and five years of library support experience. 

Hours & Compensation:

Academic Year schedule, Gorham Campus, Sunday 11:30am-8:00pm, Monday 9:00am-5:30pm, Tuesday – Thursdays 7:30am-4:00pm. Summer hours and intersession hours are subject to change.

This Library Specialist position will pay a starting rate of $21.09/hour (non-negotiable) or the appropriate transfer rate for a current employee with the University of Maine System. 

How To Apply:

To learn more about this position and to apply, please visit the official job posting, linked here.

Please submit the following when you apply.

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  • Finalist candidates will be asked to provide a list of the names and contact information for references.

Please submit all required materials by June 3, 2026

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