Library Resource Assistant

Staffordshire University; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK university is seeking a Library Resource Assistant to support the management of library resources and enhance student experiences. The role involves contributing to library operations, ensuring accessibility, and promoting services through effective communications. This position is vital for maintaining operational effectiveness in library spaces and overseeing the administration of collections, ensuring compliance and resource optimization.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to daily operations of library learning spaces and systems.
• Follow processes for reading lists, acquisitions, and digitisation.
• Ensure accessibility of library services to diverse users.
• Support communications to promote library resources and services.
• Assist in administration of library collections and compliance.

Job description

Overview

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Resources and Library Systems Team as a Library Resource Assistant. The team plays an essential role in shaping the experience of students and staff at the University of Staffordshire, provides technical and admin support for library systems and delivers high quality access to our resources.

This is a vital position supporting the preparation, access and maintenance of digital and print library learning resources at the University. This position focuses on ensuring operational effectiveness within library learning spaces and promoting student success through effective information and guidance.

Main Responsibilities

1. Library Learning Spaces and Systems support
   • Contribute to the daily operations of library learning spaces and systems, ensuring timely access to required resources for all users.
2. Reading Lists
   • Follow appropriate processes for reading lists, acquisitions and digitisation ensuring accurate support for Learning and Teaching.
3. Inclusivity and Accessibility
   • Ensure that all library services are accessible to a diverse user base and operational processes reflect this.
4. Promotion and Marketing
   • Support communications, publicity and marketing to promote library resources and services.
5. Administration of Library Collections
   • Assist in the administration of library collections, including license agreements, and stock management to ensure compliance and optimal resource usage.