22162P2A - Library Associate II

University of Mississippi; Mississippi; On-site; USD 43,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi Library Department in Mississippi is seeking a staff member to support library patron services and library management goals with minimal supervision. The role contributes to policy and tool development to advance the library's mission.

Responsibilities include processing collections, assisting with exhibits, and maintaining detailed records in spreadsheets and databases, while ensuring high-quality public service and adherence to standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required
• 3 years of relevant experience required
• Experience in library setting desirable

Responsibilities

• Processes collections according to established standards.
• Participates in the curation of basic exhibits and assists with complex/advanced exhibits.
• Creates, updates, and manages detailed and complex records in spreadsheets and databases
• Maintains quality public services provided to library users.
• Digitizes manuscript and photographic materials according to established standards
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.

Education

Bachelor's (Required)

Job description

The University of Mississippi — fondly referred to as Ole Miss —stands as a premier public research institution with a proud legacyof academic distinction. We are devoted to nurturing a vibrant,inclusive community where every member — student, faculty, andstaff — can achieve their fullest potential.

Join the Ole Miss Family — Build Your Legacy Here!

Department:

Library

Job Summary:

Performs routine and complex duties in support of library patronneeds and library management goals under minimal supervision.Supports the development of policies, procedures and tools toadvance library mission and goals.

Job Description:

• Resolves library-related issues, answers complex questions, andprovides information on non-routine library services to individualsor groups based on set material or standards.
• Maintains internal and external partnerships to advance thegoals of the library program.
• Makes recommendations for improvement to the development oflibrary policies and procedures.
• Incorporates improvement recommendations into existing servicesbased on feedback and institutional needs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Processes collections according to established standards.
• Participates in the curation of basic exhibits and assists withcomplex/advanced exhibits.
• Creates, updates, and manages detailed and complex records inspreadsheets and databases
• Maintains quality public services provided to libraryusers.
• Digitizes manuscript and photographic materials according toestablished standards
• Performs similar or related duties as assigned orrequired.

Other Requirements:

• Physical Requirements: This position may require the handling, transporting, andrelocating of materials, including boxes and archival collections,weighing up to approximately 50 pounds, with or withoutreasonable accommodation.
• Visual Requirements: This position requires the ability to review, process, andinterpret printed and handwritten materials, including cursivewriting, as well as information displayed on computer screens andother documents, with or without reasonableaccommodation.

Education Qualifications:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Relevant experience| 3 Years| Required

Compensation:

$42,640.00 - $63,980.80

Interview Requirement:

Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for aninterview must notify the Department of EqualOpportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonableaccommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.

EEO Statement:

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in anyemployment practice, education program, or education activity toall qualified persons. The University complies with all applicablelaws regarding equal opportunity and does not unlawfullydiscriminate against any employee or applicant for employment basedupon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation,gender identity or expression, religion, national origin,ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, military status, protectedveteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protectedstatus.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safecampus community. UM conducts background investigations forapplicants being considered for employment. Backgroundinvestigations include a criminal history record check, and whenappropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving historycheck.