Library Collections & ETD Specialist

University of Massachusetts Lowell; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Massachusetts Lowell is hiring a Library Collections Management Associate based at O’Leary Library. You will support acquisitions, copy cataloging, and collection maintenance while coordinating Electronic Theses and Dissertations submissions with campus offices.

Streaming media management and staff training are also key responsibilities. The role emphasizes collaboration with students, faculty, and departments to ensure timely access to materials and compliance with library

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or associate degree with library experience (6 months–2 years).
• Commitment to equitable service in a diverse community.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and independent decision-making.
• Ability to balance multiple priorities and projects.
• Clear oral and written communication.
• Attention to detail and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Support acquisitions workflows, copy cataloging, and collection maintenance.
• Process new physical materials and add ebook holdings to the catalog.
• Assist ETD submissions and liaise with Registrar's Office and Graduate Studies.
• Manage streaming media licensing and renewals; respond to requests promptly.
• Train student workers and develop training materials and documentation.
• Collaborate to provide excellent service to internal and external partners.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Discretion and confidentiality

Teamwork

Independent decision-making

Education

Bachelor's degree with library experience 6 months

Associate's degree with 2 years library experience

Tools

ProQuest portal

Excel

Library catalogs search and faceting

Job description

University of Massachusetts Lowell is hiring a Library Collections Management Associate based at O’Leary Library. You will support acquisitions, copy cataloging, and collection maintenance while coordinating Electronic Theses and Dissertations submissions with campus offices.

Streaming media management and staff training are also key responsibilities. The role emphasizes collaboration with students, faculty, and departments to ensure timely access to materials and compliance with library