Library Information Specialist, part-time, Special Collections & Rare Books

University of Missouri System; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 22,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Missouri-Columbia seeks a Library Specialist for the Libraries Special Collections & Archives. The role serves as the first point of contact for visitors, providing reference support and reading room supervision under supervision of the Library Information Specialist Sr.

You will manage appointments, assist with access to Special Collections, and support instruction sessions. The position emphasizes front-desk responsibilities, materials tracking in FOLIO, and coordination with

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with at least 2 years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise reading room and assist visitors with reference support.
• Provide Tier 1 reference assistance in person, by phone, and digitally.
• Track and manage materials using the FOLIO system.
• Assist with instruction sessions and departmental tours as needed.
• Organize holds and shelves for patrons and classes.

Skills

Customer service

Receptionist experience

Communication skills

Education

Higher education coursework in library science/humanities/social sciences

Tools

FOLIO system

Dewey Decimal & Library of Congress

Job description

Hiring Department

Libraries Special Collections & Archives

Job Description

This position is the first point of contact for visitors to the Special Collections department. The Library Specialist assists the Special Collections librarians and the Library Information Specialist, Sr. with the operation of the unit by providing reference support and reading room supervision. Reports to the Library Information Specialist Sr. for daily tasks.

Key Job Duties:

• Supervises research appointments, supporting patrons through the registration process and instructing patrons of proper use of Special Collections items.
• Provides basic reference support to patrons (Tier 1 and 1+) through in-person, telephone, and digital requests. When appropriate, forwards advanced questions and requests to the appropriate librarian.
• Tracks the requesting, paging, and use of Special Collections materials within designated areas, checking in and out items in FOLIO for patrons and classes.
• Helps setting up for instruction sessions and tours as needed.
• Assists with processing and stacks management projects, including inventory, maintenance, and preservation needs of Special Collections materials.
• Tracks and compiles departmental statistics such as appointments, reference requests, and environmental data in Special Collections storage areas.
• Organizes the hold shelves, ensuring that requested materials are properly identified for patrons and classes.
• Works on other duties and projects as assigned by the Library Information Specialist Sr. and/or other librarians in the department.

Shift

20 hours per week. The schedule will vary based on departmental needs, but will typically be scheduled Mon-Fri during daytime hours.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a customer service setting.
• Experience as a receptionist, front office representative, or office manager, or in a library and cultural heritage institution.
• Knowledge of library classification systems, including Dewey Decimal and Library of Congress.
• Higher education coursework in the areas of library science, humanities, or social sciences.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $16.00-$16.70 per hour

Grade: GGS-6

University Title: Library Information Specialist

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Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement/retirement/core-voluntary-plans

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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