Resource Sharing Associate Lending

Massachusetts Institute of Technology; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts Institute of Technology Libraries is seeking a Resource Sharing Associate Lending. The role supports Interlibrary Lending, Borrowing, and BorrowDirect services under the Resource Sharing Manager.

Responsibilities include processing requests, scanning materials, troubleshooting library systems, and assisting patrons and partner institutions. The position is full-time (35 hrs/wk), Monday–Friday, with a union contract under AFSCME Council 93.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with two years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with library catalogs and business software.
• Strong communication, customer service, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to learn new technologies, manage priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Process interlibrary loan requests.
• Scan materials and troubleshoot library systems.
• Assist patrons and partner institutions.
• Maintain documentation and training materials.
• Train staff and students.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Learning new technologies

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Library catalogs

Business software

Job description

Posting Description

RESOURCE SHARING ASSOCIATE LENDING

MIT Libraries, under the direction of the Resource Sharing Manager, supports Interlibrary Lending, Borrowing, and BorrowDirect services. Responsibilities include processing requests, scanning materials, troubleshooting library systems, assisting patrons and partner institutions, maintaining documentation, and training staff and students.

The Full Job Description Is Available Here .

Job Requirements

REQUIRED : High school diploma or equivalent and two years of relevant experience; familiarity with library catalogs and business software; strong communication, customer service, organizational, and problem-solving skills; and the ability to learn new technologies, manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and work independently and collaboratively.

Physical requirements include lifting up to 40 pounds, moving library materials, and pushing book carts weighing up to 150 pounds.

This is a full-time (35 hrs/wk.) position, Monday through Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. (actual schedule to be determined).

This is a union position covered by the collective bargaining agreement between the MIT Libraries and AFSCME Council 93. Questions may be directed to [e-mail] .

Application materials must include a cover letter and resume. Priority will be given to applications received by October 30, 2026; the position will remain open until filled.

10/19/2026