Senior Circulation & Library Services Specialist

Denison University; Granville Township (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare plan

403(b) retirement

Vacation days

Holidays

Campus closure during holidays

Free parking

Gym membership

Free classes

Job summary

Denison University in Granville, Ohio, is seeking a Library Services Specialist to support circulation, reserves, interlibrary loan, and facilities coordination. You will supervise student staff, manage stacks, and aid researchers with reference services using Denison's library systems.

The role requires strong organization, supervisory experience, and solid computer literacy. It offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within a vibrant residential

Qualifications

• Three years of college and two years of library work experience, or equivalent combination.
• One year of supervisory experience
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to follow through on problems, and outstanding oral and written communications skills
• Basic level of computer literacy including the ability to identify and correct minor computer hardware problems and to clearly define computer problems for IT Help Desk personnel.
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt to a variety of software applications.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial screening to library users and advanced service with locating and circulating materials, reserving equipment, using library computers or software, and other access services functions.
• Process resource sharing and interlibrary loan requests to facilitate lending/borrowing between Denison Libraries and other institutions.
• Assist in retrieving, cataloging, and maintaining course reserves and oversee reservations of study carrels and lockers.
• Hire, train, and mentor student employees to assist in stacks maintenance and circulation functions.
• Maintain stock of all print materials for circulation and update wayfinding signage as needed.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Three years of college and library work experience

Supervisory experience

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Denison University in Granville, Ohio, is seeking a Library Services Specialist to support circulation, reserves, interlibrary loan, and facilities coordination. You will supervise student staff, manage stacks, and aid researchers with reference services using Denison's library systems.

The role requires strong organization, supervisory experience, and solid computer literacy. It offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional growth within a vibrant residential