Special Collections Reader Services & Admin Assistant

University of Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Chicago Library seeks a Reader Services and Administrative Assistant (RSAA) to support access to Special Collections materials. You will staff the Reading Room, assist researchers, and manage Aeon and LibAnswers tasks, while providing general administrative support to the Director and SCRC as needed.

The role emphasizes strong English communication, organization, confidentiality, and teamwork, with responsibilities spanning circulation, reference referrals, event support, and

Qualifications

• Strong written and spoken English communication
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Ability to work as part of a diverse team and adapt to shifting priorities
• Familiarity with library systems and reference services preferred (Aeon, LibAnswers)

Responsibilities

• Staff the circulation desk and oversee circulation and use of materials in Reading Room
• Register new researchers and assist with Aeon user accounts
• Assist with holds, reshelving, and related record-keeping
• Monitor reading room and public areas; supervise materials circulation
• Respond to onsite and remote PDF scan requests via LibAnswers
• Refer reference queries to appropriate staff
• Provide paging backup and evening coverage
• Assist with administrative duties and event support

Skills

Communication in English

Organization

Attention to detail

Discretion

Teamwork

Tools

Aeon

LibAnswers

Content management

Job description

University of Chicago Library seeks a Reader Services and Administrative Assistant (RSAA) to support access to Special Collections materials. You will staff the Reading Room, assist researchers, and manage Aeon and LibAnswers tasks, while providing general administrative support to the Director and SCRC as needed.

The role emphasizes strong English communication, organization, confidentiality, and teamwork, with responsibilities spanning circulation, reference referrals, event support, and