Special Collections Reference & Reading Room Lead

University of Missouri-Columbia; 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

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