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Department/CollegeLibraryPosition TitleLibrary Support Specialist (Circulation)Job CategoryStaffPosting Number00211FLSANon-ExemptFull or Part TimeFull-TimeOtherTemporaryNoIf Temporary, number of months Position Summary Information

Duties

The Library Support Specialist is responsible for supporting the library in various capacities. This position reports directly to the University Library Director.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
CIRCULATION:
•Responsible for staffing the circulation desk and closing of the library building. Works an alternative schedule of Sunday-Thursday 12pm-9pm. (Subject to change based on the needs of the Library)
•Assists Circulation Supervisor with reports, notifications, and records maintenance as needed.
•Maintenance of the library stacks including but not limited to reading, shifting, shelving and fronting the materials.
•Patron Assistance including but not limited to general use questions, reference desk hours, and patron complaints with appropriate logging of the questions and answers.
•Assists in the supervision of the student assistants.
•Provides courteous customer service to all patrons and students.
•Works in conjunction with the Circulation Supervisor to ensure smooth operations of the Circulation department.
INTERLIBRARY LOAN SERVICES:
•Responsible for the efficient running of Interlibrary Loan services including but not limited to ordering, receiving, processing, shipping, copying, and follow-up of lending and receiving materials.
•Maintains a manual for Interlibrary Loan policies and procedures with instructions for the backup if needed.
•Maintains records and statistics for the Interlibrary Loan department.
•Keeps abreast of new technologies and practices in interlibrary loan.
•Assist patrons, staff, and faculty with issues dealing with Interlibrary Loan and material retrieval.
FACULTY RESERVE MATERIALS:
•Assists in maintaining a manual for Reserve policies and procedures with instructions for the backup if needed.
•Assists in maintaining the reserve shelves for faculty and students, including placement and removal of reserve materials in accordance to copyright laws.
•Assists in communicating with faculty and students regarding the reserve collection.
•Assists in maintaining records identifying placement and removal of reserve materials.
•Assists in providing Library Staff with information regarding the reserve collection.
OTHER FUNCTIONS:
•Serves as back-up to Course Reserves as needed.
•Remain abreast of current developments in field.

Qualifications

•Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s Degree preferred) from an accredited college or university in related field.
•Experience in Microsoft Office required.
•At least two years of experience working in a library or related organization required; academic library experience preferred.
OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS:
•Effective oral and written skills.
•Ability to work independently or with minimum supervision.
•Ability to work flexible schedule including evenings and weekend hours.
•Initiative to address and resolve library problems or issues.
•Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty and staff, and general public.
•Basic knowledge of archival procedures in preservation and conservation.
•Ability to work well under pressure, and be flexible in the face of change.
•Working knowledge of a personal computer, specifically email, Internet, and online purchasing.
•Computer and printer troubleshooting skills, and ability to learn new computer software.
•Knowledge of library practices, procedures, standards, and organization.

Salary Schedule

Salary Band: N160
To view salary schedules visit:
www.athens.edu/human-resources/salary-schedule-tables/
Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

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University Information

Located in historic Athens, Alabama, Athens State University offers junior and senior-level coursework to community college graduates and transfer students holding sufficient credits from other institutions. Presently, over 3,100 students have selected Athens State because of its neighborly environment where 50 majors and degree programs are offered, with courses taught by a supportive and exceptional faculty. Approximately 80% of the students are enrolled in at least one online course. The typical student is a working adult who commutes. Recently, the University was featured in the 2015 Best Value Online College Rankings by OnlineU.org for four online programs including computer science, accounting, education and human resources. The University offers undergraduate degree programs in Liberal Arts, Teacher Preparation, and Business. The University employs more than 350 full and part-time employees with approximately 90 full-time faculty members in three colleges: College of Arts and Sciences, College of Business, and College of Education. Seventy-five percent of the full-time faculty members hold a terminal degree. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Athens, Alabama is located in north Alabama equidistant between Nashville, TN and Birmingham, AL. Athens is home to several events and festivals that have been featured as the Southeast Tourism Society’s “Top 20 Events in the Southeast” including the Athens Storytelling Festival and the Tennessee Valley Old Time Fiddlers Convention.

EEO Statement

Non-Discrimination Policy Statement Athens State University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. Athens State University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, sexual orientation, disability, religion, genetic information, or veteran status in employment, or admissions to or participation in educational programs and activities. Inquiries or concerns may be addressed to the Office of the Vice President of Enrollment and Student Support Services, 300 N. Beaty St., Athens, AL 35611, 256- 233-8175.

Background Check Statement

In accordance with Athens State University Policy and guidelines, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from that criminal background check.

Close Date08/01/2019Open Until FilledNoSpecial Instructions to Applicants

Unofficial transcripts should be from the college or university which verifies minimum qualifications for the position. Upon an offer of employment, official transcripts from all colleges and universities attended must be submitted. Continued employment is contingent upon receipt of transcripts from all colleges and universities attended.

Please provide contact information for three professional references on your application. Please include the correct email addresses for each reference provider if available.

Additional Information

Athens State University participates in the E-verify System to verify employment eligibility for all newly-hired employees.

Start date: August, 2019

Position closes, August 01, 2019, midnight, CST.

For assistance, contact the Human Resources Office at 256-216-3333 or email us at employment@athens.edu.

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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts

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