Library Specialist

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Job Summary:

Job Description:

LIBRARY REFERENCE

• Independently provides reference services from the CCICS Library in both in-person and onlinemodes of communication. Activities include analyzing and responding to complex queries, performingfinding activities, such as conducting advanced reference interviews, and providing formal or informalinstruction in the use of bibliographic tools, including print and online catalogs, directories, indexes,digital repositories, and standard reference works.

• Activities also include guiding patrons informulating research questions, choosing appropriate keywords, creating effective search strategies,retrieving relevant information, citing sources, and avoiding plagiarism.

CIRCULATION

• Independently performs tasks associated with the operations of the CCICS Library Circulation Desk.Tasks include complex circulation activities, such as working with library patrons to resolve and respondto circulation problems, and administering and interpreting circulation policies and procedures.

• Checks in and out materials; shelves and retrieves resources; processes and receives interlibrary loan requests;and communicates with circulation staff at other library locations to troubleshoot and resolve circulationissues.

TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANCE

• Assists library patrons in using software, hardware, and equipment in the CCICS Library.

TECHNOLOGY & SPACE MONITORING

• Performs regular audits of public and library computers, troubleshoots problems, and reports/escalatesissues to the Library IT Technical Associate and/or UTS.

• Monitors copier equipment and requests toner/paper, reporting issues as needed.

• Creates a welcoming environment by updating information onbulletin and room reservation boards, maintaining tidy and organized spaces, and notifying libraryand/or CCICS administration of facility/maintenance issues.

• Maintains collaborative relationships withCCICS staff and administration to ensure clear and consistent communication about library services,hours of operation, shared use of space, and any operational changes that impact both the library andCCICS.

RELATED DUTIES

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimal Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Any combination totaling two (2) years (24 months) from the following categories:

A. work experience in a library or equivalent setting.

B. college course work in any field as measured by the following conversion table

• 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)

• Associate's Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)

• 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)

• Bachelor's Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)

Departmental Preferences:

• Proficiency with the Library of Congress Classification System (LC), specialized library circulation management systems and software, such as Alma/Primo or WorldCat, and academic database platforms, such as EBSCO or ProQuest.

• Ability to guide library patrons in developing research skills such as formulating a research question or methodology, choosing appropriate keywords, creating effective search strategies, retrieving relevant information, citing sources, and avoiding plagiarism.

Hours: Monday-Thursday, 10am - 6pm, Friday, 9am-5pm (Hours may vary depending on departmental needs).

Location: Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies (CCICS) Librarylocated in Bronzeville at 700 E. Oakwood Blvd. (Chicago, South Side)

This position requires a background check.

Salary / Hourly Rate Range

Benefits

University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). Please visit ourEmployee Benefitspage to learn more about our comprehensive benefits packageincluding health, dental, and vision benefits, sick and vacation days, and participation in the State Universities Retirement System.

Northeastern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications from Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities, as well as other qualified individuals.Northeastern Illinois University's positions are contingent upon the University's receipt of its State of Illinois appropriation.