This Access Services Specialist-Print Collections supports the teaching, learning, and research of the Georgetown University community by helping fulfill the University Library’s mission as an agile organization providing preeminent services, collections, and spaces. This position provides support in the Print Collections and at all Service Desk Units in the Access Services department by performing routine tasks and executing special projects. This work schedule will be Tuesday-Saturday, and on Saturdays this position will serve as the sole supervisor on duty.
This position is responsible for the implementation of an inventory procedure. This position is responsible for all activities associated with the faculty office delivery service- including processing requests, ensuring timely delivery of materials, communicating with faculty regarding failed deliveries and special requests, and sending delivery confirmation notices. This position coordinates the courier service of materials on the Main campus as well as between the Main, Medical, OCS, and Law campuses including coordinating the process of weeding and delivery of materials to off-campus storage. Assists with the scheduling, training, and supervision of 30-50 student library assistants every semester. Work assignments and schedules will vary to address cyclical and priority needs of the department.
Minimum Qualifications:
- BA/BS
- 1 year related experience
- Familiarity with the role of academic libraries meeting the information needs of students, faculty, and staff
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong public service orientation
- Computer literate, including ability to learn new software programs and technologies
- Familiarity with Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel
- Familiarity with Google Apps, especially Gmail, calendar, and Drive
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and push carts weighing over 100 lbs.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Supervisory experience, especially of student employees
- Experience working with integrated library management systems, bibliographic databases, and/or Internet resources
- Experience managing logistics and directing staff to complete complex tasks or projects
- Ability to adjust to periods of increased workflow and varying responsibilities
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a complex, changing environment
- Ability to be diplomatic and negotiate disputes with stakeholders
The Georgetown University Library is an agile organization located in the nation’s capital, committed to advancing Georgetown University’s global leadership in academics and research, while also addressing the requirements of the changing landscape of higher education and the evolving nature of scholarly communication. By providing preeminent services, collections and spaces, the Library contributes to the creation, dissemination and preservation of knowledge, as well as the transformation of learning and research.
The Library is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse staff dedicated to excellence in service, continuous learning, and leadership within the library profession. With diversity as one of its Library’s core values, the Library not only seeks to actively recruit and retain a diverse workforce, but also ensures the acquisition of a diverse collection of materials and a climate of openness and respect for all traditions, cultures, and ideas.
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