Hiring Department: Library
Job Description
The Library Information Specialist position will perform the following circulation and access services duties:
- Check materials in/out
- Assist library patrons with inquiries or other needs that arise
- Monitor and enforce library rules
- Maintain a safe environment for patrons and library staff
- Implement emergency procedures and protocols as needed in coordination with the library security officers and campus police
- Manage stacks maintenance (re-shelving, shelf-reading, weeding, and assessing damaged materials), ensuring collection health, space for growth, and a user-friendly browsing experience
- Responsible for general supervision of the library building during daytime hours, including opening the building Monday through Friday
- Submit work orders to the Facilities Management Department for building maintenance repairs or other issues
- Other duties as assigned
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. The University will not sponsor applicants for this position for employment visas.
Shift: 40 hours/week, Monday through Friday
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in libraries.
- Experience supervising student workers.
Anticipated Hiring Range
Salary Range: $17.40-$23.85
Grade: GGS-007
University Title: Library Information Specialist II
Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.
Application Materials
- Application materials include a cover letter and resume. Finalists will be asked to provide references at a later date.
- Applicants must combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as a resume attachment to the UMSL Careers: https://www.umsl.edu/services/hrs/careers/index.html
- Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.). For questions about the application process, please email employment@umsl.edu. If you are experiencing technical problems, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.
Benefit Eligibility
This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To request ADA accommodations, please email the Office of Human Resources at umslhr@umsl.edu.