Library Associate

2 weeks ago

Lubbock, Texas, United States Texas Tech University Full time

Lubbock

Library Associate - TTU - Library Stacks

37891BR

Library

Position Description

This paraprofessional position holds responsibilities that may involve supervision of a work unit and/or the undertaking of specialized work requiring a high level of expertise, such as cataloging or processing of manuscript collections. Independent judgment and a comprehensive knowledge of tasks are used to accomplish the mission of the unit. Work is performed under general supervision within established policies with latitude for independent judgment. Evaluation is based upon a review of completed work and overall results obtained.

About the University

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

About the Department and/or College

Texas Tech University Libraries serve as a vital partner with students and faculty in their learning endeavors. The University Libraries' system comprises: (1) University Library, (2) Southwest Collection/Special Collections Library, (3) Architecture Library, and (4) Peters Family Legacy Library. The University Library is a patent and trademark depository and is one of two regional depositories for U.S. government documents in Texas. The central focus of the Texas Tech University Libraries is to make available 3.72 million physical volumes, electronic resources, special collections and archives, and to offer services to students and faculty that enable academic and research success.

Major/Essential Functions

  • Monitors and processes book drops, in-house use items, withdrawn books, and in-transit items; perform secondary items searches within the physical collection.
  • Performs Stacks maintenance and supervises shelf reading, shifting, space estimation projects, and other projects as they occur.
  • Responsible for maintaining, processing, and transporting Lost & Found inventory.
  • Oversees and monitors community service workers.
  • Manages day-to-day activities of student assistants. Schedules and tracks student assistant project shifts.
  • Adjusts student assistant schedules to ensure service point coverage is met.
  • Assists Section Supervisor in training approximately 40 student assistants.
  • Provides feedback about student assistant performance to Section Supervisor - Access Services.
  • Assists Section Supervisor - Access Services in designing and leading regular student assistant meetings to discuss new procedures and old issues.
  • Serves as a resource for information about Libraries spaces.
  • Ensures that all student assistants maintain compliance with Access Services, Library, and University policies.
  • Contributes to annual evaluations of student assistant performance.
  • Works at service desk; serves as an escalation point for Primary Desk Staff for customer service questions.
  • Participates in writing and updating Access Services procedures and documentation.
  • Submits End of Day Reports to Section Supervisor - Access Services

Required Qualifications

Bachelors' degree in related field and one year related experience; knowledge and competencies of Microsoft Office. Relevant specialized work experience may substitute for education on a year for year basis. Additional job related education may substitute for required experience on a year for year basis. Ability to learn and work with computer applications unique to libraries or archives.

Safety Information

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Sponsorship not available for employment.

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Professional/Personal References, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Minimum Hire Rate

17.77

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Shift

Day

Schedule Details

Tue-Fri, 8-5 and Sat 10-7

Grant Funded?

No

Job Group

Library Staff

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

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