Library Specialist IV

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Library Specialist IV to join our team at Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr. As a key member of our library staff, you will be responsible for providing exceptional support to our patrons, managing library operations, and ensuring the smooth functioning of our library services.

• Supports the Service Plus philosophy: Treats customers in a kind, courteous manner; Offers responses and solutions to questions and problems in accordance with current HSC Policy and Procedures found in OP Manual.
• Adheres to institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures: Maintains a safe environment with no reported violations.
• Manages serials collection: Receives, checks in, and processes media for shelving and circulation; Communicates with serials staff in Lubbock and other libraries.
• Purchases library supplies: Selects supplies from Staples catalog/portal and other vendors; Communicates with Lubbock Library Accounting Department about availability of funds for supplies; Places orders online; Requests deviations; Receives supplies in mail. Forwards packing slips and invoices to Lubbock Library Accounting Department for payment.
• Circulation and supervision of student assistants: Staffs circulation desk in absence of Unit Supervisor. Supervises and re-schedules/communicates with student assistants as needed.
• Meets regularly with Unit Associate Director: Meets formally with Unit Associate Director once a week and as needed to discuss schedule, plus ad-hoc and ongoing projects.
• New books processing: Receives new books and other items, copies packing slips and sent to Technical Services in Lubbock, updates internal book order records, and shelves.
• Deposits checks: Receives all checks via Associate Director; Keeps records of deposits; Reconciles checks with receipts for internal billing, and interlibrary loan; Deposits checks; Also, acts as proxy for the department's P-card, making sure that it is reconciled correctly and on-time each month.
• Receives and sorts mail: Specialist IV will receive the mail each day and sort it, making sure that items are delivered to the correct staff member.
• Unit Safety Officer: Adheres to institutional and departmental safety policies and procedures; Coordinate continuing education safety classes for department workers.
• Oversees and maintains branch's 3D printers and supplies: The Specialist IV (S4) will manage 3D printers, and make sure that they are well maintained (regular maintenance; coordinating supply orders). The S4 will also assist the librarians with 3D printing requests, sometimes interacting directly with the patrons.

To be successful in this role, you will need to have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, be highly organized and detail-oriented, and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team. You will also need to have a strong understanding of library operations and procedures, as well as experience with managing serials collections and purchasing library supplies.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are a motivated and detail-oriented individual who is passionate about providing exceptional library services, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.