Driver/Materials Handler

The Milton S. Eisenhower Library is the main research library of Johns Hopkins University's Sheridan Libraries and Museums. Reporting to the Print Maintenance Librarian, we are seeking a Driver/Materials Handler to provide safe and reliable transportation services for library materials between various area locations (daily 35-mile radius, with occasional transportation beyond that range). This role's important mission relies on excellent communication & customer service skills to be successful, as well as the ability to appropriately handle sensitive materials.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Load and drive cargo van, safely and dependably transporting library collections between on and off-campus facilities.
• Safely load and manipulate hand trucks, pallet jacks, and vehicle liftgates.
• Ensure the preservation & security of library materials.
• Apply best practices for handling special collections.
• Liaise with internal and external partners to schedule pick-up and deliveries.
• Support general library collections maintenance.
• Assist in data gathering for collection use analysis.
• Assist patrons.
• As needed: Handle, package, and distribute domestic & international, ingoing and outgoing mail (USPS, UPS, FedEx), using shipping software.
• Other duties as assigned.

Additional Information

• Must have valid U.S. driver's license with a good driving record.
• The hired individual will have the flexibility to choose when their workday begins, within our established workweek. If interested, please mention this during your interview.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
• One year of related experience.
• Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.

Preferred Qualifications

• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to work productively and efficiently in a time-sensitive environment.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
• Familiarity with shipping software, or similar applications (Microsoft Excel, spreadsheets, or inventory management programs).

Classified Title: Library Assistant I

Job Posting Title (Working Title): Driver/Materials Handler (Collection Services)

Role/Level/Range: ATO 37.5/01/OC

Starting Salary Range: $ $25.25 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)

Employee group: Full Time

Schedule: M-F, 9am-5:30pm

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Johns Hopkins Bayview

Department name: Collection Services

Personnel area: Libraries

Total Rewards

The referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of Johns Hopkins University's salary range for this position. Not all candidates will be eligible for the upper end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions, education/training and other qualifications. Johns Hopkins offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More information can be found here:

Education and Experience Equivalency

Please refer to the job description above to see which forms of equivalency are permitted for this position. If permitted, equivalencies will follow these guidelines: JHU Equivalency Formula: 30 undergraduate degree credits (semester hours) or 18 graduate degree credits may substitute for one year of experience. Additional related experience may substitute for required education on the same basis. For jobs where equivalency is permitted, up to two years of non-related college course work may be applied towards the total minimum education/experience required for the respective job.

Applicants Completing Studies

Applicants who do not meet the posted requirements but are completing their final academic semester/quarter will be considered eligible for employment and may be asked to provide additional information confirming their academic completion date.

Background Checks

The successful candidate(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. Johns Hopkins is committed to hiring individuals with a justice-involved background, consistent with applicable policies and current practice. A prior criminal history does not automatically preclude candidates from employment at Johns Hopkins University. In accordance with applicable law, the university will review, on an individual basis, the date of a candidate's conviction, the nature of the conviction and how the conviction relates to an essential job-related qualification or function.

Diversity and Inclusion

The Johns Hopkins University values diversity, equity and inclusion and advances these through our key strategic framework, the JHU Roadmap on Diversity and Inclusion.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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

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