de Grummond Collection Assistant

de Grummond Collection Assistant (PT)

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of de Grummond Collection Assistant (PT).

Position Details

Location

Hattiesburg

118 College Drive

Hattiesburg, Mississippi,

United States

Division

McCain Library and Archives

Position Type

Staff

Employment Status

Part Time

Grant Funded

No

Salary Range

Pay Grade

Generic Grade

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please include cover letter and transcripts with application. Review of applications will begin 10 days after posting and continue until position is filled.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary

The de Grummond Collection Assistant oversees the University Libraries' responsibilities pertaining to the Ezra Jack Keats awards.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Along with the Curator and the EJK executive committee, oversees the guidelines for the awards and updates the information, including committee members' names and addresses, annually.
• Along with the Chair of the committee, contacts publishers concerning sending eligible titles for consideration and records books received. Organizes and stores all submissions according to category, i. e., illustrator or writer or both.
• Coordinates the virtual deliberations meetings and the annual virtual "meet and greet" meeting.
• Coordinates press release for the winners after the publishers have been contacted; publicizes events before and after.
• Coordinates all aspects of the Award Ceremony which includes making travel arrangements for EJK Foundation, EJK Committee, and communicating with winners and honors regarding travel and schedule; ordering book bags for festival attendees; creating rack cards, etc. for promotional items.
• Coordinates all details of the reception at the Fay B. Kaigler Children's Book Festival (reservations, catering, invitations, RSVPs, volunteers). Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree Bachelor's degree in English, History or Library Science or related field from an accredited four-year college or university.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Superior organizational skills.
• Knowledge of children's literature, particularly picture books

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We're developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.