Position InformationPosting NumberSRGV7699Working TitleLibrary AssociateNumber of Vacancies1LocationBrownsville, TexasDepartmentUniversity LibraryFTE1.0FLSANon-ExemptScope of JobTo provide the highest level of paraprofessional and supervisory skills necessary to the operation of a unit of the University library or in a departmental library during night and weekend hours. Responsible for performing specialized duties requiring advanced operational skills and high library knowledge, with frequent application of limited professional knowledge of library principles and procedures.Description of Duties Assists patrons with library electronic databases and search tools including online catalog. Assists patrons with library books and equipment check-in and check-out. Reports night and weekend security or maintenance issues to campus PD and or Maintenance. Assists patrons with fines and fees and transcript holds. Assists patrons with use of compact shelving, Knowledge Imaging Center scanners, microform readers and other equipment. Collects and reconciles library fines and fees. Maintains library shelves in proper order and assist patrons in locating materials Evaluates and resolves patron inquiries and complaints about library policies and procedures. Monitors and maintains computer lab printers supplied of paper and toner for library. Creates and updates library patron records, mail out overdue notices, and contact patrons about missing books. Assists patrons with campus account login issues. Assists patrons with campus information and directional assistance. Coordinates the work of student workers. Responsible for opening, closing, securing, and evacuating the library building. Performs other duties as assigned.Supervision ReceivedGeneral direction from the assigned supervisor.Supervision GivenDirect supervision of all assigned staff.Required EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent.Preferred EducationTwelve (12) college credit hours in Computer Information Systems or computer related field with an Associate’s degree.Licenses/CertificationsNone.Required Experience Three (3) years of library experience in a support position, or a combination of, One (1) year of full time office work experience with an Associate’s Degree / 60 college credit hours.Preferred ExperienceN/AEquipmentUse of standard office equipment.Working ConditionsNeeds to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Office Environment; some travel and weekend work is required. Must be able to stoop and reach in order to lift books to stock shelves, lift boxes of books and other library materials, and push carts and dollies loaded with library materials.OtherAbility to assist patrons with library electronic databases and search tools including online catalog. Must possess good writing, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work with library Millennium system and Library of Congress classification system.Physical CapabilitiesN/AEmployment CategoryFull-TimeMinimum SalaryCommensurate with ExperiencePosted SalaryCommensurate with ExperiencePosition Available Date07/30/2024Grant Funded PositionNoIf Yes, Provide Grant Expiration DatePosting Detail InformationEEO StatementIt is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.Special Instructions to ApplicantsDear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: Date of Birth Gender Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.Additional InformationUTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/43731Posting Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk ().
Are you a current UTRGV employee?
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Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?
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Please select your highest level of completed education.
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Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents
Resume
Optional Documents
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae
Unofficial Transcripts
Reference Letter 1
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Unofficial Transcripts 2
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Letter of Interest
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Full-time- ID: #52193063
- State: Texas Brownsville 78520 Brownsville USA
- City: Brownsville
- Salary: USD TBD TBD
- Showed: 2024-07-29
- Deadline: 2024-09-28
- Category: Et cetera