LIBRARY ASSISTANT I

Position Information

Posting NumberSRGV8427

Working TitleLIBRARY ASSISTANT I

Number of Vacancies1

LocationEdinburg, Texas

DepartmentUniversity Library

FTE1

FLSANon-Exempt

Scope of Job

To provide specialized non-professional library skills within a technical services or public services unit of the University library or in a departmental library. Responsible for performing non-professional duties requiring operational skills and basic knowledge of library practices and procedures.

Description of Duties

• Assists patrons with library electronic databases and search tools including online catalog.
• Assists patrons with check-in and check-out of library books and equipment.
• Performs bibliographic verification for ordering, cataloging, and interlibrary loan.
• Responsible for processing orders and cancellations.
• Processes library books and periodicals.
• Assists at reference or service desk.
• Maintains library shelves in proper order and assists patrons in locating materials.
• Assists patrons with use of library equipment.
• Receives mail and shipments.
• Evaluates and handles patron inquiries and complaints.
• Inputs data into databases and spreadsheets.
• Assists Librarians in gathering information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervision Received

Direct supervision from the assigned supervisor.

Supervision Given

Supervises assigned staff.

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education

N / A

Licenses / Certifications

None.

Required Experience

Two (2) years of general office related experience.

Preferred Experience

Two (2) years of library experience.

Equipment

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.

Working Conditions

Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Ability 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.

Other

Physical Capabilities

N / A

Employment CategoryFull-Time

Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience

Position Available Date07 / 29 / 2025

Grant Funded PositionNo

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Posting Detail Information

EEO Statement

It 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 Applicants

Dear 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 :

Additional Information

UTRGV 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 / 48016

Posting Supplemental Questions

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Are you a current UTRGV employee?

Yes

No

Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?

Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions

Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions

No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions

Please select your highest level of completed education.

6th grade education

10th grade education

High School Diploma or GED

Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree / Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours

Bachelors Degree from an accredited university

Masters Degree from an accredited university

Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university

None of the above

Please provide the field of study for your education :

(Open Ended Question)

Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for :

Less than 1 year

1 year

2 years

3 years

4 years

5 years

6 years

7 years

8 years

9 years

10 years

Over 10 years

Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position?

Yes

No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Resume

Optional Documents

Cover Letter / Letter of Application

Curriculum Vitae

Unofficial Transcripts

Reference Letter 1

Reference Letter 2

Reference Letter 3

Certifications and Licenses

Training Certificates

Other Document

List of 3 References

Unofficial Transcripts 2

Unofficial Transcripts 3

Letter of Interest

Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

Additional Document