Circulation Specialist (Pitts Theology Library)

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Description

Reporting to the Director of the library, the Circulation Specialist is a part of the Pitts Access Services team, charged with providing superb service to the diverse patron base of the library.

Success in this role will entail providing excellent circulation service to library patrons, supervising circulation student assistants, following documented circulation processes, and working with the Access Services team to ensure policies and procedures are serving patrons well.

The person in this position will work with others in the department on training circulation student assistants, evaluating student work, and providing feedback.

This person will also provide routine library information to patrons and make reference referrals as needed, as well as participate on internal library task forces and complete other duties as assigned.

Security duties include opening and closing the library on worked weekend days and closing the library each worked weekday evening.

The specialist may serve on relevant University library committees and communities of practice.

This job is a part-time position (20 hours) and requires work on evenings and weekends during academic terms, with adjusted hours during other periods.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES :

• Provides complex library user services and research assistance to the university and external communities.
• Provides access to information, resources, and materials by using a specialized knowledge of electronic databases, microcomputer applications, complex reference tools, and / or foreign languages;

these may include the Internet, CD-ROMs, and on-line databases.

• May create bibliographic access to research materials (government documents, manuscripts, and other resources) using a specialized knowledge of national standards, electronic reference sources, and complex reference tools.
• May provide physical access to materials employing specialized techniques relating to conservation, binding, reproduction, and / or reformatting.
• May verify bibliographic information on-line and prepare requests for borrowing and lending of library materials through Interlibrary loan or other means.
• May hire, train and supervise student staff.
• Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and two years of related work experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
• Positions in this classification may require computer skills, proficiency in a foreign language or other special skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

• Experience in a work environment that demonstrates responsibility and reliability
• Ability to work without continuous supervision and to supervise student assistants.
• Strong attention to detail
• Strong computer skills, including the use of cloud storage and productivity tools like Word and Excel
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both in person and in writing
• Demonstrated commitment to providing excellent client care
• Familiarity with the work of an academic library, including working knowledge of the Library of Congress call number system
• Familiarity with the literature of theology and religious studies

NOTE : Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location. Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion.

Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

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Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status.

Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law.

Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination.

Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training.

Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.

Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.

To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) 404-712-2049 (TDD).

Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.