Library Information Specialist – Circulation, Part-time Late Night – University

Library Information Specialist – Circulation, Part-time Late Night

This .40 FTE position works in the Circulation Services Department and reports to the Senior Library Information Specialist Lead Evening/Weekend Supervisor. The role is responsible for closing the library Saturday – Wednesday during the two academic semesters and Sunday – Wednesday during the eight‑week summer session. The position provides circulation assistance and basic reference help and works shifts at the service desk. This position does not work between academic terms.

Responsibilities

• Provides friendly, efficient assistance to patrons and resolves problems in the circulation unit that cannot be resolved at lower levels. Refers problems that cannot be resolved at the LIS level to a Circulation Services LIS Senior or the Head of Circulation Services.
• Each workday will have regular shift(s) providing services at the First Floor Service Desk including using the library ILS/check out system.
• Along with other Circulation Services staff, oversees First Floor Service Desk functions and assists student assistants in providing services at this desk, communicating effectively with library patrons, supervisor, and other library staff.
• Shares responsibility with other Circulation Services staff for retrieving items from the open stacks at floor level and up to six feet high and performing robot (Automated Storage Retrieval System) picks as well as storing returned items in the robot including reading call number labels which may be upside down in the ASRS (robot retrieval system).
• Answers the main telephone line for the Miller Nichols Library, answering questions and/or directing calls to the appropriate personnel.
• Answers basic reference questions and assists patrons with printing, scanning, and basic production software issues in the Information Commons including lifting paper reams, stooping and bending to troubleshoot printer problems, etc.
• Indirectionally supervises the Circulation Services Student Assistants including assigning hourly tasks, training on basic circulation functions, and assisting with tasks including pushing carts of library materials weighing up to 200 lbs., shelving items at floor level and up to six feet high in area which may include small to moderate quantities of dust or mold, etc.
• Shares responsibility with other Circulation Services staff members for security of the building during scheduled shift. Works with security guard assigned to building and UMKC Police to maintain safe, secure environment for library patrons. Reports facility issues during scheduled shift. Secures building at closing.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Participates on appropriate committees and professional development as defined by and with the approval of their supervisor. Maintains sufficient expertise in skills and proficiencies required by the position.

Shift Schedule

• This position is responsible for closing the library and the Circulation Services Department during the two academic semesters working Saturday 6:15 – 10:15 pm & Sunday through Wednesday 8:15 pm to 12:15 am. This is for a total of 20 hours a week for 17 weeks each semester (fall semester is mid‑August to mid‑December; spring semester is mid‑January to mid‑May).
• This position also works the closing schedule during the eight‑week summer session Sunday through Wednesday 6:00 pm – 10:15 pm (17 hours per week). Summer session is early June to end of July. Position may be asked to cover occasional other shifts in absence of other employees.
• This position does not work the weeks between semesters/sessions (i.e., is not scheduled 4 weeks in December/January, 3 weeks in May, 3 weeks in August).

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 or more years experience in a library setting
• Successful supervisory experience
• Successful customer service experience

Salary and Benefits

Anticipated starting salary from $16.05 per hour to $17.50 per hour commensurate with education and experience, in consideration with internal equity. This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non‑benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b).

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816‑235‑6910.