The University of Georgia
Evening Student Supervisor Specialist I, Main Library
The University of Georgia, Athens, Georgia, us, 30604
Overview
Evening Student Supervisor Specialist I, Main Library — The University of Georgia Posting Details: External; Work Schedule typically 1-10pm Sundays-Thursday; schedule may change during breaks and intersession. Posting Date 11/03/2025. Open until filled. Location: Athens, GA. Responsibilities
User Services Operations: work regular shifts at the service desk assisting patrons with circulation, reserves, and resource sharing services; provide basic research information assistance to walk-in patrons; troubleshoot and report issues with public printing, scanning, and study room reservations; perform specialized circulation services such as creating and updating accounts; taking payments for library fees; supervise and serve as a resource for student assistants; interpret policies and procedures and resolve disputes; assist patrons via email or phone with circulation or general information services, including online payment options for library fees; resolve account issues including placing and clearing holds in the Libraries’ and Registrar’s databases; retrieve and prepare material for holds or transport; receive and process UGA and non-UGA materials through the mail and route appropriately; review, and provide feedback on procedures and workflows. Student Staff Management: review applications, interview, and provide feedback for hiring decisions; train and mentor student assistants; supervise and direct the work of student assistants in the absence of the Lead Student Supervisor; correct and approve student time cards; evaluate and provide feedback on student assistants’ performance; recommend, review, and provide feedback on student assistant training. Accessibility & Collections Maintenance: retrieve and scan materials to be placed on reserve or scanned for electronic reserves; perform optical character recognition (OCR) on scanned documents to create searchable and screen-reader compatible PDFs; remediate PDF documents by adding proper document structure, including headings, reading order, alternative text for images, and tagged content; verify that materials meet accessibility requirements using accessibility tools and checkers; assist the Shelving unit with stacks maintenance activities. Other Position-related Responsibilities: participate in unit and departmental meetings and projects; participate in library-wide communication; maintain flexibility and awareness of changes and needs in the department and Libraries by assuming similar duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Preferred Qualifications One year of experience working in a library or similar setting. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Ability to competently use a computer for data entry, communication, and file management; familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Teams; accessibility remediation software including Adobe Acrobat Pro and ABBYY FineReader. Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with library patrons; ability to supervise the work of others and provide mentorship; ability to perform clerical tasks accurately with close attention to detail; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to learn and execute WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards and best practices for document accessibility; effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to process payments with checks and credit cards. Physical Demands
Standard office environment. Supervision and Financial
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access? Yes Other Information
Credit and P-Card policy: A credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. Background Investigation Policy applies; offers contingent upon successful background check and credentials verification; pre-employment drug test may be required for high-risk positions. For additional information about the credit background check and background checks, please visit the UGA Credit Background Check website and UGA Background Check website. Contact Information
Recruitment Contact: Sara Rountree Email: sararountree@uga.edu Application Materials
Required Documents: Resume/CV, Cover Letter. Optional Documents: (as applicable). EEO and Core Values
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. USG Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. More details available in USG policies online. Note: This description retains essential information from the original posting and presents it in a structured, standards-compliant format. References to broader university-wide notices have been condensed to maintain relevance to the role.
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Evening Student Supervisor Specialist I, Main Library — The University of Georgia Posting Details: External; Work Schedule typically 1-10pm Sundays-Thursday; schedule may change during breaks and intersession. Posting Date 11/03/2025. Open until filled. Location: Athens, GA. Responsibilities
User Services Operations: work regular shifts at the service desk assisting patrons with circulation, reserves, and resource sharing services; provide basic research information assistance to walk-in patrons; troubleshoot and report issues with public printing, scanning, and study room reservations; perform specialized circulation services such as creating and updating accounts; taking payments for library fees; supervise and serve as a resource for student assistants; interpret policies and procedures and resolve disputes; assist patrons via email or phone with circulation or general information services, including online payment options for library fees; resolve account issues including placing and clearing holds in the Libraries’ and Registrar’s databases; retrieve and prepare material for holds or transport; receive and process UGA and non-UGA materials through the mail and route appropriately; review, and provide feedback on procedures and workflows. Student Staff Management: review applications, interview, and provide feedback for hiring decisions; train and mentor student assistants; supervise and direct the work of student assistants in the absence of the Lead Student Supervisor; correct and approve student time cards; evaluate and provide feedback on student assistants’ performance; recommend, review, and provide feedback on student assistant training. Accessibility & Collections Maintenance: retrieve and scan materials to be placed on reserve or scanned for electronic reserves; perform optical character recognition (OCR) on scanned documents to create searchable and screen-reader compatible PDFs; remediate PDF documents by adding proper document structure, including headings, reading order, alternative text for images, and tagged content; verify that materials meet accessibility requirements using accessibility tools and checkers; assist the Shelving unit with stacks maintenance activities. Other Position-related Responsibilities: participate in unit and departmental meetings and projects; participate in library-wide communication; maintain flexibility and awareness of changes and needs in the department and Libraries by assuming similar duties and responsibilities as assigned. Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or equivalent Preferred Qualifications One year of experience working in a library or similar setting. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities And/or Competencies
Ability to competently use a computer for data entry, communication, and file management; familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Teams; accessibility remediation software including Adobe Acrobat Pro and ABBYY FineReader. Ability to deal tactfully and courteously with library patrons; ability to supervise the work of others and provide mentorship; ability to perform clerical tasks accurately with close attention to detail; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to learn and execute WCAG 2.1 accessibility standards and best practices for document accessibility; effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to process payments with checks and credit cards. Physical Demands
Standard office environment. Supervision and Financial
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access? Yes Other Information
Credit and P-Card policy: A credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. Background Investigation Policy applies; offers contingent upon successful background check and credentials verification; pre-employment drug test may be required for high-risk positions. For additional information about the credit background check and background checks, please visit the UGA Credit Background Check website and UGA Background Check website. Contact Information
Recruitment Contact: Sara Rountree Email: sararountree@uga.edu Application Materials
Required Documents: Resume/CV, Cover Letter. Optional Documents: (as applicable). EEO and Core Values
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. USG Core Values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. More details available in USG policies online. Note: This description retains essential information from the original posting and presents it in a structured, standards-compliant format. References to broader university-wide notices have been condensed to maintain relevance to the role.
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