USER ACCESS STACKS ASSOCIATE
University of Alabama at Birmingham, University, Florida, United States
Overview
JOB DESCRIPTION - USER ACCESS STACKS ASSOCIATE (T233154)
USER ACCESS STACKS ASSOCIATE - ( T233154 )
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a USER ACCESS STACKS ASSOCIATE to support the role and function of the HUB Service Desks at either Sterne or Lister Hill Libraries. To assist in efficiently and effectively providing services to all library users, in person and virtually during library operating hours. User Access Associates will aid in management of the library's public spaces and library collection, with a specific focus on the display and distribution of physical collections, the compiling and analysis of data about current density levels, the development of growth projections, and the execution of projects to shift or relocate collections.
Hourly Rate: $15.00 - $24.40
Responsibilities
Reporting to the HUB Desk supervisor this position works closely with the Remote Storage Supervisor, User Services Librarian and others to oversee library stack maintenance in order to improve collection usability.
Oversees stack inventories at both libraries, including shifting materials, collaborating with Collection Development Librarians to weed and coordinating transfers to off-site storage.
Staffs the HUB desk, providing effective customer service to all library users, assisting patrons with ready reference and directional questions and inquiries about the libraries' services and spaces; interprets library policies, handles specialized materials, and resolves problems as necessary.
Creates and manages patron records; monitor records for library materials to allow for circulation; processes guest accounts for community members using the library.
Leads shifts and directs Student Assistants as appropriate.
Actively engage in staff professional development opportunities.
Ensure library public spaces are clean and organized at all times; identifies and reports building and materials issues as appropriate.
Refers emergency situations to appropriate personnel such as UAB Police, Facilities, supervisor, etc., and provides backup support if needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field required; two (2) years of related experience preferred. Work experience may substitute for education requirement.
Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook). Adept with technology, both common and specialized. A minimum of two (2) years' experience in a customer service role and a knowledge of library services, operations, and of library collections. Prior demonstrated experience with physical inventory processes (retrieval, shelving, shifting, stocking displays/shelves) in a process-driven work environment preferred.
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Details
Primary Location: University
Job Category: Clerical & Administrative
Organization: 230000000 UAB Libraries
Employee Status: Regular
Shift: Evening/2nd Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite
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USER ACCESS STACKS ASSOCIATE - ( T233154 )
The University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) is seeking a USER ACCESS STACKS ASSOCIATE to support the role and function of the HUB Service Desks at either Sterne or Lister Hill Libraries. To assist in efficiently and effectively providing services to all library users, in person and virtually during library operating hours. User Access Associates will aid in management of the library's public spaces and library collection, with a specific focus on the display and distribution of physical collections, the compiling and analysis of data about current density levels, the development of growth projections, and the execution of projects to shift or relocate collections.
Hourly Rate: $15.00 - $24.40
Responsibilities
Reporting to the HUB Desk supervisor this position works closely with the Remote Storage Supervisor, User Services Librarian and others to oversee library stack maintenance in order to improve collection usability.
Oversees stack inventories at both libraries, including shifting materials, collaborating with Collection Development Librarians to weed and coordinating transfers to off-site storage.
Staffs the HUB desk, providing effective customer service to all library users, assisting patrons with ready reference and directional questions and inquiries about the libraries' services and spaces; interprets library policies, handles specialized materials, and resolves problems as necessary.
Creates and manages patron records; monitor records for library materials to allow for circulation; processes guest accounts for community members using the library.
Leads shifts and directs Student Assistants as appropriate.
Actively engage in staff professional development opportunities.
Ensure library public spaces are clean and organized at all times; identifies and reports building and materials issues as appropriate.
Refers emergency situations to appropriate personnel such as UAB Police, Facilities, supervisor, etc., and provides backup support if needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a related field required; two (2) years of related experience preferred. Work experience may substitute for education requirement.
Exhibit proficiency in Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook). Adept with technology, both common and specialized. A minimum of two (2) years' experience in a customer service role and a knowledge of library services, operations, and of library collections. Prior demonstrated experience with physical inventory processes (retrieval, shelving, shifting, stocking displays/shelves) in a process-driven work environment preferred.
UAB is an Equal Employment/Equal Educational Opportunity Institution dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, sex (including pregnancy), genetic information, age, disability, and veteran's status. As required by Title IX, UAB prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to UAB's Assistant Vice President and Senior Title IX Coordinator. The Title IX notice of nondiscrimination is located at uab.edu/titleix.
Details
Primary Location: University
Job Category: Clerical & Administrative
Organization: 230000000 UAB Libraries
Employee Status: Regular
Shift: Evening/2nd Shift
Work Arrangement (final schedule to be determined by the department/hiring manager): Onsite
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