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Circulation and Reserves Supervisor

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Circulation and Reserves Supervisor.

Position Details

Location Hattiesburg

118 College Drive

Hattiesburg, Mississippi, 39406-0001

United States

Division University Libraries

Position Type Staff

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded No

Salary Range 15.38 - 15.38

Pay Grade

N04

Posting Close Date Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please attach cover letter and transcripts to application packet.

Review of applications will begin 10 days after posting and continue until position is filled.

This position works evenings, weekends, and holidays as required.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary

The Circulation and Reserves Supervisor oversees the daily operations of the circulation and reserves unit, including supervision of student employees. The position performs a variety of other support functions, including reserves, building opening, and monetary responsibilities.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

+ Coordinates the daily operations of the circulation desk to ensure adequate supervision of students, desk coverage, and opening the library each morning. Works evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

+ Supervises and trains all student employees: manages timesheets, creates schedules, oversees all student worker projects; works closely with Financial Aid to ensure work-study policies are followed; hires and terminates all student workers.

+ Coordinates reserve operations including maintaining reserve collection, processing reserve materials; ensuring that copyright compliance is met and recommending policies and procedures to improve services.

+ Handles all financial responsibilities in Access Services – all cash, credit cards, petty cash, reconciliation, and other requirements. Performs special projects and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate’s degree from an accredited college or university plus one year of experience working in a library or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

+ Knowledge of library operations, especially circulation

+ Knowledge of customer service principles

+ Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, as appropriate for the needs of an audience

+ Ability to handle multiple assignments and projects effectively

+ Self-motivated to set priorities and work with limited direction/supervision.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in an academic (higher education) library.

Experience working in library circulation or other library public service area

Supervisory experience

Knowledge of copyright issues as applied to library reserves.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.