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Job Title

Library Specialist I

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Libraries

Proposed Minimum Salary

$15.85 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Glimpse of the Job

The Library Specialist I will be responsible for assisting the Coordinator of Collections Care and Cushing curators with caring for the collections in the Cushing Memorial Library and Archives. The selected candidate will assist with rehousing collection materials, collection accountability, space planning/shifting projects and stacks/workroom maintenance.

Opportunities to Contribute:

+ Assist with space planning and collection shifting projects to accommodate growth in Cushing and our remote storage facility.

+ Perform collection shifting projects.

+ Assist with Cushing’s A-Z reorganization project.

+ Assist with routine collections care alongside curators and archivists.

+ Coordinate weekly transfer of materials to Preservation and completed preservation work’s return to Cushing.

+ Rehouse collection materials using preservation standards.

+ Monitor processing supplies and report what replacement supplies need to be ordered.

+ Assist with the accountability for collection materials and shelving collection materials.

+ Track mis-shelved items and refer problems to appropriate staff members.

+ Update existing records as needed in Cushing’s collection database AtoM.

+ Assist with Cushing exhibit preparation and maintenance.

+ Assist with collection stacks and workroom maintenance.

+ Check for proper shelving of Cushing collections materials.

+ Monitor library cart spaces and report and address threats to materials.

+ Collaborate with Cushing and Preservation employees to provide the best service possible to donors and library users.

+ Participate in special events, unit meetings, and training as needed.

Salary: $15.85 per hour

Special note: May use a vehicle for collection movement.

Qualifications:

+ High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience.

+ One year of related library or office experience.

+ Ability to move medium weight boxes, books, heavy book truck or similar items.

+ Ability to handle material which can contain dust or microscopic mold spores.

+ Ability to work in temperatures that range between 64-67 degrees.

+ A well-qualified candidate may also possess:

+ Prior experience in an academic library.

+ Valid vehicle operator’s license and good driving record. May operate a motor vehicle for collection movement.

+ Experience with special collections.

+ Ability to multi-task and work cooperatively with others.

+ Knowledge of email, word processing, spreadsheet applications, and database searches.

+ Good interpersonal skills.

+ Reliable attendance.

+ Excellent communication and attention to detail.

What You Need to Do

Apply! We strongly suggest submitting a Resume/CV and cover letter with your application. These documents will help us with the review process. You may upload these documents on the application under CV/Resume. Applications received by Texas A&M University must either have all job application data entered, or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to prepopulate the online application.

Why Texas A&M University

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

The Libraries are the indispensable hub of discovery, learning and creativity with the teaching and research that goes on in the colleges and academic departments. We offer rich and extraordinary collections at the University Libraries. The Libraries’ resources and services enable and support the University missions of teaching, research, and service. Learn more about our various libraries at https://library.tamu.edu

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions, Core Values, and a community of caring and collaboration.  Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you.  Experience all that a big city has to offer but with reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes.

+ Health, dental, vision, life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

+ 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

+ Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

+ Automatic enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

+ Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

+ Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more

+ Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.