Library Specialist at University of Arkansas in Fayetteville, Arkansas

Job Description:

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Type of Position:

Library

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

MULN | Special Collections Services

Department's Website:

https://libraries.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:

Serving as the Division's Research Services Specialist under the supervision of the Director of Special Collections Services and alongside the Coordinator of Research Services, this position assists researchers in their use of Special Collections materials, both on-site and virtually; maintains Reading Room security; coordinates filling requests for duplication; and responds to researcher inquiries. This position serves as lead worker in the Special Collections reading room and assists with hiring and training part-time employees, retrieves and shelves requested archival and print materials, and coordinates duplication services requested by researchers. This position takes a pro-active role in supporting the Division's use of an online researcher registration and request platform through assisting researchers as they place requests.

Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job function of this job, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• The formal education equivalent of a high school diploma




• Three years of experience in library or customer services or a related field

Applicable equivalencies may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant archives, special collections, museum, or library work experience




• Academic research experience




• Experience using web-based content management or inventory control systems

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills




• Familiarity with library search strategies and resources




• Attention to detail




• Demonstrated ability to learn and use new technology resources effectively




• Ability to work independently and in teams

Salary Information:

$31,163

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Kathy Riggle, HR Partner, kriggle@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Additional Information:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture and climate that embeds inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

N/A

Frequent Physical Activity:

Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Talking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Grasping, Lifting, Pushing, Reaching, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes Apply Now