Library Technical Assistant (Offsite Storage) - Olin Library
Washington University in St. LouisAbout the role
Location
ST. LOUIS, MO 63130Scheduled Hours
37.5Position Summary
Helps plan and execute collection space projects and updates catalog records to optimize collection space and improve user access.Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- In consultation with supervisor, conduct collection management projects including inventory, record maintenance in the Libraries ILS, and shifting to optimize shelf capacity and prepare collections for migration to a new ILS and future relocation to a high-density storage facility.
- Perform daily circulation and interlibrary loan tasks including retrieval, scanning, check-in, and shelving of physical materials.
- Gather data to support collection space map of general collections in the offsite storage facility.
- Aid in projects related to relocation, shifting, transfers, and storage and physical removal of deaccessioned materials.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
- Normal office environment.
Physical Effort
- Typically sitting at a desk or table.
Equipment
- Office equipment.
Required Qualifications
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience.
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Driver's License:
More About This Job
Preferred Qualifications:
- Applied knowledge of RDA, AACR2(rev), LCSH, LC classification, MARC2 1.
- Working knowledge of two or more Western European languages.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's degree
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Work Experience:
Skills:
Academic Libraries, Analytical Thinking, Customer Service, Deadline Management, Decision Making, Detail-Oriented, External Customers, Flexible Mindset, Integrated Library Systems, Internal Customers, Interpersonal Communication, Learning New Concepts, Microsoft Office, OCLC Connexion, Oral Communications, Organizing, Sound Judgment, Team Collaboration, Working Independently, Written CommunicationGrade
G06-HSalary Range
$17.87 - $27.06 / HourlyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.Questions
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