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Position InformationPosting NumberSRGV7549Working TitleLIBRARY ASSISTANT INumber of Vacancies1LocationBrownsville, TexasDepartmentUniversity LibraryFTE1FLSANon-ExemptScope of JobTo provide specialized non-professional library skills within a technical services or public services unit of the University library or in a departmental library. Responsible for performing non-professional duties requiring operational skills and basic knowledge of library practices and procedures.Description of Duties Assists patrons with library electronic databases and search tools including online catalog. Assists patrons with check-in and check-out of library books and equipment. Performs bibliographic verification for ordering, cataloging, and interlibrary loan. Responsible for processing orders and cancellations. Processes library books and periodicals. Assists at reference or service desk. Maintains library shelves in proper order and assists patrons in locating materials. Assists patrons with use of library equipment. Receives mail and shipments. Evaluates and handles patron inquiries and complaints. Inputs data into databases and spreadsheets. Assists Librarians in gathering information. Performs other duties as assigned.Supervision ReceivedDirect supervision from the assigned supervisor.Supervision GivenSupervises assigned staff.Required EducationHigh school diploma or equivalent.Preferred EducationN/ALicenses/CertificationsNone.Required ExperienceTwo (2) years of general office related experience.Preferred ExperienceTwo (2) years of library experience.EquipmentOffice Environment; some travel and weekend work is required. Must be able to stoop and reach in order to lift books to stock shelves, lift boxes of books and other library materials, and push carts and dollies loaded with library materials.Working ConditionsNeeds to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Ability to assist patrons with library electronic databases and search tools including online catalog. Must possess good writing, communication, and organizational skills. Ability to work with library Millennium system and Library of Congress classification system.OtherPhysical CapabilitiesN/AEmployment CategoryFull-TimeMinimum SalaryCommensurate with ExperiencePosted SalaryCommensurate with ExperiencePosition Available Date05/10/2024Grant Funded PositionNoIf Yes, Provide Grant Expiration DatePosting Detail InformationEEO StatementIt is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest.Special Instructions to ApplicantsDear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley reserves the right to discontinue accepting applications prior to the stated close date of this position, after meeting the posting requirement of three (3) calendar days. If you have any questions, please visit our Careers site at https://careers.utrgv.edu for detailed contact information.Additional InformationUTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need.All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered.Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development .Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/42845Posting Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).Are you a current UTRGV employee?YesNoAre you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions?Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutionsYes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutionsNo - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutionsPlease select your highest level of completed education.6th grade education10th grade educationHigh School Diploma or GEDAssociates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College HoursBachelors Degree from an accredited universityMasters Degree from an accredited universityPh. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited universityNone of the abovePlease provide the field of study for your education:(Open Ended Question)Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for:Less than 1 year1 year2 years3 years4 years5 years6 years7 years8 years9 years10 yearsOver 10 yearsDo you meet the minimum requirements for this position?YesNoApplicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeOptional DocumentsCover Letter/Letter of ApplicationCurriculum VitaeUnofficial TranscriptsReference Letter 1Reference Letter 2Reference Letter 3Certifications and LicensesTraining CertificatesOther DocumentList of 3 ReferencesUnofficial Transcripts 2Unofficial Transcripts 3Letter of InterestUnofficial Graduate TranscriptsAdditional Document
