Emory

Senior Library Specialist - User Services

Job Number
127326
Job Type
Regular Full-Time
Division
Emory University Libraries
Department
EUL: Access Services
This position may involve the following Health and Safety issues:
Not Applicable
Job Category
Library Services
Campus Location (For Posting) : City
Atlanta
Location : Name
Emory Campus-Clifton Corridor

Discover Your Career at Emory University

Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community.

Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • Performs complex user services operations (e.g. interacting with the university and external community to provide access to information, resources and materials) by using a specialized knowledge of electronic databases, microcomputer applications, complex reference tools, and/or foreign languages.
  • Uses an expanding range of electronic resources (e.g. Internet, CD-Roms, online databases) to provide access to information.
  • Provides research assistance; answers complex research requests, interprets library policies, handles specialized materials and resolves problems.
  • Instructs users in the use of internal and external information resources.
  • Creates bibliographic access to research materials (e.g. government documents, manuscripts, and other resources) using a specialized knowledge of national standards, electronic reference sources and complex reference tools.
  • Provides physical access to materials, employing specialized techniques related to conservation, binding, reproduction and reformatting.
  • May oversee borrowing and lending of library materials.
  • May supervise or direct the work of staff/students.
  • Performs related responsibilities as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Bachelor's degree in a related field and three years of related experience, OR equivalent combination of experience, education, and training.
  • Requires one or more of the following: computer skills, special skills or a proficiency in a foreign language.

See full job descriptiion at:https://libraries.emory.edu/about/employment-emory-libraries

 

NOTE: Position tasks are generally required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location.  Remote work from home day options may be granted at department discretion. Emory reserves the right to change remote work status with notice to employee.

Emory Supports a Diverse and Inclusive Culture

Emory University is dedicated to providing equal opportunities and equal access to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, genetic information, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, and veteran's status. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment on the basis of any factor stated above or prohibited under applicable law. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in University programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Executive Order 11246, as amended, Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action. Emory University is committed to achieving a diverse workforce through application of its affirmative action, equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policy in all aspects of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Inclusion, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322.

Emory University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at 404-727-9877 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Please note that one week advance notice is preferred.

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