In the role of Circulation Media Specialist & Weekend Supervisor you'll provide patrons with information access at the Libraries' central service points. You will also provide training and supervision for Norlin Circulation student employees during weekend operational hours. In addition, you'll process audio-visual materials purchased by the Film Studies Department, oversee maintenance of Libraries' a/v collection, and assist Film Studies personnel and researchers with circulating these materials for instruction and research use. You will also assist with processing materials for Course Reserves and managing Norlin spaces and equipment for student research purposes.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Provide resource access, general reference, and information services to patrons through the use of library systems and other available resources.
- Monitor and evaluate current services, procedures, practices, and documentation for improvements.
- Supervise and provide ongoing training to student personnel scheduled during weekend hours at the central service points in Norlin Library (Circulation and Commons).
- Be a central contact person and operations resource for service points at other campus Libraries as well as for Libraries Security and Norlin Building Management during weekend operational hours.
- Process, maintain, and assist with access to, and circulation of, a variety of Department materials, course reserves, and collections. As part of these responsibilities, you will evaluate systems and procedures related to accessing audiovisual collections for improvements, and in conjunction with the Circulation Coordinator, plan, and implement improvements.
- Assist with management of Norlin spaces and equipment for student research.
The University of Colorado is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.
What we require:
- Must be a Colorado resident.
- Two years working in a public or academic library OR appropriate education to substitute on a year-for-year basis.
What you will need:
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Ability to advocate and cultivate an environment of diversity, inclusion, and respect.
- Exceptional communication skills.
What we would like you to have:
- Knowledge of film archiving and preservation methodologies.
- Supervisory experience.
- Experience working in library circulation and related integrated library systems such as Sierra, ILLiad interlibrary loan system, etc.
- Familiar with OCLC or similar systems.
Mission
The University of Colorado Boulder Libraries are a dynamic partner in creating, disseminating, and advancing scholarship. We inspire learning, research, and discovery by connecting knowledge, information, and people.
Vision
We are the heart of higher education, providing essential scholarly resources, user-centered services, and inclusive spaces to the University, local, and global communities.
Further questions can be directed to the Boulder Campus Human Resources ([email protected]).
To apply, please submit the following materials to the job posting https://jobs.colorado.edu/jobs/JobDetail/Circulation-Media-Specialist-Weekend-Supervisor/14061?
- A current resume. Must include date ranges and whether full time or part time work.
- A cover letter that specifically addresses how your background and experience align with the requirements, qualifications and responsibilities of the position.
- DD-214 for veteran applicants.
- Qualified veterans are eligible for veteran’s preference points within the State classified system. If you are a veteran and would like to have your DD214 evaluated to determine your eligibility for preference points, please attach a copy of your DD214 to this posting. If you do not wish to upload a DD214, please email a copy to [email protected] or send via fax at 303-492-4693 and reference the job to which you are applying.
- If using the educational substitution for experience: proof of degree or transcripts.
You will not be asked to upload references at this time.
Please apply by November 8, 2018.
Select here for additional information regarding Classified Staff positions: www.cu.edu/cu-careers/special-instructions-classified-staff-applicants