Position Title:

Library Specialist CL3 (id:84261)

Campus:

Orono

Department:

Fogler Library - OLY

Bargaining Unit:

ACSUM

Salary Band/Wage Band:

B23

Location:

Orono ME

Statement of the Job:

Position is available to employees of the Associated C.O.L.T. Staff of the University of Maine from 05/16/2024 through 05/22/2024 and open to external applicants thereafter.

This is a full-time, regular position with the following schedule:

Hours when fall and spring classes are in session: Tuesday - Thursday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM; Friday, 9:30 AM – 5:30 PM; Saturday, 9:30 AM –6:30 PM.

During semester breaks and summer session: Tuesday – Thursday hours are unchanged and Friday – Saturday hours change to 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM; This position pays $19.59/hour.

Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Plans, oversees and supervises a defined library program, project, system or unit (ILL, circulation, etc.);

• Participates in maintaining a safe, welcoming and productive environment for fellow staff and library users;

• Contributes a positive, creative, and energetic force to the work; demonstrates skills in collaboration especially working with staff members whose interests and needs differ;

• Utilizes coaching and mentoring methods which provide an environment that is anticipatory, supportive, and encourages constructive feedback on performance;

• Trains student assistants and library employees;

• Commits to organizational improvement by identifying opportunities to improve, and recommending possible alternatives for a situation;

• Responds to library building and security issues;

• Provides a full range of communications, both verbally and in writing, regarding non-routine questions, issues and procedures; handles the most complex and sensitive customer/student requests requiring a comprehensive understanding of relevant policies, procedures and rules; prepares individualized responses for non-routine and/or escalated issues;

• Represents the campus at system wide library unit meetings;

• Generates reports;

• Develops complex queries;

• Conducts complex searches of library resources requiring an advanced knowledge of one or more major library areas;

• Maintains and updates bibliographic and circulation records and related file procedures, and guidelines;

• Receives and inspects materials;

• Uses library software and equipment;

• Performs standard circulation duties;

• Opens and closes library;

• Maintains library stacks (sorting, shelving, and related duties such as shifting);

• Assists patrons with search, retrieval, use of library systems and equipment;

• Performs other reasonably related duties as assigned

  About the University:

The University of Maine is a community of more than 11,900 undergraduate and graduate students, and 2,500 employees located on the Orono campus, the regional campus in Machias, and throughout the state. UMaine is a land, sea and space grant university, and maintains a leadership role as the University of Maine System's flagship institution. UMaine is the state's public research university and a Carnegie R1 top-tier research institution, dedicated to providing excellent teaching, research and service for Maine, the nation and the world. More information about UMaine is at umaine.edu.

The University of Maine offers a wide range of benefits (http://www.maine.edu/about-the-system/system-office/human-resources/benefits/) for employees including, but not limited to, tuition benefits (employee and dependent), comprehensive insurance coverage including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short and long term disability as well as retirement plan options. As a former NSF ADVANCE institution, the University of Maine is committed to diversity in our workforce and to dual-career couples.

UMaine is located in beautiful Central Maine. Many employees report that a primary reason for choosing to come to UMaine is quality of life. Numerous cultural activities, excellent public schools, safe neighborhoods, high quality medical care, little traffic, and a reasonable cost of living make the greater Bangor area a wonderful place to live. Learn more about what the Bangor region has to offer here (https://www.bangorregion.com/) .

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent and up to one year of specialized training or education. Five years of library support experience.

• Manage the Circulation Desk and schedule employees; supervise employees; conduct staff meetings; hire, schedule, and coordinate training of student assistants in conjunction with other Circulation supervisors;

• Public service experience.

• Employee must demonstrate strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; work well in a team environment; be able to prioritize tasks appropriately and complete work in a timely manner. Skills in organizing and managing electronic records and files required and capability to follow and write instructions and procedures accurately also required.

• Intermediate to advanced computer knowledge is required.

• Work during storm days to assist with building operation when the library is minimally staffed; problem-solve and troubleshoot issues; work from diagrams and drawings; measure and calculate; create, configure, and use spreadsheets for labor estimates, collections allocation, and/or physical shelving space; may manage digitization for the department; may inventory collections; compile department statistical reports; write and edit detailed policies and procedures; collaborate with other Circulation supervisors daily to ensure smooth operation of the department; use basic hand tools; perform minor maintenance;

• Regularly lifts up to 50 lbs., reaches high and low shelving, walk or move as much as 1/2 mile at a time, and stands and shelves for extended periods of time.

• Experience working with alphanumeric sequences.

Preferred:

• Library experience.

• Ability to drive a van for transport of materials, requiring a driver's license.

  Other Information:

Materials must be submitted via "Apply For Position" below. You will need to create a profile and application; upload

1.) a cover letter which describes your experience, interests, and suitability for the position 2.) a resume/curriculum vitae 3.) contact information for three professional references.

You will also need to complete the affirmative action survey, the self-identification of disability form, and the self-identification of veteran status forms. Incomplete application materials cannot be considered. Materials received after the initial review date will be reviewed at the discretion of the University.

Search Timeline is as follows: Review of applications to begin: May 30, 2024 Interviews to begin no earlier than: June 7, 2024 Tentative start date: July 8, 2024

Appropriate background checks are required and post offer physical.

In complying with the letter and spirit of applicable laws and pursuing its own goals of diversity, the University of Maine System does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender, gender identity or expression, ethnicity, national origin, citizenship status, familial status, ancestry, age, disability physical or mental, genetic information, or veterans or military status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Director of Equal Opportunity, 5713 Chadbourne Hall, Room 412, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5713, 207.581.1226, TTY 711 (Maine Relay System).

Length:

Fiscal Year (12 Months)

Required Documents:

Cover Letter, References, Resume/CV