United States Job Openings

Florida International University

Library Specialist - Biscayne Bay Campus

North Miami

FULL TIME

November 3, 2024

Under general supervision, performs duties requiring mid-level operational skills and knowledge. Performs specialized technical and/or public/customer service duties at the Circulation desk. Handles operations of Hubert Library Serials with information systems, which includes online journal maintenance, databases, online and print renewals, handling invoices, managing the claims process, and the physical processing of subscription and standing order arrivals.

Provides customer service at the Circulation Desk as the weekend lead on Fridays (closes), Saturdays (opens), and Sundays (opens).
Assists patrons at the Circulation desk with circulation of materials, basic reference questions, and information as needed.
Assists to recruit, train, and supervise temp and Federal Work Study students.
Reviews, receives, and processes Hubert Library print and electronic serials and databases, as well as print and electronic monographs. This includes processing periodicals, newspapers, and standing orders; reviewing the accuracy of the items received, identifying changes in title or publication frequency; and the check-in of all titles in the ILS. Creates and updates check-in patterns and holdings in the ILS. Makes issue and title claims to the subscription agent, as needed.
Assists HL Acquisitions staff with initial review of firm order requests received in local acquisitions database, OLAS. This entails searching the Library's existing holdings, to ensure duplicate copies are not purchased in error. When applicable, the Library Specialist will place requests with the Library's primary vendor.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or GED and five (5) years of related experience or Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of related experience.

Desired Qualifications

Basic knowledge of library management system Alma.
Knowledge of Library of Congress classification system.
Ability to adapt to changing work conditions/ technologies and variable workloads. A strong public service commitment in working with Library staff and users.
Familiarity with Microsoft Office.

Job Category

Staff

Advertised Salary

$35,000 - $40,000

Work Schedule

Begin time: 9:00 AM
End time: 5:30 PM

Pre-Employment Requirements

Criminal Background Check

How To Apply

Prospective Employee
If you have not created a registered account, you will be asked to create a username and password for use of the system. It is recommended that you provide an active/valid e-mail account as that will be the main source of communication regarding your status within the process. In this account, you are able to track your applicant status in "My Applications".
To be considered eligible for the position as an internal candidate, departmental staff must meet minimum requirements of the position and be in good performance standing.
Before you begin the process, we recommend that you are prepared to attach electronic copies of your resume, cover letter or any other documents within the application process. It is recommended that you combine your cover letter and resume/curriculum vitae into one attachment. Attached documents should be in Microsoft Word or PDF format. All applicants are required to complete the online application including work history and educational details (if applicable), even when attaching a resume.

This posting will close at 12:00 am of the close date.

How to Claim Vet Preference

Since 1945, the Florida Legislature has made a provision to give preference in the hiring process to United States war veterans in recognition of their military, naval, or air service who meet specific conditions. The conditions are as follows:

Veterans with a VA service-connected disability
Spouses of veterans with permanent and total service-connected disability
Honorably discharged veterans with wartime service.
Unmarried widow or widower of a veteran who died as a result of a service-connected disability
A veteran who has served in a qualifying campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized, to include the Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal.

Florida International University honors this policy and will comply with Veterans' Preference guidelines when filling staff positions. Any applicant claiming Veterans' Preference will be required to attach a DD214 with each application submitted for verification.
If there are any questions concerning Veterans' Preference, please contact Talent Acquisition & Management by calling 305-348-2500.
For additional information on Veterans' Preference, visit http://www.floridavets.org/.

Disclosures

Clery Notice
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act, the University Police department at Florida International University provides information on crimes statistics, crime prevention, law enforcement, crime reporting, and other related issues for the past three (3) calendar years. The FIU Annual Security report is available online at: https://police.fiu.edu/download/annual-security-fire-safety-report/.

To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the FIU Police Department located at 885 SW 109th Avenue, Miami, FL, 33199 (PG5 Market Station).

Pay Transparency
Florida International University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

FIU is a member of the State University System of Florida and an Equal Opportunity, Equal Access, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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