Resource Operations Specialist Z Smith Reynolds Library
Resource Operations Specialist Z Smith Reynolds Library
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Job Description Summary
This position oversees physical processing of materials for the library collection and assists with data maintenance in the library services platform (LSP). Hires supervises trains evaluates and provides work direction and problemsolving assistance for student assistants. Performs receiving invoice processing and system record maintenance for library materials including copy cataloging.Job Description
This is a fulltime onsite position 37.5 hours per week). Anticipated hours for this position are Monday Friday 8:30am 5:00pm.
The Z. Smith Reynolds Library is dedicated to improving diversity equality and respect among our staff students collections and services. We strive to overcome historical and divisive biases in our society and embrace diverse points of view as assets to the fabric of our community. All positions will be called on to contribute to building this environment.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position closes April 14th. Interested applicants should go to electronically submit a cover letter resume and references within the online system.
Essential Functions:
Supervises trains evaluates and provides work direction and problemsolving assistance for student assistants.
Ensures ownership marking and call number label application for all library materials.
Prepares materials to be sent to a commercial bindery provides quality assurance on returned items and adds them to the LSP (Alma).
Receives/activates new materials in the LSP and reconciles invoices with shipments. Has particular responsibility for standing order volumes DVDs CDs and microfilms.
Enters and submits invoices in a timely manner in both the LSP and the University enterprise resource planning system (ERP).
Provides copy cataloging and bibliographic maintenance for a variety of resource types in both physical and electronic formats. Complies with local standards. Updates ZSR Library holdings in the LSP and in OCLC.
Verifies catalog entries and resolves inaccuracies; corrects and replaces bibliographic and acquisitions data in the LSP.
Other Functions:
Participates in team and library initiatives including working groups and committees.
Required Education Knowledge Skills Abilities:
Associates degree plus two years of work experience requiring relevant skills and abilities. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
Ability to train and supervise.
General knowledge of data components and record structures in databases.
Demonstrated ability to perform detailoriented tasks with accuracy and apply quality control procedures to ensure consistency and accuracy.
Ability to learn new software applications and adapt to changing technologies quickly.
Demonstrated analytical skills and creativity; selfmotivated to utilize experience and available information to assess and resolve problems.
Flexibility in adjusting work to varying time pressures.
Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively with a strong commitment to providing excellent service.
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
Preferred Education Knowledge Skills Abilities:
We want to emphasize that these preferred qualifications are not required and that we are committed to helping our future colleague develop these skills.
Bachelors degree.
Working knowledge of a spreadsheet application.
Working knowledge of serials.
Familiarity with cataloging.
General knowledge of library databases (e.g. OCLC a library services platform).
Familiarity with business practices such as procurement receiving or invoice processing.
Accountabilities:
Supervises students including hiring scheduling timekeeping training and assigning work. Reviews performance and recommends salary increases transfers or terminations of student employees.
Has authority and accountability for own work.
Physical Requirements:
Some activities may include climbing balancing stooping kneeling crouching crawling reaching standing walking pushing pulling repetitive motions and lifting and moving objects up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Environmental Conditions:
No adverse environmental conditions are expected.
Disclaimer:
This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other jobrelated instructions and perform jobrelated duties as may be reasonably assigned by the employees supervisor.
Additional Job Description
Time Type Requirement
Full timeNote to Applicant:
This position profile identifies the key responsibilities and expectations for performance. It cannot encompass all specific job tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Employees are required to follow any other jobrelated instructions and perform jobrelated duties as may be reasonably assigned by his/her supervisor.
In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community Wake Forest University conducts background investigations and drug screens for all final staff candidates being considered for employment.
WakeForestseeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate.In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on thebasis of race color religion national origin sex age sexual orientation gender identity and expression genetic information disability and veteran statusandencourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.
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Required Experience:
Unclear Seniority
Employment Type
Full-Time
