Library Assistant II

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POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is a 100% appointment in the Textbook Services Department under the general supervision of the Textbook Services Manager. Performs a wide variety of library services which support the day-to-day operations to provide access to information resources in a variety of formats. Trains and guides student employees. Previous library experience preferred but not required. Seeking candidates with transferable skills and an interest in variety in their daily tasks. We encourage those with exceptional customer service and teamwork skills to apply.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supports the day-to-day operations of library services to provide guidance in the use of textbook resources operations and policies

• Communicates with instructors to determine textbook adoptions for upcoming semesters

• Acquires prepares and preserves textbook resources for use ensuring adequate inventory for enrollment

• Interprets policies and procedures to answer non-routine questions and resolve issues

• Conducts searches to locate relevant materials and answer questions as needed

• Utilizes designated library systems tools standards and practices to locate retrieve and organize; or describe edit preserve and reformat a variety of library information resources

• Utilizes library software and systems to retrieve enter and report on data using a wide variety of applications

• Create invoices process complex orders and resolve any purchasing discrepancies

• Manage the shelving shifting inventory and systematic shelf reading of textbook materials

• Trains and guides student employees including hiring scheduling approving time and verifying payroll edits and directing work

• Contributes to the development of policies and procedures

• Participates in committee work within the library and the university

• Provides backup duties for Textbook Services Manager

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Participates in committee work within the library and the university

• Interprets policies and procedures to answer non-routine questions and resolve issues

• Conducts searches to locate relevant materials and answer questions as needed

• Performs basic copy cataloging functions as needed

• May create invoices process complex orders and resolve any purchasing discrepancies

• Trains and guides student employees

• Utilizes library software and systems to retrieve enter and report on data using a wide variety of applications

• Utilizes designated library systems tools standards and practices to locate retrieve and organize; or describe edit preserve and reformat a variety of library information resources

• Contributes to the development of policies and procedures

• Supports the day-to-day operations of library services to provide guidance in the use of library information resources operations and policies; or to acquire prepare and preserve library information resources for use

Department:

Textbook Services

Typical Working Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:45am to 4:30pm; hours will vary during textbook issue and return each semester

The pay rate is $18.45 per hour.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Required

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Strong organizational skills and experience with detail-oriented work

• Demonstrated ability to supervise the work of employees

• Ability to maintain confidentiality of information

• Ability to lift 50 pounds and 10 pounds overhead

• Ability to push and pull wheeled conveyances weighing up to 100 pounds

• Ability to perform physical work including reaching turning stooping and twisting

• Pass a post offer employment test.

Preferred

• Knowledge of library public service functions including circulation processes.

• Demonstrated ability to make independent decisions

• Ability to work successfully with multiple teams

How to Apply:

Applicants are required to apply online at Career Opportunities. UWRF will not consider paper emailed or faxed applications. Applicants are required to provide:

• Resume

• Letter of interest specifying qualifications and experience (cover letter)

Inquiries should be addressed to:
Daniel Rivera

Search Chair

Deadline to Apply: Initial review of applications will begin upon receipt. For full consideration applicants should submit all required materials on or before March 2 2026.

The selected candidate must be able to pass a post-offer employment test.

A six probationary period is required.

Employees receive excellent benefits including exceptionally low-cost comprehensive health dental and vision benefits; employer match of Wisconsin Retirement System contributions of 6.95%; an attractive amount of paid leave per year in addition to paid sick leave. To learn more about our benefits go to:
Falls does not offer H-1B or other work authorization visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of hire and maintain work authorization throughout the employment term. If you have questions regarding this please contact Human Resources at .

Confidentiality of Applicant Materials

The Universities of Wisconsin will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing except that the identity of the final candidates may be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).

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As required by Title IX and federal regulations UW-River Falls does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its education programs or activities including in admission and employment. Questions about the application of Title IX may be referred to UWRFs Title IX Coordinator at; the Department of Educations Office for Civil Rights; or both. For more information please see Background Check and Reference Check Policy

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age pregnancy disability status as a protected veteran or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds perspectives and skills and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.