Technical Services Specialist

Radford University

Job Location:

Radford, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 2 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Title: Technical Services Specialist

Application Review Date:May 7 2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

Radford University Libraries seeks a detail-oriented staff member who excels in both independent and collaborative work environments. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to accuracy effective time management and clear communication with colleagues.

The Technical Services Specialist is responsible for ordering and managing books ebooks physical media and streaming media for Radford University Libraries. The position supports the discovery and access of library resources through copy cataloging electronic resource maintenance and accurate recordkeeping. This role works both independently and collaboratively and reports to the Head of Collection and Technical Services.

This position reports to the Head of Collection and Technical Services and follows a MondayFriday schedule with the option for up to 8 hours of telework per week.

Required Qualifications

Demonstrated ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high level of accuracy.
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
Working knowledge of Library of Congress classification/call numbers.
Proficiency with spreadsheets (e.g. Excel) including creating maintaining and analyzing data.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience editing MARC bibliographic and/or holdings records.
Experience working with a library management system including selecting editing and maintaining data.
Experience with OCLC WorldShare Management Services (WMS).
Experience with basic bookkeeping invoices and/or budget tracking.
Experience with library acquisitions including purchasing and receiving library materials from multiple vendors.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Cover letter and resume are required.

Is this position Grant Funded:No

Is this position restricted:No

Is this position eligible for telework:Yes partial

Hours Per Week:40

Months per Year:12

Statement of Economic Interest Required:No

FLSA Status:Non-Exempt

Work Classification:Classified Staff

Employee Classification: Library Specialist I

Department: Library

Salary:Starting at $38000 (payband 3)

Department Contact Name: Kay Johnson

Department Contact Phone:

Department Contact Email:

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race color sex sexual orientation disability age veteran status national origin religion or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs activities admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the universitys policies procedures and programs concerning safety and security as well as three years of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883 Radford VA 24142.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees students volunteers and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.

Required Experience:

Title: Technical Services SpecialistApplication Review Date:May 7 2026Campus Location: Radford City - Main CampusJob DescriptionRadford University Libraries seeks a detail-oriented staff member who excels in both independent and collaborative work environments. The ideal candidate demonstrates a str...