What are the responsibilities and job description for the Interlibrary Loan Specialist position at Amherst College?
Company Overview
Amherst College is a highly selective liberal arts college located in Amherst, Massachusetts. We are committed to enriching our educational experience and culture through diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Job Description
The Interlibrary Loan Supervisor plays a critical role in providing access to academic materials for students, faculty, and staff. This position involves coordinating resource-sharing services, establishing and maintaining relationships with partner libraries, and supervising a team of student assistants.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate interlibrary loan processing, including searching online bibliographic databases and developing expertise in complex research environments.
- Establish and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with partner libraries, providing exceptional service to both borrowing libraries and users.
- Supervise and train a team of student assistants, providing ongoing support and guidance.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree or 5 years of experience in lieu of degree.
- 1 year of work experience in an academic or research library.
- Experience searching online bibliographic databases and a strong interest in continual learning.
Preferred Qualifications
- 1 year of work experience in resource sharing or interlibrary loan.
- 1 year of work experience supervising others and providing training.
Benefits
Amherst College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement savings, and paid time off. We also provide opportunities for professional growth and development, continued learning, and career advancement.
