What are the responsibilities and job description for the Librarian Support Specialist position at Bluefield State University?
Job Overview
The Bluefield State University Library is seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to serve as a Library Technical Assistant. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the efforts of the Director of Library Services in maintaining the library's physical and digital holdings. You will assist library users in accessing and using library resources, technologies, databases, and tools for academic research.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform tasks related to circulation, including charging, discharging, renewing library materials, and re-shelving.
- Maintain the library's physical collections by performing routine shelf-readings, identifying lost or damaged items, and performing shifts of shelved materials as needed.
- Provide front desk duties, assisting library users with locating resources and using library technologies.
- Perform basic reference services, helping users identify their information needs and directing them toward the resources that best respond to those needs.
- Supervise student workers assigned to the library.
Requirements:
- Associate degree in an area related to the position's responsibilities.
About Bluefield State University
Bluefield State University is a historically black institution that provides students with an affordable and accessible opportunity for public higher education. Our mission is to prepare students for diverse professions, graduate study, informed citizenship, community involvement, and public service in an ever-changing global society.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please submit a completed BSU Employment Application, resume/CV, contact information for at least three professional references, and transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process). Please do not include photographs or any personal information on your application or supporting documents.
The Bluefield State University Library is seeking a detail-oriented and organized individual to serve as a Library Technical Assistant. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the efforts of the Director of Library Services in maintaining the library's physical and digital holdings. You will assist library users in accessing and using library resources, technologies, databases, and tools for academic research.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform tasks related to circulation, including charging, discharging, renewing library materials, and re-shelving.
- Maintain the library's physical collections by performing routine shelf-readings, identifying lost or damaged items, and performing shifts of shelved materials as needed.
- Provide front desk duties, assisting library users with locating resources and using library technologies.
- Perform basic reference services, helping users identify their information needs and directing them toward the resources that best respond to those needs.
- Supervise student workers assigned to the library.
Requirements:
- Associate degree in an area related to the position's responsibilities.
About Bluefield State University
Bluefield State University is a historically black institution that provides students with an affordable and accessible opportunity for public higher education. Our mission is to prepare students for diverse professions, graduate study, informed citizenship, community involvement, and public service in an ever-changing global society.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please submit a completed BSU Employment Application, resume/CV, contact information for at least three professional references, and transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process). Please do not include photographs or any personal information on your application or supporting documents.
