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Unit Manager
Position Description
Manages a unit within a department. Plans, organizes and develops goals and procedures for the unit. Represents the unit to administrators, outside agencies and others on relevant matters. Supervises subordinate staff.
Requisition ID
40066BR
Work Location
El Paso
Org Level 1
Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso
Campus
HSC - El Paso
Department
Library Elp
Major/Essential Functions
Supports the Service Plus philosophy of Texas Tech University Health Sciences, and personally demonstrates and acts in accordance with the TTUHSCEP values of accountability, respect, service, integrity, advancement, and teamwork.
Creates original cataloging and metadata in OCLC, Alma/Primo, and other digital repositories.
Copy catalogs, edits metadata, imports metadata, and curates metadata in the libraries' Alma/Primo Discovery system.
Runs jobs to maintain the Alma/Primo system.
Answers library reference questions, assists library patrons, and performs literature searches.
Tasks are performed in person, via telephone, via email, in library chat room, via STM, and using other web-based reference tools.
Teaches courses (both credit and non-credit), conducts orientations, provides on-demand instructional sessions, designs instructional modules, and teaches seminars for faculty, residents, community members, and students.
Advises and provides feedback related to departmental goals, policies, and procedures.
Participates in the libraries' NLM and NNLM community outreach activities including writing grant applications.
Adhere to all TTUHSCEP policies, procedures and processes. Personally demonstrate, display, and act in accordance with TTUHSCEP’s values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork).
Actively promote and encourage staff across the institution.
Performs all duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree plus three years supervisory experience; OR
a combination of education and/or supervisory experience to equal seven years.
Preferred Qualifications
AHIP certification preferred but not required.
Demonstrable computer skills, including the ability to teach others computer skills.
Demonstrable teaching skills. Primo VE Administration Certification preferred but not required.
Knowledge of library purchasing practices.
Ability to use PC systems.
Master's degree in Library/Information Sciences from an ALA-accredited institution.
At least one year of experience working full-time in a health sciences library environment, and one year of experience working in an academic library systems department.
Bilingual English/Spanish.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Resume / CV, Transcript
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Basis
Monthly
Minimum Hire Rate
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.
Travel Required
Up to 25%
Shift
Day
Grant Funded?
No
Job Group
Senior Other Administrative
Job Expires
02/13/2025
Unit Manager
Position Description
Manages a unit within a department. Plans, organizes and develops goals and procedures for the unit. Represents the unit to administrators, outside agencies and others on relevant matters. Supervises subordinate staff.
Requisition ID
40066BR
Work Location
El Paso
Org Level 1
Texas Tech Unv Hlth Sci Ctr El Paso
Campus
HSC - El Paso
Department
Library Elp
Major/Essential Functions
Supports the Service Plus philosophy of Texas Tech University Health Sciences, and personally demonstrates and acts in accordance with the TTUHSCEP values of accountability, respect, service, integrity, advancement, and teamwork.
Creates original cataloging and metadata in OCLC, Alma/Primo, and other digital repositories.
Copy catalogs, edits metadata, imports metadata, and curates metadata in the libraries' Alma/Primo Discovery system.
Runs jobs to maintain the Alma/Primo system.
Answers library reference questions, assists library patrons, and performs literature searches.
Tasks are performed in person, via telephone, via email, in library chat room, via STM, and using other web-based reference tools.
Teaches courses (both credit and non-credit), conducts orientations, provides on-demand instructional sessions, designs instructional modules, and teaches seminars for faculty, residents, community members, and students.
Advises and provides feedback related to departmental goals, policies, and procedures.
Participates in the libraries' NLM and NNLM community outreach activities including writing grant applications.
Adhere to all TTUHSCEP policies, procedures and processes. Personally demonstrate, display, and act in accordance with TTUHSCEP’s values (Service, Respect, Accountability, Integrity, Advancement, and Teamwork).
Actively promote and encourage staff across the institution.
Performs all duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree plus three years supervisory experience; OR
a combination of education and/or supervisory experience to equal seven years.
Preferred Qualifications
AHIP certification preferred but not required.
Demonstrable computer skills, including the ability to teach others computer skills.
Demonstrable teaching skills. Primo VE Administration Certification preferred but not required.
Knowledge of library purchasing practices.
Ability to use PC systems.
Master's degree in Library/Information Sciences from an ALA-accredited institution.
At least one year of experience working full-time in a health sciences library environment, and one year of experience working in an academic library systems department.
Bilingual English/Spanish.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
Required Attachments
Cover Letter, Resume / CV, Transcript
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Basis
Monthly
Minimum Hire Rate
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.
Travel Required
Up to 25%
Shift
Day
Grant Funded?
No
Job Group
Senior Other Administrative
Job Expires
02/13/2025
