What are the responsibilities and job description for the Collection Services Librarian position at University of Tulsa?
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Position Title
Collection Services Librarian
Job Description
Job Summary : The Mabee Legal Information Center (MLIC) at the University of Tulsa invites candidates for a Collection Services Librarian. This position reports to the Director of the Mabee Legal Information Center and is responsible for metadata, interlibrary loan, and systems functions for the MLIC. The Collection Services Librarian will enjoy working independently, while successfully collaborating with both library staff and faculty and students to provide enhanced access to a broad range of library materials and services.
Essential Functions (Responsibilities) :
Metadata
Catalogs and creates metadata for library resources, including archival and special collections, in all formats, using the Alma integrated library system, Digital Commons, and other systems and applying relevant metadata standards from the Library of Congress and other authorities
Manages discoverability and access for all electronic and print resources, using Alma and Springshare products
Interlibrary Loan
Oversees all interlibrary loan activities
Processes ILL requests for faculty and students, both for borrowing and for lending
Systems
Provides support for integrated library systems, for MLIC staff and patrons
Assists with administration of library systems
Troubleshoots electronic resources and library systems
Other
Leads special projects for Collection Services
Assists with research services, as needed
Supervises staff and student assistants, as needed for Collections services projects
Special Job Dimensions
Works with confidential materials
Required Qualifications
Master's degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS) from an ALA-accredited program, or equivalent experience in library metadata and systems
1-3 years of library collection services experience working with an integrated library system
Experience using USMARC Format, LC Classification, and LC Subject Headings
Experience using OCLC EZ Proxy
Proficiency with Microsoft products, including Word, Excel, and Sharepoint
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively with patrons, staff, and administration
Excellent collaborative and customer service skills, able to work effectively with patrons, staff, administration, and contacts outside the university
High attention to detail, able to establish effective priorities and deadlines
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Alma, OCLC, SpringShare, and Digital Commons
Experience with ILS administration
Experience with managing electronic resources and working with resource vendors
Experience working in a law library
Physical Demands
Must be able to work with physical collections, which requires standing, bending, lifting library materials, pushing loaded books carts, climbing stools, etc.
Must be able to work nights and weekends as needed
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