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The University of Wyoming is delighted to receive your interest in our vacant position! We strive to connect with qualified and uniquely talented individuals to join our campus community. We would love to hear how your experiences translate to this position, the University’s Mission, Vision, and Values, and encourage you to submit an application today!
JOB TITLE:
Library Assistant, Senior - Interlibrary Loan, User Services Division, UW Libraries
JOB PURPOSE:
Perform duties in the University of Wyoming Interlibrary Loan office requiring a working knowledge of library science techniques and practices. Responsibilities include processing borrowing and lending requests for UW Libraries’ material, the packaging, shipping, and receiving of said material, assisting patrons and co-workers, answering phone, managing department inbox, and other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Process Interlibrary Loan requests. Check availability for incoming and outgoing requests. Use electronic resources, including library and worldwide catalogs, to fill requests. Pull loans from shelves for shipment and/or scanning and electronic delivery.
- Send loans out daily. Check loans out to borrowing library. Label and box loans for shipment. Ship loans out using a dedicated FedEx shipping program.
- Receive loans daily. Check loans in from lending libraries. Label loans for circulation and route to appropriate UW library hold shelf.
SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:
- Answer phone and department email.
- Assist patrons and co-workers.
- Participate in special projects as assigned.
COMPETENCIES:
- Adaptability
- Analysis/Problem Identification
- Judgment
- Quality Orientation
- Service Orientation
- Work Standards
REMOTE WORK ELIGIBILITY:
This position provides vital support to campus customers and requires the successful candidate be available to work on campus.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: Associate’s degree or equivalent combination of work and experience
Experience: 1-year work-related experience in a library, office, or similar setting
Required licensure, certification, registration or other requirements: None
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience working in a library.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Experience with analysis and problem identification.
- Ability to work independently.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Experience using an integrated library system.
REQUIRED MATERIALS:
Complete the online application and upload the following for a complete application:
- Cover letter,
- Resume or C.V.
- Contact information for four work-related references.
This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 02/06/2025 will receive full consideration.
HIRING STATEMENT:
UW is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer (UW Reg 4-1). The University does not discriminate in employment or personnel practices on the basis of race, gender, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, creed, ancestry, political belief, pregnancy, or any other protected category or participation in any protected activity. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please call 307-766-2377 or email jobapps@uwyo.edu
ABOUT LARAMIE:
The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a town of 30,000 in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research and outreach. The university has state-of-the-art facilities in many areas and the community provides the advantages of a major university.
Located in a high mountain valley near the Colorado border, Laramie offers both outstanding recreational opportunities and close proximity to Colorado’s Front Range, a bustling group of metropolitan cities including Denver, Boulder, and Fort Collins. This beautiful mountain landscape offers outdoor enjoyment in all seasons, with over 300 days of sunshine annually. For more information about the region, please visit http://visitlaramie.org/
