Library Specialist

Northeastern offers a rewarding working environment for our students and employees. Our faculty and staff are smart, dedicated people who work to create an excellent urban university experience for bright and motivated students.

Job Summary:

Job Description:

REFERENCE SERVICES

• Assists library patrons by providing query response and finding activities, including interpreting queries; directing or performing the full range of bibliographic searching of English language materials and some foreign language material for users using print and online bibliographic tools.

• Reference service includes assisting patrons using print and electronic library resources, such as catalogs, academic databases, directories, indexes, digital repositories, and reference works. Reference service also includes guiding patrons in formulating research questions, choosing appropriate keywords, creating effective search strategies, retrieving relevant information, citing sources, and avoiding plagiarism.

TECH DESK SERVICES

• Assists library patrons at the Library Tech Desk in using software, hardware, and equipment in the RPL and public computers. This includes standard office software, digital editing software, and relevant multimedia applications. Provides technology consultations as needed.

EQUIPMENT LENDING PROGRAM

• Supports the operations and maintenance of equipment designated for loan to library patrons.

• Schedules pick-up and return appointments.

• Reviews policy expectations with patrons when equipment is being loaned.

• Follows up with borrowers regarding equipment problems and late returns.

• Notifies library administration when equipment is not returned within the policy timeframe.

• In collaboration with the Reference Coordinator, maintains and updates procedure documentation as needed.

RELATED DUTIES

• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimal Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.

2. Any combination totaling two (2) years (24 months) from the following categories:

A. work experience in a library or equivalent setting.

B. college course work in any field as measured by the following conversion table

• 30 semester hours equals one (1) year (12 months)

• Associate's Degree (60 semester hours) equals eighteen months (18 months)

• 90 semester hours equals two (2) years (24 months)

• Bachelor's Degree (120 semester hours) equals three (3) years (36 months)

Departmental Preferences:

• Experience with specialized library management systems and software, such as Alma/Primo or WorldCat.

• Experience with academic database platforms, such as EBSCO or ProQuest.

Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 A.M. - 4:30 P.M.

Location: Ronald Williams Library (5500 North St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625)

This position requires a background check.

Salary Range

Benefits

University employees may be eligible for a variety of State of Illinois benefits. These benefits are administered through the Illinois Department of Central Management Service (CMS). Please visit ourEmployee Benefitspage to learn more about our comprehensive benefits packageincluding health, dental, and vision benefits, sick and vacation days, and participation in the State Universities Retirement System.

Northeastern Illinois University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and invites applications from Women, Minorities, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities, as well as other qualified individuals.Northeastern Illinois University's positions are contingent upon the University's receipt of its State of Illinois appropriation.