Art & Architecture Libraries Coordinator

University of Maryland, United States

Updated: 2 months ago
Location: College Park, MARYLAND
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Position Number: 102787
Title: Coordinator
Functional Title: Art & Architecture Libraries Coordinator
Category Status: 33-Exempt Regular
Applicant Search Category: Staff
University Authorized FTE: 1.0
Unit: LIBR-Libraries
Campus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The University of Maryland Libraries are committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility. Supporting university and library efforts to create a more just campus environment, understanding the unique, interdisciplinary focus of libraries and archives as collectors and curators of the historical, literary, artistic, and scientific record. Providing collections, services, and programs that reflect the diversity of our community, heighten cultural awareness, and incorporate the histories, experiences, and expressions of those who have been historically marginalized and/or underrepresented. Ensuring equitable access to our facilities, resources, and services
The position reports to the Head of Art and Architecture Libraries and supervises operational aspects of the Art and Architecture libraries, which includes supervising hourly desk students, library opening procedures, maintenance and troubleshooting of public computers and equipment (e.g., scanners, copiers, and printers), facilities, and related functions.
The incumbent will work in a dynamic ever-changing work environment as the UMD Libraries roll out new services to meet changing needs of students and researchers. This position will supervise and facilitate the use of technology spanning from printers to specialized equipment loans and will work with the Head of Art and Architecture to plan, implement, and provide new services. The incumbent will be a part of the planning for these changes and will lead the implementation of new services as appropriate, including but not limited to, instructing users on new technology, facilitating events, and planning new spaces.
This position also provides public service at the Art and Architecture Services Desks as appropriate, including communicating library policies and procedures, circulating materials, responding to user information needs, as well as addressing and resolving problems and customer complaints. Provides guidance, instruction, and coordination to other library staff for services such as LibChat, hold requests, and ILL request fulfillment Provides leadership in managing safety and security responsibilities for Art and Architecture during weekday hours. Primarily works Monday-Friday (generally 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM—adjusted when the library opens and closes later or earlier such as winter term, spring break, intersessions, and special events).
Due to the nature of the academic calendar, annual leave cannot be used during the two weeks at the start and the two weeks at the end of the fall and spring semesters. Emergencies or other exceptional circumstances will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
Benefits Summary Top Benefits and Perks:

Exempt Benefits Summary

Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
  • Bachelor’s Degree required.


Experience:
  • Two years of experience directly related to the primary duties of the position is required and experience in or an aptitude to working in a lead or supervisory capacity.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities:
  • Ability to work effectively with people at all levels within and without the University system; evaluate student assistants and budget requirements; set and adjust priorities and be flexible to respond to shifting work demands.
  • Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, and execute complicated and continuing assignments independently; to manage office operations and staff.
  • Working familiarity or aptitude with both Windows and IOS platform computer workstations and relevant research and circulation software including Alma/Primo, LibAnswers analytics, or equivalent products.
  • Skill in the practical application of office practices, procedures, and equipment;
  • Comprehensive knowledge of academic library system standards, policies, and procedures related to personnel, collections, and services.
  • Working knowledge of and facility with a complex library automation system and its functions.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to communicate clearly, and in writing with all persons potentially affected by the scope of the work.
  • Strong service orientation; ability to anticipate customer and staff needs and seek ways of providing satisfactory solutions; ability to interact effectively with a diverse staff inside the libraries, with the students, staff, and faculty of the University, and with individuals from the greater research community.
  • Ability to manage tasks in response to varying time pressures with shifting priorities and changing constraints; demonstrated ability to analyze service pressure-related issues, and organize workflow to maximize efficiency.
  • Advanced ability to use computer programs including word processing, database, spreadsheet, and presentation software; the ability to help our patrons use these programs.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to communicate clearly, and in writing with all persons potentially affected by the scope of the work.
Preferences:
Preferences:
  • A background in a built environment field like Architecture or Historic Preservation, Art History, or Art.
  • Experience working in a large academic library setting, with duties and responsibilities for information and/or technology services.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of library system standards, policies, and procedures related to personnel, collections, and services.
Additional Certifications:
Additional Information:
Candidates must be able to work in the U.S. legally. University of Maryland will not sponsor an individual’s visa.
Salary range- $50,240 – $62,000.
Job Risks Not Applicable to This Position
Physical Demands
  • Position requires extensive standing, reaching, stooping, bending, and moving objects, such as tables, chairs and loaded book trucks.
  • Position requires frequent interaction with library users in person and via phone, email, and online systems.
  • Position requires frequent work at a computer.
  • Work schedule is subject to change based on the University calendar and staffing needs, including rare evenings and weekends.
  • Work in an area with a high level of activity and competing priorities.
  • Position requires traveling back and forth between two branch libraries located in buildings across the street from each other.
Posting Date: 02/06/2024
Closing Date:
Open Until Filled Yes
Best Consideration Date 02/20/2024
Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

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