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Library Specialist

The University of Akron’s Bierce Library is hiring one full time Library Specialist in the Public Services Department. The position open supports the Resource Sharing Manager, Student Manager, Makerstudio Manager, and assists with all department responsibilities. They will work in a team setting to supervise our busy Library Service Desk, support our Makerstudio, manage our collection stacks, provide exceptional customer service to students and faculty, ensure the library remains open and safe during operational hours, and provide supervision and leadership to our excellent group of student employees.

Job Summary:

Provide general support in the Public Service Department of the library by assisting and instructing library patrons in the use of library systems and resources. Provide specialized support for specific library services such as resource sharing and circulating technology. Recommend, interpret and

apply library policies, standards and procedures. Resolve questions and issues through independent thought and action.

Essential Functions:

20-30% Perform daily general/routine Public Services Department duties that include assisting library patrons, processing and digitizing resource sharing requests, security and building management, financial hold resolution and following opening and closing procedures. Initiate, design and collaborate on various library related projects. Assume Public Services Department specific responsibilities in the absence of other department staff.

20-30% Support Bierce course reserves service through request processing, digitizing resources, tracking copyright, and supporting library systems that integrate course reserves and resource sharing with campus technologies. Maintain verbal and written communications with instructors as to status of reserve requests and with copyright holders when clearance

request is required.

20-30% Perform Stack Management duties by creating new status reports (i.e. missing books) and conduct routing searches for items appearing on reports. Assist with regular cleaning of stacks and both large and small stack maintenance projects.

10- 20% Supervise student assistants and the daily operation of Public Services and technology circulation. Respond to and resolve daily problems and maintain strong verbal/written communications locally and statewide when necessary. Run daily, monthly and yearly reports.

Additional Position Information:

Education requirements: Requires a Bachelor’s degree.

Licenses/Certifications/Requirements: None

Required Experience:

Requires a minimum of 2 years experience in library policies and procedures. Ability to use library systems such as online catalogs, research databases.

Problem solving skills and ability to work independently and resolve issues through independent thought and action.

Strong verbal and written communication skills and customer service skills.

Computer software skills required to input and retrieve data along with the ability to create reports and perform internet searches.

Preferred Experience

Experience with Library Service Platform such as Alma

Experience with resource sharing at state, national, and international levels

Leadership: Responsible for directing and monitoring the work of student and/or temporary workers.

Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please complete the online application and submit a cover letter and resume.

Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This is a union position with a salary grade of SBU-110. Salary determination is subject to the SBU collective bargaining agreement. The compensation for this position is $18.21 USD hourly.

Application Deadline: Review of applicants will begin March 2, 2026.

FLSA Status (exempt/nonexempt):

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Union Affiliation (if applicable):

Staff Bargaining Unit

For assistance with your application or attachments, please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

Cindy Harm

Email:

charm@uakron.edu

Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, all offers of employment with The University of Akron are contingent upon verification of credentials, and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Some positions may require additional credit investigation and a pre-employment driving record search.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our

Non-Discrimination Statement

for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that all work performed as an employee of the University will be performed in Ohio.

All About UA

The University of Akron empowers our people to flourish by delivering an applied and community-connected educational experience and cultivating research excellence. Leveraging our passion and expertise, we create innovative academic opportunities, support the well-being of our students and employees, and prioritize community embeddedness and engagement to impact lives through transformative experience. Through this focus, UA aspires to be the leader in community-focused higher education.

The University of Akron is a lifelong learning partner, recognizing and valuing diverse learning experiences and combining traditional classroom experiences with innovative and robust approaches.

As Zips, we prioritize the well-being of our students and employees, cultivate a culture and community where all can flourish, and act as responsible stewards of our resources and infrastructure by leveraging data to differentiate our processes and systems.

We leverage our urban campus as a responsive and reliable partner to identify and meet the needs of the region. We intentionally contribute to economic and workforce development and civic life through research, innovation and engagement to provide community-embedded experiential learning opportunities that will enhance the UA experience for all students.

We welcome candidates who are passionate about shaping and inspiring the next generation of thinkers, experts, artists and leaders.

For more information about The University of Akron or the Akron community please visit our

About UA

page.

Benefits

The University of Akron offers a competitive total compensation package comprised of a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and paid leave of absences including time off for illness, vacation, and maternity or paternity leave. In addition, eligible employees and their dependents are provided tuition remission. All staff and eligible non-bargaining unit faculty have the option to request a Flexible Work Arrangement (FWA). The University of Akron participates in state retirement systems and offers alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions. Optional investment opportunities are available including deferred compensation programs (403(b) and 457(b)). Please visit our

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for more information.

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