access services librarian

University of Lynchburg

<div>The University of Lynchburg, a private, regional university in the beautiful foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains in Central Virginia, is seeking applicants for a full-time, non-tenure track position in the Library for the academic year 2026-27. Salary and rank correspond to experience and educational credentials.
Specific Job Duties:<ul><li>
Actively manage the operations, facility, and services for the Access Services Department of the library.</li><li>
Serve as liaison to one or more academic schools or departments in the provision of collection development, instruction, and research services.</li><li>
Recommend policies, procedures, services, and enhancements to Access Services.</li><li>
Supervise, train, and evaluate regular and student staff.</li><li>
Work collaboratively and effectively as part of the library team and the University community, keeping current on best practices in policy, instruction, and technology for Access Services.</li><li>
Establish and maintain professional and ethical boundaries with students, co-workers, and others in all learning environments.</li><li>
Participate in University service and events.</li><li>
Perform other responsibilities that may be assigned by the University Librarian.</li></ul>
Benefits:<ul><li>
Generous paid vacation, personal days, paid sick time and family leave, comprehensive insurance (medical, dental, vision, etc.) and retirement plans, flexible spending account, tuition remission, life and long-term disability insurance, and more. Learn more about employment benefits at the University of Lynchburg.</li></ul>
Salary:<ul><li>
 Salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience</li></ul>
Physical Demands:<ul><li>
Prolonged periods standing or sitting at a desk, bending, kneeling</li><li>
Ability to lift 20lbs.</li></ul>
Required Qualifications:<ul><li>
Three years of academic library experience</li><li>
Supervisory experience</li><li>
Excellent communication skills</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
Previous scheduling and training experience.</li><li>
Familiarity with library software packages: Alma/Primo, Springshare, OCLC Tipasa</li></ul>
Education:<ul><li>
ALA accredited Masters of Library/Information Science required</li></ul> 
Work Remotely:<ul><li>
No</li></ul>
We seek candidates who are committed to the University of Lynchburg&rsquo;s efforts to create an environment that fosters a student-centered environment, develops the breadth of knowledge associated with liberal education, respects and supports diversity, equity, and inclusion, values and celebrates diverse faith traditions, and sustains close working relationships among faculty, staff, students, alumni, and community partners.
Candidates must successfully pass a background check that is satisfactory to the University.
Submit a cover letter,Curriculum vitae (CV), and three professional references to:
Human Resources Jobs Page
The University of Lynchburg is dedicated to inclusive excellence. We celebrate the diversity of our common life, affirming our different histories, realities, and identities. All belong here.
As a testament to our strong commitment to accessibility, diversity, and inclusion, we will attract, celebrate, and retain a community of diverse students, staff, and faculty; foster belonging; and create a campus environment that embraces civil discourse and accountability for our words and actions.
The University of Lynchburg embraces diversity in its broadest sense. We will cultivate an inclusive, equitable, and safe campus climate grounded in mutual respect and understanding, where all members of our diverse learning community - alumni, employees, learners, visitors, and volunteers- can thrive.
The University of Lynchburg is an equal-opportunity employer.</div>

Access Services Librarian

California State University, Long Beach

<div>
 
 Position:
 
 Access Services Librarian, Temporary (Full-Time, 12-Month, Renewable)
 
 
 
 Effective Date:
 
 On or about June 1, 2026
 
 
 
 Salary Range
 
 : The Supervising Librarian, Range 3 (12-Month) classification salary is $85,524 to $182,532 per year, $7,127 to $15,211 per month. The anticipated hiring range is $85,524 to $96,000 per year, $7,127 to $8,000 per month. Salary offered is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
 
 
 
 Application Deadline:
 
 Review of applications to begin April 13, 2026. Position open until filled.
 
 
 
 California State University, Long Beach
 
 
 
 California State University, Long Beach ( CSULB ) is a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI). CSULB earned the prestigious Seal of Excelencia in 2023, joining a distinctive group of colleges and universities who have been recognized for its commitment to Latine/x student success. CSULB is committed to serving diverse students and has established and actively supports the Black Excellence Collegium, dedicated to promoting Black excellence and advancing Black Student Success, and El Concilio for Latinx Success at the Beach, whose mission is to build capacity and promote inclusive servingness across initiatives and efforts for the benefit of all students. The President&rsquo;s Equity and Change Commission is dedicated to achieving inclusive excellence in our community and culture and throughout the university. CSULB&rsquo;s Beach 2030 University Action Plans prioritize engaging all students; expanding access to higher education; promoting intellectual achievement; building community; and cultivating resilience.
 
 
 
 About The Position
 
 
 
 Reporting to the Dean of the Library, the Access Services Librarian provides substantive input in the organizational direction of Access Services in consultation with the Library&rsquo;s Administrative Team. The incumbent is responsible for providing planning and oversight to multiple functional areas within the Access Services Department. These areas include Circulation, Interlibrary Loan Services, Reserves/Media Resources, Current Periodicals, and Microtext Services. They manage the operation of ORCA, the library&rsquo;s automatic storage system. They are responsible for Access Services personnel, budgets, and day-to-day operations; participate in the development, recommendation, and administration of Access Services policies, procedures, and processes; and oversee the management and maintenance of physical spaces and equipment assigned to the department.
 
 
 The Access Services Librarian works collaboratively with Technical Services lead and staff; fellow library faculty; and other internal library departments. They also work closely with a range of campus departments, community members, and external agencies and libraries. The incumbent advocates for department needs and promoting departmental expertise and resources internally, externally, and within the profession. The Access Services Librarian monitors academic and technological trends and developments in access services management and recommends appropriate adoption and implementation of new methods related to the functional areas within the department. The person in this position leads CSU Long Beach University Library in providing our patrons and community with access to our evolving collections.
 
 
 
 Required Qualifications
 
 
 
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 MLS/MLIS from an ALA Accredited program by the date of appointment
 </li>
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 Minimum two years of experience in management or supervision in an academic library setting
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 Strong service commitment toward a diverse community
 </li>
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 Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills
 </li>
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 Demonstrated competence in project management
 </li>
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 Strong collaborative skills and enthusiasm for working with a wide range of patrons, colleagues, community members, and external agencies
 </li>
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 Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
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 Competence in learning new technology, equipment, and software
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Preferred Qualifications
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Demonstrated success in helping students from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized groups, nontraditional students, speakers of languages other than English, and students with learning disabilities
 </li>
 <li>
 Familiarity with ALMA/PRIMO
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 <li>
 Ability to work onsite with flexible hours, including occasional nights and weekends as needed
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 Job Duties
 
 
 
 Workplace Type: On-Site (
 
 work in-person
 
 at business location)
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 Supervises day-to-day operations of all functional areas within Access Services: Circulation; Interlibrary Loan Services; Reserves/Media Resources; Current Periodicals; Microtext Services
 </li>
 <li>
 Manages policies, procedures, and workflows for all functional areas within Access Services
 </li>
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 Collaborates with Technical Services lead and staff on library systems&rsquo; implementations and upgrades
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 Instills high service standards in department staff and student assistants
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 Directs the efficient, appropriate, and timely expenditure of the department budget
 </li>
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 Oversees planning and direction of Access Services
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 Manages and oversees maintenance of physical spaces and equipment assigned to the department, including, but not limited to: ORCA storage system and related software; Luxer storage lockers and related software
 
 
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 </ul>
 CSULB seeks to recruit faculty who enthusiastically support the University&rsquo;s strong commitment to the academic success of all of our students, including students with disabilities, students who are first generation to college, veterans, students with diverse socio-economic backgrounds, and students of diverse sexual orientations and gender expressions. CSULB seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of our commitment to serve the People of California, to maintain the excellence of the University, and to offer our students a rich variety of expertise, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.
 
 
 University Library
 
 
 The University Library supports the instructional and research needs of the campus community through its breadth and depth of collections, exceptional library faculty and staff-led services, and innovative use of library spaces. Currently, there are 19.5 full-time equivalent faculty members. Library faculty serve as subject-specialists and liaisons to CSULB's 63 academic departments and programs, collectively delivering over 800 instruction sessions a semester. We work independently and collaboratively to strengthen student information literacy skills through one-on-one consultations, one-shot instruction, embedded course instruction, and modular and scalable eLearning experiences. We ensure that library collections align with curricular needs and reflect emerging discipline-specific knowledge. The University library has one of the largest collections in the California State University System. It is 8th in the system for print collections, 4th largest in ongoing subscription access, and 6th in overall library budgets.
 
 
 California State University Long Beach's University Library is a busy, teaching-oriented institution supporting a community of over 42,000 students as well as faculty and staff. We are seeking an Access Services Librarian to oversee the daily operations and long-term projects performed by our robust team of Access Services staff.
 
 
 Information on excellent benefits package available to CSULB faculty is located here: CSU Employee Benefits
 
 
 
 How To Apply - Required Documentation
 
 
 
 <ul>
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 Letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications. Applicants are encouraged to discuss their management style with an emphasis on how to incorporate research and other scholarly activities into the work of access services.
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 A Student Success Statement about your teaching or other experiences, successes, and challenges in working with a diverse student population (maximum two pages, single-spaced). For further information and guidelines, please visit: Student Success Statement
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 CV
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 Names and contact information for three references (to be contacted for confidential letters of recommendation should you reach the finalist stage)
 </li>
 <li>
 Finalists should be prepared to submit an official transcript (e-transcript preferred, if available)
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 How to Apply:
 
 Click the Apply Now icon to complete the CSULB online application.
 
 
 Requests for information about the position should be addressed to:
 
 
 California State University, Long Beach
 
 
 University Library Administration
 
 
 1250 Bellflower Boulevard
 
 
 Long Beach, CA 90840
 
 
 Lib-Jobs@csulb.edu
 
 
 
 Employment Requirements
 
 
 
 A background check (including a criminal records check and telephone reference check with most recent employer) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
 
 
 The person holding this position is considered a &ldquo;mandated reporter&rdquo; under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised July 21, 2017 as a condition of employment.
 
 
 Pursuant to the CSU Out of State Employment Policy, hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside of California is prohibited effective January 1, 2022. By prohibiting employment outside of California, the CSU also prohibits hiring and retaining employees working permanently from a business location outside of the United States. Exceptions to the Policy are limited to approved and documented purposes for conducting CSU business outside of California.
 
 
 All employees who assign and/or oversee work are responsible for ensuring that compliant work controls and procedures consistent with Federal, State and local regulations and University policies are implemented and maintained to provide for the protection of individuals and to safeguard the environment. Everyone is expected to comply with applicable Environmental Health and Safety regulations and University policies, programs and procedures. For more information, the systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/18172024/latest/ and questions may be sent to Environmental_Health_Safety@csulb.edu .
 
 
 The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on-or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow the COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus. The systemwide policy can be found at https://calstate.policystat.com/policy/9779821/latest/ and questions may be sent to fahr@csulb.edu .
 
 
 All university program and activities are open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity, or national origin. Consistent with CSU&rsquo;s Nondiscrimination Policy, as well as state and federal law, CSULB provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. To access CSULB&rsquo;s full statement on Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment, please visit Equity and Compliance .
</div>

Access Services Librarian, Temporary (Full-Time, 12-Month, Renewable)

Willamette University

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">ABOUT WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITY:</h1>
Willamette University, founded in 1842, is a nationally-renowned private university enrolling 2800 students across five colleges. Our historic campus, adjacent to the Oregon State Capitol, hosts a distinguished undergraduate liberal arts college in Salem, Oregon. Our downtown Portland campus is home to the Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA). We offer a wide range of professional graduate programs, including Oregon&rsquo;s top-ranked MBA program, the Northwest&rsquo;s oldest law school, as well as MA/MFA programs at PNCA and master&rsquo;s degrees in data science and computer science.
Willamette University provides a high-value and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our Benefits Summary includes options for health, dental, life insurance, retirement, substantial paid time off, tuition and more. If you need assistance applying for a job or have any questions on recruitment at Willamette, please contact our HR Department, hr@willamette.edu or call us at 503-370-6210.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Access Services and Assessment Librarian at the J.W. Long Library is responsible for managing all areas of Access Services, including circulation, course reserves, interlibrary loan, and consortial borrowing and lending (Summit). Additionally, the librarian coordinates the implementation of a comprehensive and strategic assessment program within the J.W. Long Library, in consultation with the Director. The incumbent will supervise a team of approximately 15 student employees who work at the Law Library Circulation Desk, and is responsible for monitoring library use and security. The incumbent plans, communicates and implements policies and procedures to support Access Services, and coordinates with the Director to design and implement the assessment program. This position requires working occasional evening and weekend shifts when classes are in session.
In all areas of responsibility, the incumbent of this position safeguards the confidentiality of departmental and/or office administration by exercising discretion in communicating information to faculty, students and staff, and handling departmental records and files, personnel actions, performance evaluations, and similar confidential materials. The Access Services and Assessment Librarian supports the university&rsquo;s mission by providing excellent service to students, faculty and staff. Thus, the library seeks candidates who have experience and have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and are committed to improving library and information access for students, faculty, and staff.
DUTIES &amp; RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following functions:
Access Services<ul><li>
Responsible for overall management of the unit including circulation, course reserves, interlibrary loan (ILL), Summit services, and stacks maintenance.</li><li>
Supervises (hires, trains, and evaluates) both graduate and undergraduate student employees.</li><li>
Requests and processes materials according to ILL, Summit, and document delivery protocols; handles complex requests.</li><li>
Responsible for course reserve material once purchased.</li><li>
Responsible for interpretation of policies; makes decisions regarding exceptional circumstances. Responds to and resolves patron concerns and complaints as they affect Access Services.</li><li>
Together with library Systems staff, maintains and updates the fulfillment services and user management areas of the integrated library system (ILS) and the ILL system. Participates in ILS and ILL training, keeps up-to-date on best practices, etc.</li><li>
Provides assistance to Law and University students, faculty, staff and others in locating materials in the library and in supplying information about resources and services.</li><li>
Facilitates a student work environment that encourages knowledge of, respect for, and development of skills to further the DEI mission of the Law School and the University.</li><li>
Works closely with the Law Library Director to provide excellent services through active participation in the development of library goals and objectives.</li><li>
Serves as the contact for Summit Borrowing and the Courier programs; implements Summit circulation procedures and troubleshoots with consortium members on a regular basis.</li><li>
Maintains well-organized, efficient operations and a smooth workflow.</li><li>
Keeps current on latest developments in Access Services.</li><li>
Participates in providing library reference services to faculty, students and staff.</li></ul>
Assessment<ul><li>
Promotes the integration of both quantitative and qualitative assessment related to services, collections, technology, and physical spaces, for the J.W. Long Library.</li><li>
Leads team-based development of plans for assessment and implementation of the processes to collect, organize, preserve and disseminate assessment data for internal decision-making and external reporting</li><li>
Analyzes and reports quantitative and qualitative data gathered from various sources including library systems, vendor statistics, observations, surveys, web analytics, interviews, and focus groups and facilitates the use of this data to support library initiatives</li><li>
Collaborates on cross-departmental quantitative and qualitative user and research studies and actively participates in or supports assessment-focused data collection, analysis, and dissemination of findings.</li></ul>
Administrative Responsibilities<ul><li>
First line responder for safety and security issues; maintains contacts with Campus Safety Office, monitors library space, keeps staff informed of potential problems, etc. Coordinates library safety routines with Campus Safety and other departments.</li><li>
Handles initiation and follow-up on facilities work orders. Evaluates the need for supplies and equipment.</li><li>
Responsible for billing processes and procedures for Circulation, Summit, and ILL. In coordination with the Law Library Director, receives and tracks invoices, coordinates purchasing, and payment for Circulation, Summit, and ILL.</li><li>
Communicates with library users about their accounts and use of materials and services.</li><li>
Contributes to budgetary planning and purchasing in order to enhance and support collection development.</li></ul>
Additional Responsibilities<ul><li>
Meets regularly with all library personnel in staff meetings.</li><li>
Participates in local and regional library consortia.</li><li>
Serves on library and university committees.</li><li>
Provides supervision of the library as needed during the academic term; occasionally other weekend or evening hours may be required.</li><li>
Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul><div>
JOB SCOPE
The work of the Access Services Librarian involves responsibility and accountability for efficient, innovative planning, the implementation of policy, and the management of circulation and reserve services, Summit Borrowing, Interlibrary Loan services and library space security/safety. The incumbent must be responsive to the needs of faculty, staff and students in a very specialized and high demand environment. The incumbent is frequently the initial, often the sole, point of contact with library users and as such represents the library and the University. The individual handles unexpected and unusual situations on a daily basis, which require independent decisions. As well as management responsibilities, the incumbent directly serves library users. Reference work requires judgment, knowledge of a variety of reference tools, and the ability to conduct reference interviews.
Recognizes and refers appropriate questions to the Law Library Director. The incumbent supervises and provides direction to 15+ student employees at the Law Library Circulation Desk.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS &amp; PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES</div><ul><li>
Ability to meet the responsibilities and obligations outlined in the job description and scope</li><li>
Graduate degree in library/information science from an ALA-accredited institution. A graduate degree in a related field with significant relevant experience will also be considered.</li><li>
Previous library experience including interlibrary loan processing preferred.</li><li>
Strong public service orientation</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>
Demonstrated commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.</li><li>
Understanding of and commitment to intellectual freedom.</li><li>
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of circulation and employee records.</li><li>
Successful experience in training and supervising others.</li><li>
Ability to use complex, sophisticated computer systems.</li><li>
Ability to make independent decisions.</li><li>
Strong organizational and problem solving abilities.</li><li>
Ability to work independently as well as establish and maintain harmonious relations with other staff, faculty and students.</li><li>
Ability to routinely lift 20 pounds and perform shelving and stack maintenance activities.</li><li>
Successful clearance of a criminal conviction record check.</li></ul>
Typical Work Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm
Physical Demands &amp; Working Conditions: Standard library environment
Salary: $56,850
You will need to upload the following two documents as part of your application materials in the &quot;My Experience&quot; section labeled Resume:<ul><li>
Cover letter addressing the required/preferred qualifications</li><li>
Current Resume</li></ul>
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENT: 
All University positions require that candidates submit to a criminal conviction record check prior to hire. Conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being hired. Nature of conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position. 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT: 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS:
Please read the following carefully before beginning the online application process. To be considered for employment at Willamette University, please complete our online employment application. Your application and all required attachments - listed at the bottom of the page - must be submitted for each individual job post that you are interested in applying. Once you submit your application you will not be able to edit your application.</div>

Access Services & Assessment Librarian

The Ohio State University

<div>The Head of Access Services (Associate Director, Library Services) leads a dynamic program area, Access Services, which promotes new models for providing user access to scholarly works through circulation and interlibrary loan to advance learning, research, and creative expression. The Head is also a key leader of University Libraries&rsquo; activities to steward physical collections for use now and into the future. The Access Services Program Area includes the staff and resources in: Thompson Library circulation and stacks management; Interlibrary Services; and the Book Depository. Leads policy development, management, and evaluation for circulation activities for libraries at The Ohio State University, for Ohio State&rsquo;s Regional Campuses libraries, Health Sciences Library, and Law Library. Responsible for the coordination, supervision, planning, development, communication, and configuration/technical expertise for fulfillment and resource sharing in Alma/Primo/Rapido. Also collects, analyzes, and reports statistical information related to access services. Engages actively on behalf of the Libraries within the Libraries' communities of collaboration, especially OhioLINK and the Big Ten Academic Alliance. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Content and Access, the Head of Access Services functions as a peer in the leadership team of the Content and Access Division. 
University Libraries&rsquo; faculty and staff embrace Ohio State&rsquo;s Shared Values and strive to enact the behaviors guided by those values in all that we do. This position is dedicated to advancing the culture of University Libraries and the work of the Content and Access unit. All other duties as assigned.
Required Qualifications 
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience. At least 7 years of experience in managing service desks, circulation, interlibrary loan, document delivery, or similar services involving print materials. At least 7 years of experience supervising multiple staff or teams. Experience with fulfillment and resource sharing configurations in a Library Services Platform. Ability to work effectively and creatively in a collaborative and complex environment. A demonstrated commitment to Ohio State&rsquo;s shared values.
Desired Qualifications
Master&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field. 12 or more years of relevant experience. Experience with fulfillment and resource sharing configurations and/or maintenance in Alma/Primo/Rapido. Demonstrated experience with project planning. Experience in academic or research libraries. Experience working with library consortia.
The posting range for this position is $88,300 to $110,300 annually.
Please submit cover letter and resume with online application by 5/10/26.
Career Roadmap:
Function: Library and Museum
Subfunction: Library Public Services
Band: Managerial
Level: M3<h2 class="jobSectionHeader">
About The Ohio State University Libraries</h2>
The Libraries promotes innovative research and creative expression, advances effective teaching, curates and preserves information essential for scholarship and learning at Ohio State, and shares knowledge and culture with the people of Ohio, the nation, and the world.
The Libraries&rsquo; greatest resource is our faculty and staff. Their expertise produces value beyond the collections and their commitment to continual improvement and innovation is one of the most significant ways the Libraries meets the varied and evolving information needs of university students, faculty, and staff, alongside scholars throughout Ohio and the world.
As a global leader, the Libraries is actively engaged in local, statewide, national, and international initiatives to help shape the future of academic research libraries. These activities and the innovations that result enhance our ability to acquire, manage, and preserve emerging information resources, support knowledge creation, and enable its effective transmission to future learners. Learn more on the Libraries website.
The Libraries strives to provide welcoming, supportive environments for all to pursue and share knowledge. The Libraries is guided by our strategic directions and Ohio State&rsquo;s Shared Values. All positions are expected to contribute to building and advancing this environment and we encourage all qualified candidates to apply.
Become part of the Buckeye family
Ohio State&rsquo;s main campus is one of America's largest and most comprehensive. As Ohio's best and one of the nation's top-20 public universities, Ohio State is further recognized by a top-rated academic medical center and a premier cancer hospital and research center. As a land-grant university, Ohio State has a physical presence throughout the state, with campuses and research centers located around Ohio. Learn more about being a Buckeye.
Benefits that support your wellbeing
Ohio State offers a comprehensive benefits package with a variety of options to meet your unique needs. Ohio State&rsquo;s total rewards package includes benefits that support employees&rsquo; health, finances, work-life balance, and education. Learn more about our outstanding benefits.
Columbus: Full of excitement and opportunity
Columbus is the largest and fastest-growing city in Ohio, with a vibrant blend of arts and culture, including inspired culinary, fashion, music, and entertainment scenes, exciting collegiate and professional sports, and an open, entrepreneurial spirit. With a burgeoning downtown, lively urban districts and an array of welcoming neighborhoods it&rsquo;s a city that invites exploration. Learn more about the nation&rsquo;s best kept secret with Experience Columbus.
Regular 40 First Shift</div>

Head of Access Services

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader">ABOUT WILLAMETTE UNIVERSITY:</h1>
Willamette University, founded in 1842, is a nationally-renowned private university enrolling 2800 students across five colleges. Our historic campus, adjacent to the Oregon State Capitol, hosts a distinguished undergraduate liberal arts college in Salem, Oregon. Our downtown Portland campus is home to the Pacific Northwest College of Art (PNCA). We offer a wide range of professional graduate programs, including Oregon&rsquo;s top-ranked MBA program, the Northwest&rsquo;s oldest law school, as well as MA/MFA programs at PNCA and master&rsquo;s degrees in data science and computer science.
Willamette University provides a high-value and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our Benefits Summary includes options for health, dental, life insurance, retirement, substantial paid time off, tuition and more. If you need assistance applying for a job or have any questions on recruitment at Willamette, please contact our HR Department, hr@willamette.edu or call us at 503-370-6210.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Access Services Manager at the Mark O. Hatfield Library is responsible for the daily management of circulation and related services at Willamette University&rsquo;s main undergraduate library. This position plays a central role in library patrons&rsquo; user experience. The incumbent oversees daily operations at the circulation desk, supervises student employees, and fosters a welcoming, responsive environment for students, faculty, staff, and the broader community. This role requires responsiveness in a high-demand environment and often serves as the primary&mdash;and sometimes sole&mdash;point of contact for library users, representing both the library and the University.
The position involves handling unexpected and complex situations requiring sound judgment and independent decision-making. In all areas of responsibility, the incumbent safeguards the confidentiality of departmental and administrative information, including personnel actions, performance evaluations, and records, exercising discretion in all communications. 
DUTIES
Primary<ul><li>
Oversee the daily operations of circulation services, including training, mentoring, and supervision of student employees</li><li>
Hire, train, schedule, and evaluate approximately 20 student workers</li><li>
Monitor course reserves, stacks maintenance, and the Library of Things collection</li><li>
Manage check-in and shelving of print periodicals</li><li>
Maintain appropriate levels of supplies and patron-use materials</li><li>
Lead the creation and maintenance of library displays</li><li>
Serve as first responder for safety and security issues; coordinate with Campus Safety and communicate concerns to staff</li><li>
Communicate with library users regarding materials, accounts, and services</li><li>
Maintain and update library signage and ensure accuracy of access-related information on the library website</li><li>
Perform copy cataloging and title withdrawals in the library system (Alma)</li><li>
Provide backup support to the Technical Services Manager for resource sharing activities</li><li>
Assist users in locating materials and understanding library resources and services</li><li>
Foster an inclusive student work environment that values diversity, equity, and cross-cultural engagement</li></ul>
Secondary<ul><li>
Participate in regular library staff meetings</li><li>
Engage with local and regional library consortia</li><li>
Serve on library and University committees</li><li>
Provide building supervision as needed, including occasional evenings or weekends</li><li>
Perform other duties as assigned</li></ul>
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum<div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree (B.S. or equivalent)</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills</li><li>
Ability to work the assigned schedule (11:00 AM&ndash;7:00 PM weekdays)</li><li>
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills</li><li>
Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality</li><li>
Ability to make independent decisions</li><li>
Proficiency with complex computer systems</li><li>
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and perform shelving/stack maintenance</li></ul></div>
Preferred<ul><li>
Experience in a library and/or higher education environment</li><li>
Experience training and supervising others</li><li>
Understanding of and commitment to intellectual freedom</li></ul>
Typical Work Schedule: Monday to Thursday, 11 am to 7 pm, Friday 10 am to 6 pm with occasional weekends
Physical Demands &amp; Working Conditions: Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and perform shelving/stack maintenance.
Salary: $52,000 annually
You will need to upload the following two documents as part of your application materials in the &quot;My Experience&quot; section labeled Resume:<ul><li>
Cover letter addressing qualifications</li><li>
Current resume</li></ul>
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Incomplete applications will not be considered.
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENT: 
All University positions require that candidates submit to a criminal conviction record check prior to hire. Conviction does not automatically preclude candidates from being hired. Nature of conviction will be considered relative to the duties of the position. 
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT: 
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
INSTRUCTIONS FOR APPLICANTS:
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Access Services Manager

County of Santa Clara

JOB
 Under supervision, to perform professional library work.This Librarian I position is an alternately staffed position and may be filled at the Librarian I or Librarian II level. Candidates must submit a separate application for each level that they are interested in.
 
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
 Provides services to patrons such as evaluating needs, assisting in locating books and materials, and responding to inquiries; Offers reader advisory services; Informs patrons about library facilities, policies and procedures; Participates in identifying the needs of the library community; Participates in evaluating current collection and selecting and discarding library materials, as well as ordering materials within prescribed budget; Develops subject expertise; Learns sources of information and locates specific information; Answers reference questions; refers questions requiring advanced knowledge to a Librarian II or Supervising Librarian; Develops specialized library programs for specific patron groups; Speaks to school and community groups regarding library programs and resources; May conduct book talks and story times and perform puppet shows; Designs displays and exhibits; Participates in organizing the physical interior of the library; Compiles bibliographies, book lists and other resource lists; Prepares reports or creates content for library blogs or website; Provides outreach services to communities; Familiarizes and trains library patrons in the use of digital materials; promotes reading and use of digital resources for all ages; Assists and trains users to operate public equipment, connect to the internet, use library software applications, and access library services from remote locations; Uses information discovery tools, including the library's catalog, core library databases, and internet search engines; Performs basic troubleshooting of technical problems and resolves or refers technical issues to appropriate personnel; Accesses and uses basic assistive technologies, where appropriate, to ensure that all users have equitable access to technology; Participates in District-wide committees, work teams, and projects; Keeps abreast of professional trends and developments, including technology; Organizes and maintains special collections; May participate in supervising and training volunteers; Participates in professional organizations and attends workshops and meetings; Compiles selection aid book lists for use in community libraries; Interprets cataloging and classification rules and practices for staff; Conducts original cataloging as needed; May supervise work flow of the technical services unit; May assist in providing information to information systems staff and/or vendors to achieve compatibility with Santa Clara County Library computer systems; Consults with publishers' representatives concerning acquisition problems and programs; Participates in needs assessments and in establishing or modifying procedures for acquisitions, cataloging and/or processing; May have in-charge responsibility for the library and for resolving routine operating problems, in the absence of a Librarian II or Supervising Librarian; May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required; Performs other related duties as required.

Librarian I

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Description</h2></div>
<div>Under supervision, to perform professional library work. 
 
This Librarian I position is an alternately staffed position and may be filled at the Librarian I or Librarian II level. Candidates must submit a separate application for each level that they are interested in.</div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Typical Tasks</h2></div>
<div><ul><li>Provides services to patrons such as evaluating needs, assisting in locating books and materials, and responding to inquiries; 
</li><li>Offers reader advisory services; 
</li><li>Informs patrons about library facilities, policies and procedures; 
</li><li>Participates in identifying the needs of the library community; 
</li><li>Participates in evaluating current collection and selecting and discarding library materials, as well as ordering materials within prescribed budget; 
</li><li>Develops subject expertise; 
</li><li>Learns sources of information and locates specific information; 
</li><li>Answers reference questions; refers questions requiring advanced knowledge to a Librarian II or Supervising Librarian; 
</li><li>Develops specialized library programs for specific patron groups; 
</li><li>Speaks to school and community groups regarding library programs and resources; 
</li><li>May conduct book talks and story times and perform puppet shows; 
</li><li>Designs displays and exhibits; 
</li><li>Participates in organizing the physical interior of the library; 
</li><li>Compiles bibliographies, book lists and other resource lists; 
</li><li>Prepares reports or creates content for library blogs or website; 
</li><li>Provides outreach services to communities; 
</li><li>Familiarizes and trains library patrons in the use of digital materials; promotes reading and use of digital resources for all ages; 
</li><li>Assists and trains users to operate public equipment, connect to the internet, use library software applications, and access library services from remote locations; 
</li><li>Uses information discovery tools, including the library's catalog, core library databases, and internet search engines; 
</li><li>Performs basic troubleshooting of technical problems and resolves or refers technical issues to appropriate personnel; 
</li><li>Accesses and uses basic assistive technologies, where appropriate, to ensure that all users have equitable access to technology; 
</li><li>Participates in District-wide committees, work teams, and projects; 
</li><li>Keeps abreast of professional trends and developments, including technology; 
</li><li>Organizes and maintains special collections; 
</li><li>May participate in supervising and training volunteers; 
</li><li>Participates in professional organizations and attends workshops and meetings; 
</li><li>Compiles selection aid book lists for use in community libraries; 
</li><li>Interprets cataloging and classification rules and practices for staff; 
</li><li>Conducts original cataloging as needed; 
</li><li>May supervise work flow of the technical services unit; 
</li><li>May assist in providing information to information systems staff and/or vendors to achieve compatibility with Santa Clara County Library computer systems; 
</li><li>Consults with publishers' representatives concerning acquisition problems and programs; 
</li><li>Participates in needs assessments and in establishing or modifying procedures for acquisitions, cataloging and/or processing; 
</li><li>May have in-charge responsibility for the library and for resolving routine operating problems, in the absence of a Librarian II or Supervising Librarian; 
</li><li>May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required; 
</li><li>Performs other related duties as required.</li></ul></div>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader">Employment Standards</h2></div>
<div><div>Possession of a Master's Degree in Library Science or its recognized equivalent from a library school accredited by the American Library Association. 
</div><div>
Possession of a valid California Driver's License prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County Drivers Permit. 
 
Knowledge of:<ul>
<li>Library tools, methods and procedures; 
</li><li>A wide variety of reading material; 
</li><li>Library reference materials; 
</li><li>Principles and procedures of reference used to locate specific topics; 
</li><li>Classification and cataloging systems and principles; 
</li><li>Basic computer operations needed to access library networks, applications, software, and productivity tools, as well as common office software applications such as email clients, word processing programs and internet browsers; 
</li><li>Digital devices such as personal computers, laptops, tablets, smartphones and eBook readers used by patrons to access library services; 
</li><li>Planning, organizing and implementing children's, adult and young adult programs to meet patron needs; 
</li><li>Principles and techniques of book selection and evaluation to establish balanced library collections; 
</li><li>Library services, programs and policies which serve the community; 
</li><li>Common office computer applications and automated Library circulation systems; 
</li><li>Principles of supervision; 
</li><li>Monitoring budgets; 
</li><li>Effective training techniques.</li></ul>
Ability to:<ul>
<li>Serve a wide variety of individuals to promote library programs and meet the needs of library patrons; 
</li><li>Be sensitive to diversity, including but not limited to cultural, racial, economic, and ethnic diversity; 
</li><li>Advise and instruct patrons in the use of library facilities and reference tools; 
</li><li>Use library tools effectively; 
</li><li>Operate library equipment, such as computers and use related software applications and databases; 
</li><li>Analyze and interpret statistics; 
</li><li>Analyze community needs and make recommendations to meet those needs; 
</li><li>Orally communicate and write effectively; 
</li><li>Reason logically to define problems, collect and process data and reach valid conclusions in solving reference problems and in developing programs and procedures; 
</li><li>Classify and catalog books and other materials; 
</li><li>Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; 
</li><li>Recommend library materials for purchase using library selection techniques.</li></ul></div></div></div></div>

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