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The University of Mississippi

Technical Services Librarian

The University of Mississippi, Santa Cruz, California, us, 95061


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connectu.olemiss.eduDefinition of Class

This position manages the technical services division within the Law School Library. The incumbent supervises acquisition, receipt, claiming, processing, binding, cataloging and preservation functions and oversees the government documents depository.Examples of Work Performed

Supervises library acquisitions of books, serials and other materials, including planning for, setting up, and modifying the acquisitions and ordering parts of Innovative; writing, and revising policies; monitoring performance of duties and performing duties as needed.Coordinates the receipt, check-in, claiming, duplicate exchange and routing of serials, including planning for, setting up and modifying the serials parts of Innovative; writing and revising policies; monitoring performance of duties and performing duties as needed.Manages bindery operations, including writing and revising bindery policies and procedures; teaching procedures to subordinate staff; monitoring performance of duties, and performing duties in the absence of the serials clerk.Oversees distribution of mail, including writing and revising mail distribution policies and procedures; teaching procedures to subordinate staff; monitoring procedures to ensure adherence to policies; and performing duties as needed.Supervises cataloging operations, including writing and revising cataloging policies and procedures; teaching procedures to subordinate staff; monitoring performance of duties and performing duties as needed.Manages the processing and withdrawal of library materials, including writing and revising processing and withdrawal policies and procedures; monitoring performance of duties, and performing duties as needed.Supervises the updating of library continuation, including writing and revising updating and filing policies and procedures; monitoring performance of duties, and performing duties as needed.Oversees functions of government documents, including writing and revising processing and withdrawal policies and procedures; monitoring performance of duties and performing duties as needed.Manages functions of the integrated library automation system including the online catalog, serials, acquisitions, payment and circulation functions.Gathers statistical data for various reports.Assists in negotiating and monitoring contracts and vendor services related to all aspects of technical services including cataloging, acquisitions, serials, binding, and automated systems.Assists in the provision of reference and other assistance to patrons.Performs similar or related duties as assigned or required.Essential Functions

These essential functions include, but are not limited to, the following. Additional essential functions may be identified and included by the hiring Department.Supervises cataloging operations.Installs and maintains software programs and automated systems.Oversees library acquisitions.Manages functions of the integrated library automation system.Minimum Education/Experience

Education:

Master's Degree from an ALA accredited college or university in Library Science, or related field.

Check all associated application documentation thoroughly before clicking on the apply button at the bottom of this description.Experience:

Two (2) years of experience related to the above described duties.Interview Requirements: Any candidate who is called for an interview must notify the Department of Equal Opportunity/Regulatory Compliance in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed prior to the date of the interview.Salary/Wage Information

To learn more about our pay structure and view our salary ranges, click here to visit the Compensation page of our Human Resources website. This link is provided for general pay information. Hourly rate or salary may vary depending on qualifications, experience, and departmental budget.EEO Statement

The University of Mississippi provides equal opportunity in any employment practice, education program, or education activity to all qualified persons. The University complies with all applicable laws regarding equal opportunity and affirmative action and does not unlawfully discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based upon race, color, gender, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information.Background Check Statement

The University of Mississippi is committed to providing a safe campus community. UM conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

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