Logo
Samford University

Samford University is hiring: Technical Services Law Library Assistant in Birmin

Samford University, Birmingham, AL, United States


Location : Main Campus - Homewood, AL

Job Type: Staff Full Time

Job Number: FY2500349

Division: Academic Affairs for Staff

Department: STA-School of Law Library

Opening Date: 11/19/2024

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Welcome to Samford University's application process powered by NeoEd!

You can submit an online application by clicking on the job title you are interested in and clicking on the "Apply" link! After viewing the Posting, click the 'Apply' tab. If this is the first time you are applying using our new online job application, you will need to create an account and select a Username and Password. After your account has been established, you can upload a saved document on your computer containing your information, or manually enter your personal information. This application will be saved and used to apply for future job openings.

Online applications are stored on a secure site. Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to job qualification information. Demographic information is maintained only for statistical reporting and is not associated with individual applications.

It is important that you review any prepopulated information as applications must show all the relevant education and experience you possess. Incomplete applications may not be accepted.
Description

Under the supervision of the Head of Technical Services Librarian and/or the Library Director, the Technical Services Law Library Assistant is responsible for receiving, processing, maintaining, and updating the bibliographic records for serial publications in all formats in the online library system. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal, computer, clerical, and organizational skills.
Job Duties

Catalog Management
  • Add new bibliographic, holdings, and item records to Sierra, our library system.
  • Assign Library of Congress subject headings and call numbers using Library of Congress Classification, Library of Congress Classification and Shelf listing Manual, and local schemes.
  • Tackle complex issues stemming from obsolete or incorrect information in bibliographic and holdings records.
  • Stay current with cataloging guidelines, and industry trends, incorporating new guidelines and discussing changes with colleagues when appropriate.
Authority Control
  • Verify name, series, and subject headings against the authority file.
  • Independently prepare and revise name and series authority records submitted to the Program for Cooperative Cataloging.
Metadata Projects
  • Participate in special metadata projects, including cataloging hidden collections, re-cataloging library holdings, and ensuring the accuracy of library holdings in external databases.
Documentation
  • Create and maintain documentation as needed to support cataloging and metadata processes.
Training
  • Provide training as required to colleagues and new staff members.
Collaboration
  • Assist other staff and colleagues with serials-related questions as needed.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent and minimum four (4) years of related work experience OR an Associate's degree and minimum two (2) years of related work experience.
  • Strong interpersonal, computer, clerical, and organizational skills.
A bachelor's degree or higher will be considered in lieu of the experience requirement.
Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher.
  • Knowledge of Sierra Library Management Systems or a similar system.


We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more details, visit our

01

Do you have either a high school diploma or equivalent and at least four (4) years of related work experience OR an Associate's degree and at least two (2) years of related work experience?
  • Yes
  • No


Required Question