University Library Specialist Job at Winston-Salem State University in Winston-S

Special Instructions

Please Note: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency and T&E requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.

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If you have general questions about the application process, you may contact Human Resources at OHR@wssu.edu. Individuals with disabilities requiring disability-related accommodation in the application and interview process, please call 336-750-2834.

Position Overview

This position will manage the production lab, offer instructional sessions on media hardware and software; assist patrons with using software and hardware as they produce media assignments; maintain the equipment and software required to offer a first-quality media production lab; create marketing packages for library services; transform marketing slides into the correct format to upload images and videos onto the library LCD panels; assist as needed with setting up other equipment for library instruction or meetings.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide assistance to students and faculty who are creating media assignments in the production lab.
• Develop and offer media literacy instruction to classes across the curriculum; increase the number of instruction sessions offered.
• Supervise and work with mass communication interns who are completing their assignment in the library; help them have a quality learning experience.
• Develop library marketing packages that inform the community about the services and programs offered; help staff increase the awareness of services provided and collections that are available.
• Manage the library production lab; request replacement equipment and software needed to maintain a viable service.
• Maintain and provide reports on the services provided; work with staff and students to increase service demands.
• Help staff members develop and maintain a visual marketing system which informs the staff of service hours and services.
• Assist as needed with setting up computer equipment.

Position Information

Position Number: 401235

Working Position Title: University Library Specialist

Building and Room No.: O’Kelly Library, 2nd Floor West Production Lab

Work Hours: 8:00 am-5:00 pm

Hours per week: 40

Months per year: 12

Appointment Type: Permanent Full-Time

FTE: 1

Requirements and Preferences

Graduation from a four-year college or university and one year of experience in a library or archives and/or records management; or high school and five years of experience in a library or archives and/or records management; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Have sufficient knowledge of media production hardware and software to assist others and to maintain a viable media production center; demonstrate current knowledge of video production including supporting computer hardware and software; have sufficient knowledge of software and hardware to maintain an in-house LCD marketing system; be well versed in video production so quality products about library services can be produced; have current knowledge of marketing techniques and supporting technologies; have the capability to stay current with the latest advances in media production and public relations.

Physical Requirements

None

Salary

$34,133.00 - $51,000

Open Date

02/06/2025

Close Date

02/13/2025