Texas A&M University is hiring: Library Specialist II in College Station

Job Title

Library Specialist II

Agency

Texas A&M University

Department

Libraries

Proposed Minimum Salary

$17.25 hourly

Job Location

College Station, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.

Who We Are

The Libraries are the indispensable hub of discovery, learning, and creativity. Learn more about our various libraries at https://library.tamu.edu.

What We Want

The Library Specialist II will be responsible for shelving, straightening, shifting, and shelf-reading the special collection groups located in both the Evans and Annex Libraries. Additional responsibilities include assisting with the supervision of student employees.

What You Need to Know

• Salary: $17.25 per hour

• Schedule: Must be able to work Monday - Friday, 8 am to 5 pm with a one-hour lunch.

Required Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Three years of related library experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• General knowledge of library services and functions

• Knowledge of email, word processing, spreadsheet applications and library online research database searches and/or processing

• Good interpersonal skills

• Reliable attendance

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• One year as TAMU experience as a Library Specialist I

• Previous shelving or stacking experience

• Knowledge of Microsoft 365 and Google Docs

• Knowledge of Library of Congress and SuDocs Call Numbers

Responsibilities:

• Special Collection Maintenance: Shelves, straightens, shifts and shelf-reads the special collection groups in the Evans and Annex Libraries.

• Shelving Unit Support: Shelves materials in the main Library’s collection, especially during peak load periods.

• Administrative Support: Compiles unit statistics and assists the Library Manager in day-to-day supervision of student employees.

Why Texas A&M University?

We are a prestigious university with strong traditions and a community of caring and collaboration. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living.

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, life and AD&D, flexible spending accounts, and long-term disability insurance.

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: Access to free LinkedIn Learning training and limited financial support to attend conferences.

• Educational release time and tuition assistance for completing a degree.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.