STA00398PO24

Library and Museum

Library Services

Library Assistant

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/titles/133482

A2 - Administrative/Operational Support

Interlibrary Loan Specialist

Upstate

Spartanburg

USC Upstate College/Division Level

UPS Library

4

$34,532

$34,532 - $37,743; Salary commensurate with education and experience.

USC Upstate Spartanburg, SC

Full Time

37.5

Monday – Friday; 8:30am – 5pm; Some evenings and weekends as needed are required.

12 months

Other

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

Interlibrary Loan Specialist
University of South Carolina Upstate
STA00398PO24
Spartanburg, SC
The Interlibrary Loan Specialist coordinates worldwide borrowing, lending, and digital document delivery. Provides Library circulation services. Provides ready reference services in absence of professional staff. Following established guidelines, uses initiative and work experience to maintain workflow. When called upon to do so, maintains safety and security of the library.

High school diploma and 1 year of library experience. Successful background check is required.

High school diploma and 2 years library experience

Public service and computer skills and aptitude. Ability to assist students and faculty. A thorough understanding of library procedure and organization is essential. Able to communicate clearly orally as well as in writing. Able to perform detailed, often repetitive work, and to reason clearly.

Evaluates and processes ILL borrowing requests from Upstate patrons and directs digital and physical delivery of requested materials. Evaluates and processes ILL lending requests, handles digitization and transmission of electronically requested items, handles packaging and delivery of physical materials, and answers questions from borrowing libraries regarding lent items. Regularly communicates with colleagues from other libraries.

Yes

35

Provides circulation services including charging and discharging books and reserve materials using the Shared Library Services Platform; maintains patron records; collects and receipts money; opens and closes the library as required. When responsible for the library, coordinates security with Public Safety Department.

Yes

35

Shares in processing materials as needed, problem resolution, searching for missing items, assisting patrons with directional questions.

Yes

10

Assists with print and electronic library reserves.

Yes

5

Shares in stack maintenance services including shelving, shifting, and shelf reading.

Yes

5

Assists patrons with technology problems, troubleshoots problems with online account access, reports printing problems. Maintains toner and paper supplies to printers.

Yes

5

Assists patron with the online catalog and reference collection.

Yes

5

No

Non-Essential

1

07/15/2024

05/20/2024

Yes