What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant, Interlibrary Loan position at Graceland University?
The Frederick M. Smith Library at Graceland University in Lamoni, IA is seeking a Interlibrary Loan Library Assistant. This appointment is a full-time, 12 month position. The Interlibrary Loan Library Assistant will oversee the ILL process and support of the library’s physical and digital resources under the direct supervision of the Library Director. A Bachelor’s degree is required, and some library experience is preferred. Apply today for this opportunity.
Job Responsibilities include:
Acquisitions : Assist the Library Director in selecting library resources and managing contracts with vendors (those who provide access to our databases) for library goods and services
Cataloging : Catalogs new library materials using Koha
Technical Processing : Trains student workers in the technical processing of library resources and materials
Serials Management : Orders, maintains, and organizes serials in physical, digital, and microfilm formats. Oversees the processing of all serials
Information Services : Provides support to students and faculty in accessing all databases, digital repositories, and library websites. Ensures timely access to all digital resources via OpenAthens.
Interlibrary Loan : Manages the interlibrary loan operations of Graceland University Libraries through OCLC
Library Subject Guides: Helps create and maintain all library subject guides. These subject guides allow easy access of library materials to our students.
Vendor Relations : Works with the Director of University Libraries to discuss products and purchasing of resources with vendors.
Nursing Reference : Serves as a contact for all nursing students and faculty regarding research questions and help.
Reporting : Provides up-to-date and on-demand statistics regarding physical resource processing and digital resource use and access
Library Instruction : Provides training for students and community users on using the library catalog, electronic databases, and other platforms as needed
Government Documents : Maintains the digital government document repository on the library webpage and will begin the process of weeding the physical government document collection
Please submit a resume, two reference letters and a cover letter detailing relevant coursework and experience by clicking Apply. Review of applicants will begin immediately. This position will remain open until filled.