What are the responsibilities and job description for the Temporary Interlibrary Loan Technician position at University of Colorado Boulder?
Summary
Job Summary
The temporary Interlibrary Loan Technician will be trained to assist with the processing of daily Interlibrary Loan (ILL) and Document Delivery processing for the University of Colorado Boulder Libraries. In addition, the technician collaborates with other Resource Sharing Section members to support various resource sharing activities as required. This position reports to the Resource Sharing Section Head.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
Mission
We are a knowledge catalyst. We spark inquiry, discovery, collaboration, creation and the dissemination of knowledge. We welcome everyone, wherever they are on their educational journey.
Vision
An information-empowered world.
Values
Include
This means that we foster a culture that compassionately and authentically embodies our values in all aspects of our work.
Responsibilities
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Processes Article Requests for ILL Lending, Borrowing and Document Delivery
This is a full-time, temporary position that we anticipate will last 6 months.
What We Can Offer
The hourly rate for this temporary position is $19.29.
Benefits
Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave .
Be Statements
Be collaborative. Be resourceful. Be Boulder.
What We Require
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may substitute.
What You Will Need
To Apply, Please Submit The Following Materials
Please apply by November 6, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs .
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Job Summary
The temporary Interlibrary Loan Technician will be trained to assist with the processing of daily Interlibrary Loan (ILL) and Document Delivery processing for the University of Colorado Boulder Libraries. In addition, the technician collaborates with other Resource Sharing Section members to support various resource sharing activities as required. This position reports to the Resource Sharing Section Head.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Who We Are
Mission
We are a knowledge catalyst. We spark inquiry, discovery, collaboration, creation and the dissemination of knowledge. We welcome everyone, wherever they are on their educational journey.
Vision
An information-empowered world.
Values
Include
- Empower
- Connect
- Learn
- Inspire
This means that we foster a culture that compassionately and authentically embodies our values in all aspects of our work.
Responsibilities
What Your Key Responsibilities Will Be
Processes Article Requests for ILL Lending, Borrowing and Document Delivery
- Processes and fulfills article and chapter requests for ILL Lending, Borrowing and Document Delivery in a timely manner with attention to detail and accuracy. This includes monitoring incoming requests, and conducting searches in the local catalog and other discovery tools and verifying articles for accuracy. This position ensures requests are processed efficiently and accurately.
- Scans chapters and articles using an overhead scanner and a microform scanner and associated software. Prepares materials for loan and processes returns. Performs searching and retrieving of physical items from locations in Norlin Library, some of the items can be large and heavy, up to 30 lbs. Performs shelf checks to ensure accuracy, and search for missing and lost items.
- Assists with various resource sharing initiatives as needed, supporting the broader goals of the Resource Sharing Section.
This is a full-time, temporary position that we anticipate will last 6 months.
What We Can Offer
The hourly rate for this temporary position is $19.29.
Benefits
Temporary positions at the University of Colorado are not benefits-eligible, however, all positions are eligible for paid sick leave .
Be Statements
Be collaborative. Be resourceful. Be Boulder.
What We Require
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may substitute.
What You Will Need
- Ability to communicate courteously and effectively, verbally and in writing, with internal and external collaborators.
- Respectful and collaborative approach to working with colleagues and external partners.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities.
- Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
- Experience in interlibrary loan or resource-sharing services.
- Familiarity with ILLiad or other interlibrary loan management systems
- Experience using scanning equipment and associated software, including overhead and microform scanners.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, and office productivity software
- Knowledge of MARC records and bibliographic metadata
- Understanding of library classification systems and searching strategies in order to conduct searching of the local catalog and discovery tools
To Apply, Please Submit The Following Materials
- A current resume.
- A cover letter is optional.
Please apply by November 6, 2026 for consideration.
Note: Application materials will not be accepted via email. For consideration, please apply through CU Boulder Jobs .
In compliance with the Colorado Job Application Fairness Act, in any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.