Library Specialist 1

 

Salary Range:

$23,816 - $42,869 

Grade: AS607 

Reports to 

Dean/Director of Library 

Job Description 

Summary/objective 

The mission of the Leonard S. Washington Memorial Library is to preserve, house, service and continually enhance a collection of materials and offer access to electronic resources for the curricular, research, reference, recreational, and distance learning needs and interests of students, faculty, and staff of Southern University at New Orleans, of the local and wider communities. In fulfilling its mission, the Library Specialist 2 (Specialist) assists in the preservation, management, and public access of information and resources. The incumbent is assigned to the Technical Services department of the Library. 

*This position is funded at 100% by the Title III-B, Strengthening Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) federal grant. As such, the Assistant Director assists the AVC/Director of University College with implementing the objectives established in the Title III Program for this federally-funded activity. 

FUNCTION OF WORK: 

To assist in the preservation, management, and public access of information resources. 

LEVEL OF WORK: 

Entry. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: 

Library Specialists typically report to a Library Specialist Supervisor. 

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: 

None. 

LOCATION OF WORK: 

Southern University at New Orleans. 

JOB DISTINCTIONS: 

Differs from general clerical jobs by the presence of library paraprofessional duties. 

Differs from the Library Specialist 2 by the absence of experienced level duties. 

EXAMPLES OF WORK: 

EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED. 

1. Performs basic information verification tasks, using a variety of sources such as databases, indexes, catalogs, etc. 
2. Performs exact-copy cataloging procedures to generate cataloging records. 
3. Assists in processing order requests for library materials. 
4. Searches library catalog for duplication of holdings and standard print/online sources for availability. 
5. May prepare purchase orders. 
6. Updates essential departmental records such as serials check-in, bindery, documents shelflist, circulation, etc. 
7. Provides general library information and directional assistance to patrons. Instructs patrons in the use of library systems and equipment. 
8. Assists in the physical arrangement of materials such as shelving, shelf reading, and checking for accuracy of shelved materials. 
9. May initiate claims for materials not received. 
10. Copies bibliographic records from an external database to a local system. 
11. Performs routine catalog maintenance tasks such as correcting errors, processing transfers/withdrawals, updating holdings, and processing added copies/volumes. 
12. Inputs invoice data into automated acquisitions system. 
13. Collects and compiles data to be used in statistical reports. 
14. Monitors the physical processing of new materials. 
15. May assist in the routine maintenance of audio-visual equipment, microform reader/printers, photocopiers, etc. 
16. All other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

One year of experience in which clerical work was a major duty. SUBSTITUTIONS: 

Training in a business or clerical-related curriculum in a business school or technical institute will substitute for the required experience on the basis of six months of training for six months of experience. 

Completion of a business or clerical-related curriculum in a business school or technical institute will substitute for the one year of required experience. 

College training will substitute for the required experience on the basis of 15 semester hours for six months of experience. 

A baccalaureate degree will substitute for all of the required experience. NOTE: 

Business or technical school training with less than completion will only be credited in six-month increments. Similarly, college training will only be credited in 15 semester hour increments. 

NOTE: 

Any college hours or degree must be from an accredited college or university. 

To apply for this posting, please visit the State of Louisiana’s Job Board at https://jobs.la.gov at search for Job Number 190602. 

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Southern University of New Orleans (SUNO) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

 

Non-Discrimination Statement 

In compliance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and other federal, state, and local laws, Southern University at New Orleans (SUNO) forbids discriminating or harassing conduct that is based on an individual's race, color, religion, sex, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, veteran or military status, membership in Uniformed Services, and all other categories protected by applicable state and federal laws. 

 

This commitment applies but is not limited to decisions made with respect to hiring and promotion, the administration of educational programs and policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic or other College-administered programs. Discriminatory acts of any kind are strictly forbidden. 

 

American with Disabilities Act (ADA) Statement 

Southern University of New Orleans (SUNO) complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Office of Human Resources.