Circulation and User Services Library Associate

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:  

• Bachelor’s degree or an equivalent combination or education and related work experience.
• Exceptional communication and public relations skills that demonstrate a proactive approach to service (demonstrated ability to anticipate needs and take initiative)
• Proficient experience with effective use of technology; hardware (PCs, printers, scanners, etc.) and software (Microsoft Office Suite, common web browsers, etc.). Ability to learn new technology as required for the position (Ex Libris Alma, WordPress, SpringShare, etc.)

Desired Qualifications: 

• Knowledge of University and Libraries policies and procedures
• Ability to efficiently learn and perform technical and complex tasks with accuracy and attention to detail
• Familiarity with video, audio, and microform formats and equipment
• Demonstrated experience as a proactive and creative problem solver
• Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with others and in groups and/or team settings
• Ability to organize and prioritize work effectively

Application details:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter that addresses how you meet the qualifications of the position. To ensure strongest consideration, applicants are encouraged to review all required qualifications and state directly how they meet each of them. 

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 14 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. 

Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification.  Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. 

The hiring salary range for the Library Associate position will be $42,000-$48,000 based on experience.

For additional questions, please contact Andrea Rost at andrea-rost@uiowa.edu. 

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