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Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

Lead Library Specialist

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Troy, New York, United States,


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https://careers.rpi.edu/en-us/job/494474

Job Summary:The

Lead Library Specialist , overseeing Access Services, is responsible for executing and managing advanced library tasks at the paraprofessional level. This role requires a comprehensive understanding of library-wide operations and specialized expertise in Access Services (including circulation, stacks maintenance, student employee supervision, scheduling desk coverage, and overseeing the physical spaces). The Lead Library Specialist oversees junior staff and manages budgeting and performance within their sub-unit.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Library Sciences or related field

4 or more years directly related experience in a library setting

Experience must include one year of supervisory experience, experience as a lead worker, or leading projects

One year project planning, project management and/or supervisory experience or experience as a lead worker

Relevant combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to create a welcoming environment that is inclusive of constituents from diverse backgrounds

Ability to interact effectively with faculty, staff and students as well as external clients

Ability to learn new software

Demonstrated accuracy and attention to detail

Good verbal and written communication skills

Ability to perform basic financial functions

Ability to supervise student workers

Shift:

Business hours, Monday - Friday

Travel:

No travel required

Driving:

No driving required

Expected hiring range:

$65,000 - $70,000 + full benefits

Pay transparency disclosure:

The selected candidate’s salary will be determined based on factors that include the available budget, internal equity, and the final candidate’s qualifications, experience, education and other job-related credentials. This hiring range is provided as Rensselaer’s good faith estimate of the expected hiring range at the time of posting and cannot be exceeded.

Benefits Summary:

Premium/low-cost medical, dental, vision insurance (immediate eligibility, FSA available)

Employer paid life insurance, STD, LTD, AD&D, travel insurance

1% employee contribution to 8% employer contribution to 403(b)

Supplemental Retirement

90% Tuition Assistance (staff/spouse/children eligible, see policy)

16 Paid Holidays + Generous PTO

Employee Assistance Program

Fitness Center access

Automobile purchasing discounts (GM, Mercedes Benz, and more)

Plus, much more!

Application instructions: Apply Now! -

https://careers.rpi.edu/en-us/job/494474

**For full consideration, apply by September 9th, 2024**

Follow the on-screen prompts to create a brief online profile. Please be ready to upload your resume and cover letter.

If you need assistance with the online application process, please contact

careers@rpi.edu.

Total Compensation and Benefits Information:

Rensselaer’s Total Compensation Program is designed to provide stable pay growth, a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, and a comprehensive and affordable retiree medical and prescription plan. Rensselaer is recognized locally and nationally for the depth and breadth of its compensation and benefits program. Our goal is to provide you and your family with a comprehensive health and welfare program as an umbrella of financial security and protection during your employment. For more information, please visit

Benefits | Human Resources (rpi.edu) .

We welcome candidates who will bring diverse cultural, ethnic, national and international perspectives to Rensselaer’s work and campus communities.

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity, Race/Gender/Veterans/Disability Employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible schedule

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Day shift

Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

Troy, NY 12180: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (Required)

Work Location: In person

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