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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 combinations 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

Driving

No Driving

Starting Salary/Rate

Expected hiring range: $65,000 - $70,000

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.

Application instructions

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.

Apply by date

For full consideration, please apply by September 9th, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. 

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.