Library Services Associate II (Part-Time) (College of Medicine-Phoenix)

Posting Number

req20481

Department

COM Phx Campus Administration

Department Website Link

College of Medicine-Phoenix

Location

Greater Phoenix Area

Address

435 E. 5th St., Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA

Position Highlights

The library team at the College of Medicine - Phoenix invites applicants to apply for a rewarding career on a growing health sciences campus. As part of the team, this individual will provide library assistance to students, staff, and faculty of the University of Arizona and Northern Arizona University, as well as community patrons. Library Services Associates are the library’s front-line customer service personnel and staff the front desk during all public service hours.

Note: This position will have a non-traditional work schedule which may include evenings and weekends.

The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix anchors the 28-acre Phoenix Bioscience Core in the heart of the Valley of the Sun. The College inspires and trains individuals to become exemplary physicians, scientists and leaders who are life-long learners and inquisitive scholars. The Phoenix Biomedical Campus embodies the University’s priorities of engagement, partnership, innovation, and synergy in its world-class academic and research initiatives, with clinical facilities throughout Greater Phoenix.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Assists library patrons in locating materials and using catalogs, databases and indexes.
• Answers questions that require basic library science knowledge and consultation.
• Assists in maintaining collections, databases, circulation records, inventories and/or archives.
• Assists librarians with displays, LibGuides, handouts, and other educational materials.
• Assists librarians with instruction or representation of the library at campus events.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic library operations including circulation of materials and research assistance.
• Familiarity with common productivity tools such as MicroSoft Office and Google Drive.
• Ability to manage time and balance priorities when working with minimal supervision.
• Resourcefulness in solving problems and meeting customer needs.
• Ability to enforce library policies regarding food, noise, and behavior.
• Proficiency completing special projects such as shelf reading as assigned by librarians.
• Familiarity with maintaining inventories of library supplies and materials.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience providing front-line customer service to library users in person and via phone and email.

• Experience opening and closing library following established procedures.

FLSA

Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Part Time

Number of Hours Worked per Week

20

Job FTE

0.50

Work Calendar

Fiscal

Job Category

Libraries

Benefits Eligible

Yes - Full Benefits

Rate of Pay

$16.50 - $20.63

Compensation Type

hourly rate

Grade

3

Compensation Guidance

The Rate of Pay Field represents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

The Grade Range Minimum, Midpoint, and Maximum Fields listed below represent a full range of career compensation growth over time in this position and grade. Each unit typically sets starting pay between minimum and midpoint upon hire. The university offers compensation growth opportunities within its career architecture. To learn more about compensation, please review our Applicant Compensation Guide and our Total Rewards Calculator.

Grade Range Minimum

$16.5

Grade Range Midpoint

$20.63

Grade Range Maximum

$24.75

Career Stream and Level

OC2

Job Family

Library Services

Job Function

Libraries

Type of criminal background check required:

Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)

Number of Vacancies

1

Target Hire Date

Expected End Date

Contact Information for Candidates

College of Medicine-Phoenix, Office of Human Resources

[email protected]

Open Date

8/30/2024

Open Until Filled

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply

Resume and Cover Letter

Special Instructions to Applicant

Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.

Letter of Interest: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).

Diversity Statement

At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

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In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University’s campuses. These reports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at [email protected].