Due
to a retirement, our health sciences library has an exciting
opportunity for a full time Interlibrary Loan Librarian to join our
team. The Interlibrary (ILL) Librarian is responsible for coordinating
the University of Connecticut Health Sciences Library (ILL) services.
The ILL Librarian manages workflows for both borrowing and lending
requests for UConn Health patrons, utilizing resource sharing systems
and cooperative efforts with other libraries. The ILL Librarian develops
policies, procedures and workflows for the Interlibrary Loan
department, including copyright compliance and routine statistical
reporting as as well as assessing existing operations in order to meet
the University's research, teaching and learning needs.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of an employee of higher grade.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May lead/supervise lower ranking library staff members as assigned.
COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS OFFERED: Industry-leading health insurance
options and affordability. Generous vacation and sick-time plans.
Multi-channel retirement options (pension and match options). Tuition
waiver and reimbursement for employees and qualified family members.
Quick commute access from I-84, Rte 9 and surrounding areas. State of
the art facility and campus environments. Progressive leadership and
educational development programs available.
Schedule: 40 hrs per wk, Variable hours
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: Manage interlibrary lending and borrowing,
including copyright compliance and routine statistical reporting.
Provide effective and timely supervision of interlibrary loan assistant,
including training, career development and performance management.
Develop policies, procedures and workflow to achieve greater
efficiencies in operations. Conduct periodic assessment policies and
services. Maintain and report statistics related to assigned library
functions. Reconcile ILL billing of filled requests using OCLCIFM and
Docile EFTS billing systems. All operations aspects of lending and
borrowing of ILL materials. Remain update on changing needs and emerging
trends related to interlibrary loan. Performs related duties as
required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILL AND ABILITY: Thorough knowledge of interlibrary loan borrowing and
lending policies and procedures. Thorough knowledge of online databases
and systems and the ability to conduct complex searches. Ability to
provide excellent customer service communicating with patrons,
colleagues and supervisors in clear, concise, friendly and helpful
manner. Demonstrated problem solving and research skills, including the
investigation of complex problems requiring the analysis and
interpretation of information. Knowledge of copyright law as it applies
to ILL. In depth knowledge of library operations, materials, services,
policies and procedures. Ability to work in a team based environment and
to actively participate in team based decision making. Some supervisory
skills.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:
General Experience:
A Master's Degree in Library Science from a school accredited by the
American Library Association. Some familiarity with on-line databases
and bibliographic utilities.
Substitutions Allowed: Six (6) years' professional library work, including acquisition, cataloging, circulation, interlibrary loans, and reference.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION: Minimum of two years of professional related experience.
Full Time Equivalent Minimum Salary: $66,144.00
UConn Health is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EEO and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer.
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