Library Specialist Iii

Texas A&M University

College Station, Texas, USA
Base: $19.84 hourly; bonus/equity: not specified; ...
Acquisition of books and databases
Copy cataloging electronic resources
Troubleshooting access issues
The Library Specialist III plays a key role in ensuring seamless user access to the Medical Sciences Library’s resources through acquisition, cataloging, and collection maintenance responsibilities

Job Summary

  • The Library Specialist III plays a key role in ensuring seamless user access to the Medical Sciences Library’s resources through acquisition, cataloging, and collection maintenance responsibilities.
  • This position follows established cataloging workflows and uses related systems to perform high-quality copy cataloging to prepare records for reliable discovery of primarily electronic books and databases.
  • Texas A&M University offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision insurance, paid holidays, sick leave, vacation, and retirement plan.

Matching Summary

The Library Specialist III plays a key role in ensuring seamless user access to the Medical Sciences Library’s resources through acquisition, cataloging, and collection maintenance responsibilities.

Salary

Base: $19.84 hourly; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plan, paid holidays, sick leave, vacation

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Acquisition of books and databases
  • Copy cataloging electronic resources
  • Troubleshooting access issues
  • Collection maintenance activities
  • Maintaining bibliographic records

Nice-to-have

  • Knowledge of health sciences literature
  • Collaborating with library colleagues
  • Adaptability in a changing environment
  • Critical thinking and decision-making

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Five years of library experience
  • Experience with electronic resource acquisition
  • Ability to interpret cataloging rules

Work Rights

Not specified

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