Library Specialist - Grainger Engineering Library Information Center (GELIC)

UIUC

Urbana, IL, United States
Base: $46,858.50; bonus/equity: not specified; ben...
On-site
Overnight shift availability midnight to 8am
Library operations and policy knowledge
Customer service and public interaction skills
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Library Specialist for the Grainger Engineering Library Information Center, responsible for overnight operations, supervising student workers, and providing critical patron support. The position requires a high school diploma and two years of library-related experience, with a focus on customer service and library policies

Job Summary

  • The incumbent provides critical overnight paraprofessional support for the Grainger Engineering Library, working Monday through Friday from midnight to 8:00 a.m.
  • This role involves supervising building operations, assisting patrons, and serving as the primary contact for safety and facility issues during assigned shifts.
  • The position offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and tuition waivers.

Matching Summary

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The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign is seeking a Library Specialist for the Grainger Engineering Library Information Center, responsible for overnight operations, supervising student workers, and providing critical patron support. The position requires a high school diploma and two years of library-related experience, with a focus on customer service and library policies.

Salary

Base: $46,858.50; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, Tuition Waivers

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • overnight shift availability midnight to 8am
  • library operations and policy knowledge
  • customer service and public interaction skills
  • supervision of student workers
  • facility and security monitoring

Nice-to-have

  • experience with bibliographic database maintenance
  • familiarity with course reserves processing
  • ability to work independently during shifts
  • knowledge of electronic resources access

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Two years of library work experience or equivalent education credits
  • Not eligible for work authorization sponsorship

Work Rights

Not specified

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