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Type of Position:

Library

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas, Fayetteville

Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation's top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance Arkansas and build a better world through education, research and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, promoting an inclusive and diverse culture and climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery and the spread of new ideas and innovations.

The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation's strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.

As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.

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Department:

MULN | Physics Library

Department's Website:

https://libraries.uark.edu/

Summary of Job Duties:

The Physics Library Supervisor assists the Director of the Physics Library in the overall maintenance and day-to-day public service operations of the library and serves as backup to the Director in their absence. This position is responsible for hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating extra-help staff and preparing departmental schedules and ensuring that adequate coverage is provided. Some on-call time may be required. This position provides reference services to students, faculty, and community patrons and is expected to develop and maintain a working knowledge of all library collections and resources, including physics-related databases, to assist patrons with basic and in-depth information queries. This position may assist with or give small group training or presentations to students or other potential patrons. This position performs circulation and reserve functions, including shelving, filing, and processing library materials; maintains copier and other library-related equipment; conducts supply ordering and problem reporting; and collects and reports library and material use statistics regularly. The Physics Library Supervisor will report to the Director of the Physics Library.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• The formal education equivalent of an associate's degree in office administration, business management, business administration




• Three years of experience in library services, including one year in a supervisory or leadership capacity

Applicable equivalencies may be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Relevant library experience




• Experience with computers, including word processing and spreadsheets




• Experience working with library databases and other bibliographic tools




• At least two years of supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills




• Demonstrated attention to detail




• Strong commitment to public service




• Strong interpersonal skills




• Proven ability to interact with patrons in a positive and proactive manner

Salary Information:

$31,791

Required Documents to Apply:

List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Optional Documents:

Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Proof of Veteran Status

Recruitment Contact Information:

Kathy Riggle, HR Partner, kriggle@uark.edu

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Additional Information:

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry

The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture and climate that embeds inclusion, diversity, equity, and access. For more information on diversity and inclusion on campus, please visit: Division of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The university welcomes applications without regard to race/color, sex, gender, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment. All applicant information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Talking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Grasping, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Reaching, Repetitive Motion

Occasional Physical Activity:

Climbing, Pulling, Pushing, Stooping

Benefits Eligible:

Yes Apply Now