Temporary Reference Librarian (full-time six month appointment)
Salary: $40,008 – $44,736 (Assistant Librarian I - Assistant Librarian III)
(Appointment level and salary based on qualifications and experience)
Open: September 1, 2007
The General Library at the University of California, Davis seeks an energetic and public-spirited individual to serve as a temporary reference librarian in the Humanities & Social Sciences Department, Peter J. Shields Library. The successful candidate must enjoy working with library users and serving as a team member with the Department’s seven librarians in delivering responsive information services to a diverse interdisciplinary university community.
Responsibilities
Reporting to the Head of the Humanities & Social Sciences Department, the successful candidate will provide reference desk assistance with print and electronic resources and off desk reference consultations. Depending on experience and interest, the librarian might participate in the development and delivery of library instruction services or assist other librarians with library instruction sessions. Hours of service may include evenings and weekends.
Required Qualifications
Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution or its equivalent. Experience providing reference services in an academic or large public library. Familiarity with standard print and electronic arts, humanities, and social sciences reference tools and resources. Experience with using online catalogs and searching electronic databases, particularly in a web-based, networked environment. Excellent interpersonal and communications (oral and written) skills and a strong public service commitment are required. Demonstrated ability to work with colleagues, students, faculty and staff in a rapidly changing, complex multicultural organization. Superior oral and written communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Desired Qualifications
Successful experience providing reference and instruction services in an arts, humanities, and social sciences research library environment. Experience creating print and electronic reference and instruction guides or tutorials.
The Environment
The UC Davis General Library (www.lib.ucdavis.edu) ranks among the top research libraries in North America, with current holdings of over 3.2 million volumes, including over 41,000 currently received serials. The General Library is an active partner with the California Digital Library (www.cdlib.org), and is currently engaged in several digital library collections initiatives.
The University of California, Davis campus (www.ucdavis.edu) is a multicultural environment that supports equality and respect for differences based on gender, cultural ethnicity, level of disability and sexual preference and has a strong commitment to create a diverse community of faculty, staff and students. It has an enrollment of 30,000 students, offering a range of academic programs including Colleges of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences, Engineering, and Letters & Science; Schools of Education, Management, Medicine and Veterinary Medicine, and several research institutes such as the Bodega Marine Laboratory.
Davis is a pleasant, environment-oriented community of 65,000 in a college-town setting. Davis is ideally located for many recreational, cultural, and professional activities. It is within easy driving distance of Sacramento, California's capital city, and the Sierra Nevada Mountains/Lake Tahoe area, Berkeley, San Francisco, the Napa Valley wine country, and the Pacific Coastal areas. The University and surrounding communities sponsor a wide range of cultural events.
Benefits
Librarians are academic appointees. They earn 24 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave per annum. The University has an excellent retirement system that is coordinated with Social Security. Several health, dental, and vision plans are currently provided by the University. Group term life insurance and reduced enrollment fees are available.
To Apply
Applicants should send cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references (including current supervisor) to:
Debbie Ojakangas
Library Administration
University of California
100 North West Quad
Davis, CA 95616-5292
Phone: (530) 752-3444
Fax: (530) 752-6899
E-mail: daojakangas@lib.ucdavis.edu
An application cover letter should include a statement indicating how applicant’s credentials and experience meet the posted requirements for this position.
Candidates applying by August 10, 2007 will receive first consideration and the position is open until filled. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
UC Davis is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer and is dedicated to recruiting a diverse academic community. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans.
Monday, July 30, 2007
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
Specialist Cataloger - UC Davis Job Opportunity (Reopened)
Specialist Cataloger
VL# 7947 External (50% Fixed) (Reopened)
$2,715.00 - $4,011.00/Mo.
(Salary stated is full time, actual salary is based on hours worked)
Open Until Filled but no later than 08-31-07
This position is located in: Shields Library - Monographs Department and is represented by a union. Working hours: M-F, between 8am and 5pm.
This External position is for UCD/UCDHS employees and the general public. Applications from the general public and UCD/UCDHS employees will be considered simultaneously.
The General Library consists of the Peter J. Shields Library, the Carlson Health Sciences Library and the Physical Sciences & Engineering Library in Davis, and the Medical Center Library in Sacramento. For more information about the General Library see http://www.lib.ucdavis.edu/.
Responsibilities
This position will serve as a Monographs Cataloging Specialist at the Library Assistant III ($2,715-$3,522/mo.) or Library Assistant IV ($3,061-$4,011/mo.) level based upon qualifications. Copy catalog Chinese language monographs in all subject areas, using OCLC exact member contributed copy. Evaluate and revise selected bibliographic records.
At the Library Assistant III level: Verify and update descriptive cataloging following latest updates of Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, LC Rule Interpretations, and local cataloging procedures. Verify classification numbers using LC classification schedules and other classification tools. Verify and updates, as necessary, existing subject headings using Library of Congress Subject Headings, LC’s Subject Cataloging Manual, and other subject heading tools.
At the Library Assistant IV level: Catalog in specialized subject areas and prepare original catalog records for works by and about literary authors and analyzed titles lacking catalog copy for Chinese language monographs. Create full level descriptive records on OCLC, with call number and subject heading precedent from variant OCLC records, or from exact or variant records found in another online catalog, or as assigned in consultation with an original cataloger. Collaborate with other staff to assist in cataloging serials and non-book formats, e.g. microforms, video tapes, electronic resources, etc.
Requirements
Knowledge of Mandarin Chinese language. Skill in reading Chinese characters, both simplified and traditional; ability to transliterate them according to the pinyin Romanization system. Understanding of the relationship between pinyin and Wade-Giles systems preferred. Analytical skills and judgment to interpret information apply guidelines and make referrals, and ability to understand and implement goals, policies and procedures. Excellent decision making and problem solving skills. Demonstrated skill in using a variety of online databases, e.g. MELVYL catalog, or other online catalog, to do bibliographic searching, to use as a classification and subject verification tool, and to interpret data in order to resolve problems. Knowledge of an integrated library system and its catalog module to provide analytical and operational support. Knowledge of PC operation, software usage (wordprocessing, spreadsheets, databases), and digital file processing. Skill in typing and proofreading own work. Familiarity with Japanese and Korean language preferred.
Additional Qualifications at the Library Assistant III Level
Skills to use Anglo-American Cataloging Rules and LC Rule Interpretations. Knowledge of LC Classification Schedules in limited areas to assign classification with or without copy. Knowledge of LC subject headings and current sources of verification of the, i.e., LCSAF, LC Subject Cataloging Manual. Skill in determining the basic subject content of a book in order to evaluate subject headings. Familiarity with OCLC’s Bibliographic Formats and Standards.
Additional Qualifications at the Library Assistant IV Level
Experience using Anglo-American Cataloging Rules and LC Rule Interpretations. Experience using LC Classification Schedules in limited areas to assign classification with or without copy. Experience using LC subject headings and current sources of verification of the, i.e., LCSAF, LC Subject Cataloging Manual. Experience using LCAF authority structure to search, identify, verify, and export authority records and to resolve discrepancies as appropriate. Knowledge of all MARC formats to verify and evaluate online records in OCLC and various online catalogs. Experience using a major bibliographic utility’s computer applications (e.g. OCLC Connexion,/CJK).
Special Conditions of Employment
No smoking in building, no eating or drinking in work area.
Physical Requirements
Position requires lifting materials weighing up to 15 pounds; maneuvering loaded book trucks weighing 300-700 pounds; reaching or bending for materials on shelves from 5" to 85" high.
Application Process
Apply online at http://www.hr.ucdavis.edu/Emp/Careers/Application_Process or apply at UC Davis Human Resources Administration Bldg., Orchard Park, Davis, Ca, 95616. Applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. on the Final Filing Date for consideration (postmarks are not acceptable). Required application materials are available at the UCD Human Resources Administration Building, on the Internet http://www.hr.ucdavis.edu/Emp or UCDMC Personnel Office, TICON III, 2nd Floor, 2730 Stockton Boulevard, Sacramento, Ca. For additional information call (530) 752-7520 UCD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer TDD Line (530) 752-7140.
VL# 7947 External (50% Fixed) (Reopened)
$2,715.00 - $4,011.00/Mo.
(Salary stated is full time, actual salary is based on hours worked)
Open Until Filled but no later than 08-31-07
This position is located in: Shields Library - Monographs Department and is represented by a union. Working hours: M-F, between 8am and 5pm.
This External position is for UCD/UCDHS employees and the general public. Applications from the general public and UCD/UCDHS employees will be considered simultaneously.
The General Library consists of the Peter J. Shields Library, the Carlson Health Sciences Library and the Physical Sciences & Engineering Library in Davis, and the Medical Center Library in Sacramento. For more information about the General Library see http://www.lib.ucdavis.edu/.
Responsibilities
This position will serve as a Monographs Cataloging Specialist at the Library Assistant III ($2,715-$3,522/mo.) or Library Assistant IV ($3,061-$4,011/mo.) level based upon qualifications. Copy catalog Chinese language monographs in all subject areas, using OCLC exact member contributed copy. Evaluate and revise selected bibliographic records.
At the Library Assistant III level: Verify and update descriptive cataloging following latest updates of Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, LC Rule Interpretations, and local cataloging procedures. Verify classification numbers using LC classification schedules and other classification tools. Verify and updates, as necessary, existing subject headings using Library of Congress Subject Headings, LC’s Subject Cataloging Manual, and other subject heading tools.
At the Library Assistant IV level: Catalog in specialized subject areas and prepare original catalog records for works by and about literary authors and analyzed titles lacking catalog copy for Chinese language monographs. Create full level descriptive records on OCLC, with call number and subject heading precedent from variant OCLC records, or from exact or variant records found in another online catalog, or as assigned in consultation with an original cataloger. Collaborate with other staff to assist in cataloging serials and non-book formats, e.g. microforms, video tapes, electronic resources, etc.
Requirements
Knowledge of Mandarin Chinese language. Skill in reading Chinese characters, both simplified and traditional; ability to transliterate them according to the pinyin Romanization system. Understanding of the relationship between pinyin and Wade-Giles systems preferred. Analytical skills and judgment to interpret information apply guidelines and make referrals, and ability to understand and implement goals, policies and procedures. Excellent decision making and problem solving skills. Demonstrated skill in using a variety of online databases, e.g. MELVYL catalog, or other online catalog, to do bibliographic searching, to use as a classification and subject verification tool, and to interpret data in order to resolve problems. Knowledge of an integrated library system and its catalog module to provide analytical and operational support. Knowledge of PC operation, software usage (wordprocessing, spreadsheets, databases), and digital file processing. Skill in typing and proofreading own work. Familiarity with Japanese and Korean language preferred.
Additional Qualifications at the Library Assistant III Level
Skills to use Anglo-American Cataloging Rules and LC Rule Interpretations. Knowledge of LC Classification Schedules in limited areas to assign classification with or without copy. Knowledge of LC subject headings and current sources of verification of the, i.e., LCSAF, LC Subject Cataloging Manual. Skill in determining the basic subject content of a book in order to evaluate subject headings. Familiarity with OCLC’s Bibliographic Formats and Standards.
Additional Qualifications at the Library Assistant IV Level
Experience using Anglo-American Cataloging Rules and LC Rule Interpretations. Experience using LC Classification Schedules in limited areas to assign classification with or without copy. Experience using LC subject headings and current sources of verification of the, i.e., LCSAF, LC Subject Cataloging Manual. Experience using LCAF authority structure to search, identify, verify, and export authority records and to resolve discrepancies as appropriate. Knowledge of all MARC formats to verify and evaluate online records in OCLC and various online catalogs. Experience using a major bibliographic utility’s computer applications (e.g. OCLC Connexion,/CJK).
Special Conditions of Employment
No smoking in building, no eating or drinking in work area.
Physical Requirements
Position requires lifting materials weighing up to 15 pounds; maneuvering loaded book trucks weighing 300-700 pounds; reaching or bending for materials on shelves from 5" to 85" high.
Application Process
Apply online at http://www.hr.ucdavis.edu/Emp/Careers/Application_Process or apply at UC Davis Human Resources Administration Bldg., Orchard Park, Davis, Ca, 95616. Applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. on the Final Filing Date for consideration (postmarks are not acceptable). Required application materials are available at the UCD Human Resources Administration Building, on the Internet http://www.hr.ucdavis.edu/Emp or UCDMC Personnel Office, TICON III, 2nd Floor, 2730 Stockton Boulevard, Sacramento, Ca. For additional information call (530) 752-7520 UCD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer TDD Line (530) 752-7140.
Saturday, July 21, 2007
Night & Weekend Lead Assistant (Re-opened) - UC Davis Job Opportunity
Night & Weekend Lead Assistant (LIBRARY ASST III)
VL# 8413 External (50% Fixed) (Reopened)
$2,715.00 - $3,522.00/Mo.
(Salary stated is full time, actual salary is based on hours worked)
Final Filing Date 08-06-07
This position is located in: Carlson Health Sciences Library and is represented by a union. Working hours: variable.
This External position is for UCD/UCDHS employees and the general public. Applications from the general public and UCD/UCDHS employees will be considered simultaneously.
The General Library consists of the Peter J. Shields Library, the Carlson Health Sciences Library and the Physical Sciences & Engineering Library in Davis, and the Medical Center Library in Sacramento. For more information about the General Library see http://www.lib.ucdavis.edu. The Carlson Health Sciences Library serves faculty, staff and students in the School of Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine and various graduate groups and research activities in the health sciences.
Responsibilities
This position is one of two that functions as the Night and Weekend Lead and is responsible for representing the University Library to all Carlson Health Sciences Library (CHSL) patrons on evenings, weekends and holidays. Interprets and enforces library policies and procedures, providing and overseeing service at the circulation/reserves desk and providing basic reference assistance. Depending upon the shift, this position is responsible for opening and closing the library and overall security of the building (approximately 37,600 sq. ft.) and its collection. The library is open 40 hours per week on evenings and weekends during which one of the two incumbents is in charge of the facility during a period when reference librarians or other library career staff are not scheduled.
Requirements
Demonstrated experience in a library setting with the ability to interpret general library policies, procedures and practices; ability to exercise independent judgment, discretion, and creativity to make appropriate decisions. Skills to navigate online systems, catalogs, and other databases essential to circulation functions: knowledge of and/or experience with automated library systems; understanding of bibliographic and serials records to retrieve online and print records, and to verify citations using online print resources. Interpersonal and communication skills to interact in person and via telecommunication with a wide variety of people, with an emphasis on providing good customer service. Ability to effectively explain complex policies; and ability to remain calm and exercise tact and diplomacy at all times. Ability to exercise good judgment in responding to emergencies and unusual situations, in granting or refusing exceptions to existing policy, in making sound decisions, and in making appropriate referrals. Ability to function effectively as a work leader, to train, direct, evaluate, and motivate staff; to establish priorities, and organize a fluctuating workload for self and others to meet workload requirements. Experience working in a networked operating system. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office suite software, email and the internet. Skills to operate and perform simple maintenance for various types of equipment, including computer terminals, CD-ROM stations, photocopiers, fax machines, etc. Writing skills to compose correspondence, instructions, and desk manuals.
Supplemental Requirements
Supplemental requirements that must be provided by the final filing date: Clerical Supplemental Form Required.
Special Conditions of Employment
Hours to be covered by the position typically include Monday-Thursday 4-10pm, Friday 1-6 pm, Saturday 8:30am-6pm, and Sunday 9:30am-6pm; this schedule is subject to change during intersessions and holidays. Must be available to attend staff meetings during daytime hours and to substitute for other night and weekend staff on short notice. Must be able to occasionally work over 50% time and adjust work schedule to accommodate vacation/sick leave of others. Rotate night, weekend, and holiday hours as necessary. No smoking, eating, or drinking in work area.
Physical Requirements
Read standard and computer print, handwritten requests and CRT screens. Frequent use of office equipment including but not limited to computers, keyboards, laser scanners, image scanners, and photocopiers. Lift books weighing up to ten pounds and pass them across a 39" high counter; push loaded book trucks weighing up to 400 pounds; transport books by elevator; and shelve and retrieve books in stacks from 5" to 84" high in 32" to 34" wide aisles.
Application Process
Apply online at http://www.hr.ucdavis.edu/Emp/Careers/Application_Process or apply at UC Davis Human Resources Administration Bldg., Orchard Park, Davis, Ca, 95616. Applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. on the Final Filing Date for consideration (postmarks are not acceptable). Required application materials are available at the UCD Human Resources Administration Building, on the Internet http://www.hr.ucdavis.edu/Emp or UCDMC Personnel Office, TICON III, 2nd Floor, 2730 Stockton Boulevard, Sacramento, Ca. For additional information call (530) 752-7520 UCD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer TDD Line (530) 752-7140.
VL# 8413 External (50% Fixed) (Reopened)
$2,715.00 - $3,522.00/Mo.
(Salary stated is full time, actual salary is based on hours worked)
Final Filing Date 08-06-07
This position is located in: Carlson Health Sciences Library and is represented by a union. Working hours: variable.
This External position is for UCD/UCDHS employees and the general public. Applications from the general public and UCD/UCDHS employees will be considered simultaneously.
The General Library consists of the Peter J. Shields Library, the Carlson Health Sciences Library and the Physical Sciences & Engineering Library in Davis, and the Medical Center Library in Sacramento. For more information about the General Library see http://www.lib.ucdavis.edu. The Carlson Health Sciences Library serves faculty, staff and students in the School of Medicine, School of Veterinary Medicine and various graduate groups and research activities in the health sciences.
Responsibilities
This position is one of two that functions as the Night and Weekend Lead and is responsible for representing the University Library to all Carlson Health Sciences Library (CHSL) patrons on evenings, weekends and holidays. Interprets and enforces library policies and procedures, providing and overseeing service at the circulation/reserves desk and providing basic reference assistance. Depending upon the shift, this position is responsible for opening and closing the library and overall security of the building (approximately 37,600 sq. ft.) and its collection. The library is open 40 hours per week on evenings and weekends during which one of the two incumbents is in charge of the facility during a period when reference librarians or other library career staff are not scheduled.
Requirements
Demonstrated experience in a library setting with the ability to interpret general library policies, procedures and practices; ability to exercise independent judgment, discretion, and creativity to make appropriate decisions. Skills to navigate online systems, catalogs, and other databases essential to circulation functions: knowledge of and/or experience with automated library systems; understanding of bibliographic and serials records to retrieve online and print records, and to verify citations using online print resources. Interpersonal and communication skills to interact in person and via telecommunication with a wide variety of people, with an emphasis on providing good customer service. Ability to effectively explain complex policies; and ability to remain calm and exercise tact and diplomacy at all times. Ability to exercise good judgment in responding to emergencies and unusual situations, in granting or refusing exceptions to existing policy, in making sound decisions, and in making appropriate referrals. Ability to function effectively as a work leader, to train, direct, evaluate, and motivate staff; to establish priorities, and organize a fluctuating workload for self and others to meet workload requirements. Experience working in a networked operating system. Skill in the use of Microsoft Office suite software, email and the internet. Skills to operate and perform simple maintenance for various types of equipment, including computer terminals, CD-ROM stations, photocopiers, fax machines, etc. Writing skills to compose correspondence, instructions, and desk manuals.
Supplemental Requirements
Supplemental requirements that must be provided by the final filing date: Clerical Supplemental Form Required.
Special Conditions of Employment
Hours to be covered by the position typically include Monday-Thursday 4-10pm, Friday 1-6 pm, Saturday 8:30am-6pm, and Sunday 9:30am-6pm; this schedule is subject to change during intersessions and holidays. Must be available to attend staff meetings during daytime hours and to substitute for other night and weekend staff on short notice. Must be able to occasionally work over 50% time and adjust work schedule to accommodate vacation/sick leave of others. Rotate night, weekend, and holiday hours as necessary. No smoking, eating, or drinking in work area.
Physical Requirements
Read standard and computer print, handwritten requests and CRT screens. Frequent use of office equipment including but not limited to computers, keyboards, laser scanners, image scanners, and photocopiers. Lift books weighing up to ten pounds and pass them across a 39" high counter; push loaded book trucks weighing up to 400 pounds; transport books by elevator; and shelve and retrieve books in stacks from 5" to 84" high in 32" to 34" wide aisles.
Application Process
Apply online at http://www.hr.ucdavis.edu/Emp/Careers/Application_Process or apply at UC Davis Human Resources Administration Bldg., Orchard Park, Davis, Ca, 95616. Applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. on the Final Filing Date for consideration (postmarks are not acceptable). Required application materials are available at the UCD Human Resources Administration Building, on the Internet http://www.hr.ucdavis.edu/Emp or UCDMC Personnel Office, TICON III, 2nd Floor, 2730 Stockton Boulevard, Sacramento, Ca. For additional information call (530) 752-7520 UCD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer TDD Line (530) 752-7140.
Tuesday, July 10, 2007
Borrowing and Reserves Assistant - UC Davis Job Opportunity
Borrowing and Reserves Assistant (LIBRARY ASST III)
VL# 8473 External
$2,715.00 - $3,522.00/Mo.
Final Filing Date 07-18-07
This position is located in: Carlson Health Sciences Library and is represented by a union.
Working hours: M-F between 7:30am and 5:00pm.
This External position is for UCD/UCDHS employees and the general public. Applications from the general public and UCD/UCDHS employees will be considered simultaneously.
The General Library consists of the Peter J. Shields Library, the Carlson Health Sciences Library and the Physical Sciences & Engineering Library in Davis, and the Medical Center Library in Sacramento. For more information about the General Library see http://www.lib.ucdavis.edu/.
Responsibilities
Support the instructional and research needs of UC Davis faculty, staff, and students by procuring materials not readily available in the Carlson Health Sciences Library’s (CHSL) collection through interlibrary loan and document delivery services, utilizing timely, cost-effective and efficient means and procedures to submit requests to potential lenders while ensuring compliance with the National ILL Code,UC ILL Code, contractual agreements and copyright guidelines. Support Library Circulation and Reserves Services by attending the public service desk, granting borrowing privileges, maintaining the patron database and maintaining and providing access to the reserves collection. Serve as unit liaison with faculty and academic support staff in the areas of reserves and copyright compliance. Perform or oversee all aspects of reserves processing.
Requirements
Experience working in a library public service setting. Knowledge of interlibrary loan, document delivery and circulation practices, codes, policies and procedures preferred. Academic library experience preferred. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with a diverse clientele with an emphasis on providing good customer service and promoting teamwork. Excellent bibliographic skills to retrieve and interpret records and to verify citations using online and printed resources and to determine appropriate tools for bibliographic checking. Creativity in searching and problem solving for the identification and location of obscure material. Ability to interpret, articulate and apply ILL/DDS, circulation and reference policies, procedures and practices. Knowledge and understanding of Digital Mellennium Copyright Act (DMCA), copyright guidelines and California Digital Library (CDL) negotiated access policies and their applications to interlibrary loan and document delivery services, including tracking and reporting responsibilities and procedures, preferred. Ability to organize a fluctuating work load with short-term deadlines, conflicting priorities and frequent interruptions. Flexibility to adjust to rapidly changing priorities and to adjust own workflow to assist in a back-up capacity during staffing shortages and periods of heavy workload. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to make comparisons and perceive differences. Skills to operate on-line systems, catalogs, other databases necessary for ILL and circulation operations, and to utilize Microsoft Office software programs and electronic communication media including e-mail, ftp, and the WWW. Excellent writing skills to compose reports, proposals, correspondence, memos, e-mail, and to update instructional manuals. Math skills to compile statistics, perform calculations, interpret and analyze data.
Supplemental Requirements
Supplemental requirements that must be provided by the final filing date: Clerical Supplemental Form Required.
Special Conditions of Employment
No eating, drinking, or use of tobacco in the work area. No smoking in the building. Hours of work are scheduled Monday-Friday between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM. Staff scheduled at 7:30 AM may be responsible for opening the Library.
Physical Requirements
Ability to retrieve books from library stacks; maneuver loaded book truck and transport via elevator; lift books up to 15 pounds and pass across a counterl lift boxes of paper weighing up to 30 pounds; reaching shelving and retrieving books from shelves 5" to 82" high in aisles 36" wide; manipulating packaging materials. Operate a keyboard for extended periods of time.
Application Process
Apply online at http://www.hr.ucdavis.edu/Emp/Careers/Application_Process or apply at UC Davis Human Resources Administration Bldg., Orchard Park, Davis, Ca, 95616. Applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. on the Final Filing Date for consideration (postmarks are not acceptable). Required application materials are available at the UCD Human Resources Administration Building, on the Internet http://www.hr.ucdavis.edu/Emp or UCDMC Personnel Office, TICON III, 2nd Floor, 2730 Stockton Boulevard, Sacramento, Ca. For additional information call (530) 752-7520 UCD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer TDD Line (530) 752-7140.
VL# 8473 External
$2,715.00 - $3,522.00/Mo.
Final Filing Date 07-18-07
This position is located in: Carlson Health Sciences Library and is represented by a union.
Working hours: M-F between 7:30am and 5:00pm.
This External position is for UCD/UCDHS employees and the general public. Applications from the general public and UCD/UCDHS employees will be considered simultaneously.
The General Library consists of the Peter J. Shields Library, the Carlson Health Sciences Library and the Physical Sciences & Engineering Library in Davis, and the Medical Center Library in Sacramento. For more information about the General Library see http://www.lib.ucdavis.edu/.
Responsibilities
Support the instructional and research needs of UC Davis faculty, staff, and students by procuring materials not readily available in the Carlson Health Sciences Library’s (CHSL) collection through interlibrary loan and document delivery services, utilizing timely, cost-effective and efficient means and procedures to submit requests to potential lenders while ensuring compliance with the National ILL Code,UC ILL Code, contractual agreements and copyright guidelines. Support Library Circulation and Reserves Services by attending the public service desk, granting borrowing privileges, maintaining the patron database and maintaining and providing access to the reserves collection. Serve as unit liaison with faculty and academic support staff in the areas of reserves and copyright compliance. Perform or oversee all aspects of reserves processing.
Requirements
Experience working in a library public service setting. Knowledge of interlibrary loan, document delivery and circulation practices, codes, policies and procedures preferred. Academic library experience preferred. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to interact with a diverse clientele with an emphasis on providing good customer service and promoting teamwork. Excellent bibliographic skills to retrieve and interpret records and to verify citations using online and printed resources and to determine appropriate tools for bibliographic checking. Creativity in searching and problem solving for the identification and location of obscure material. Ability to interpret, articulate and apply ILL/DDS, circulation and reference policies, procedures and practices. Knowledge and understanding of Digital Mellennium Copyright Act (DMCA), copyright guidelines and California Digital Library (CDL) negotiated access policies and their applications to interlibrary loan and document delivery services, including tracking and reporting responsibilities and procedures, preferred. Ability to organize a fluctuating work load with short-term deadlines, conflicting priorities and frequent interruptions. Flexibility to adjust to rapidly changing priorities and to adjust own workflow to assist in a back-up capacity during staffing shortages and periods of heavy workload. Excellent attention to detail with the ability to make comparisons and perceive differences. Skills to operate on-line systems, catalogs, other databases necessary for ILL and circulation operations, and to utilize Microsoft Office software programs and electronic communication media including e-mail, ftp, and the WWW. Excellent writing skills to compose reports, proposals, correspondence, memos, e-mail, and to update instructional manuals. Math skills to compile statistics, perform calculations, interpret and analyze data.
Supplemental Requirements
Supplemental requirements that must be provided by the final filing date: Clerical Supplemental Form Required.
Special Conditions of Employment
No eating, drinking, or use of tobacco in the work area. No smoking in the building. Hours of work are scheduled Monday-Friday between 7:30 AM and 5:00 PM. Staff scheduled at 7:30 AM may be responsible for opening the Library.
Physical Requirements
Ability to retrieve books from library stacks; maneuver loaded book truck and transport via elevator; lift books up to 15 pounds and pass across a counterl lift boxes of paper weighing up to 30 pounds; reaching shelving and retrieving books from shelves 5" to 82" high in aisles 36" wide; manipulating packaging materials. Operate a keyboard for extended periods of time.
Application Process
Apply online at http://www.hr.ucdavis.edu/Emp/Careers/Application_Process or apply at UC Davis Human Resources Administration Bldg., Orchard Park, Davis, Ca, 95616. Applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. on the Final Filing Date for consideration (postmarks are not acceptable). Required application materials are available at the UCD Human Resources Administration Building, on the Internet http://www.hr.ucdavis.edu/Emp or UCDMC Personnel Office, TICON III, 2nd Floor, 2730 Stockton Boulevard, Sacramento, Ca. For additional information call (530) 752-7520 UCD is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer TDD Line (530) 752-7140.
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