Job Description
Requisition ID
req33182
Working Title
ILL Library Assistant 2
Pay
$12.00 - $13.00 Hourly
Campus
Main - Albuquerque, NM
Department
CULLS (107A)
Employment Type
Student Employment
Student Type
Work-Study
Status
Non-Exempt
Background Check Required
For Best Consideration Date
5/15/2025
Position Summary
The Resource Sharing/Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Department seeks students interested in a challenging behind-the-scenes work environment. Due to the timely nature of interlibrary loan workflows, we are seeking individuals with strong attention to detail, accuracy, and dependability.
Under direct supervision, Library Assistants work with University Libraries staff and other students in a team environment to:
- Locate and retrieve materials from within the University Libraries.
- Update returnable materials in UNM's integrated library system and ILL management system.
- Prepare returnable materials for UNM patrons and other institutions.
- Open mail, sorting items being returned from items being borrowed.
- Scan requested chapters/articles using overhead scanners.
- Shelve and distribute library materials, including delivery to department offices across campus.
This position offers hours Monday - Friday between 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. Evening and weekend hours are not available. Successful applicants will have the opportunity for progressively independent work and increased responsibility. Benefits of this position include: gaining extensive knowledge of and experience with library fulfillment systems; receiving guidance and mentoring from library staff; and developing professional skills such as interpersonal communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving. Applicants must be capable of working within a team environment. All UL&LS student employees are employed on a term basis for the current/impending school year. Library Assistants must be able to shelve books, deliver books to various locations on campus, and perform other physical activities as required. Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Demonstrated oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively.
Application Instructions
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, please visit UNMJobs to submit an application.
To be considered, a resume and cover letter are required
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. University of New Mexico
Job Tags
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