[Libs-Or] Job Posting - Portland - Weekend Supervisor, Access Services

[Stephanie Doig]

POSITION: Weekend Supervisor, Access Services

TYPE: Full-time, SEIU-represented, Library Technician 3 classification

LOCATION: Portland State University Library, Portland, OR

POSTED: August 4, 2023, open until finalists identified


Position Summary

Access Services supports the educational, research and service programs of
the University by facilitating user access to resources within and beyond
the Library. Access Services includes the following units: Circulation,
Reserves, Resource Sharing, the Off-site shelving facility and Stacks
Maintenance.


The Weekend Supervisor coordinates workflow in Access Services during
weekend hours, ensures that support services are completed in a timely
fashion, staffs the Circulation Desk, implements all library policies and
procedures, secures all monies before the end of shift, provides service to
all patrons of the library, and opens and closes the building, ensuring
that library spaces are secure.


The Weekend Supervisor is responsible for the hiring, training, scheduling,
and daily supervision of Access Services student employees. They
participate in the Student Employee Steering committee, working with other
supervisors to coordinate onboarding of new student employees, create
training materials, and plan library events for student employees.


Duties include:

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   Coordinates and leads the weekend operations of the library, including
   Access Services, by ensuring that all library patrons receive prompt,
   courteous service from Access Services staff. This includes shifts where
   the Weekend Supervisor is the only lead worker in the building and is
   responsible for library safety, security, and operations.
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   Responsible for the hiring, training, scheduling, and daily supervision
   of student employees in Access Services.
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   Supports the daily activities of Access Services by becoming
   cross-trained in basic details of other functions including reserves,
   resource sharing, stacks maintenance, and Library tours.
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   Other duties as assigned.



Key Cultural Competencies

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   Creates an environment that acknowledges, encourages and celebrates
   differences.
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   Functions and communicates effectively and respectfully within the
   context of varying beliefs, behaviors, orientations, identities and
   cultural backgrounds.
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   Seeks opportunities to gain experience working and collaborating in
   diverse, multicultural, and inclusive settings with a willingness to change
   for continual improvement
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   Adheres to all PSU’s policies including the policies on Prohibited
   Discrimination & Harassment and the Professional Standards of Conduct.



Minimum Qualifications from Classification

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   Bachelors degree plus two years of current (within 5 years) experience
   in a Library; OR ,
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   4 years of current library experience;
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   AND, advanced proficiency in multiple library specific computer
   applications, e.g., integrated library systems, database applications,
   institutional repository; content management systems.
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   Some positions may also require in-depth knowledge of specialty area(s),
   e.g., original cataloging, complex copy cataloging, serials management, ILL
   management, government documents, image resources, music.


Additional Minimum Qualifications for this Position

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   Demonstrated tact and diplomacy in person, over the phone, and in writing
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   Communicate effectively with diverse staff and library users
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   Excellent organizational skills
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   Strong time-management skills
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   Ability to quickly learn and interpret library specific computer
   applications
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   Demonstrated ability to handle detailed routines efficiently and
   accurately
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   Ability to be self-motivated and willing to accept responsibility to
   perform routine tasks without close supervision
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   Ability to supervise student workers
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   General knowledge of grammar, spelling, and punctuation



Preferred Qualifications

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   Previous academic library experience


Compensation

The starting hourly rate for this position will be between $19.72/hour and
$20.62/hour. The starting salary may be negotiable above this range,
however it will be dependent upon the knowledge, experience, skills and
abilities of the chosen candidate, the budget of the hiring department, and
approval from HR.


PSU’s excellent benefits package includes 95% premium paid healthcare; a
generous retirement and vacation package; and reduced tuition rates for
employee, spouse or dependent at any of the Oregon Public Universities.



To Apply:

To apply, please create an account and apply through the Portland State
University career portal: https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/42346


Posting will remain open until finalists are identified.


For those requiring a reasonable accommodation to apply: In compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a
disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for
a position with Portland State University, please call 503-725-4926 or
email askhrc at pdx.edu.



Portland State University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity
institution and welcomes applications from diverse candidates and
candidates who support diversity.
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