Medical Center Library Associate

Who is Saint Louis University? Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU, which also has a campus in Madrid, Spain, is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care, and a strong commitment to faith and service.

JOB SUMMARY

The Library Associate is responsible for resource sharing management in Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery. This position serves as a resource sharing contact and collaborates with other library departments, students, faculty, and staff in the lending and borrowing of materials. This position is responsible for training and guiding others in interlibrary loan operations. 

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Processes incoming interlibrary loan requests and determines workflow assignment; assists in all aspects of Interlibrary Loan (borrowing and lending) and Document Delivery; sends and receives requests; processes book requests; converts journal articles in print collections to an electronic format for lending; and contacts patrons 

• Coordinates, schedules, and prioritizes daily workflow of other library staff and student assistants involved in resource sharing work; directs their activities and ensures the accuracy and timeliness of the work being produced; provides excellent customer service support for library’s patrons 

• Prepares monthly/annual statistical reports, special studies, reports, and correspondence as needed 

• Performs other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

• Knowledge of computer use skills, including ILLiad, Docline, OCLC Rapid, and other information databases 

• Organizational and time management skills 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills 

• Ability to train, plan, schedule, and supervise work of others 

• Ability to analyze problems to devise appropriate solutions 

• Ability to evaluate the effectiveness of practices, policies, and procedures 

• Ability to interact positively with staff and the public to enhance effectiveness and to promote quality service 

• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with coworkers 

• Ability to exercise discretion and judgment, including maintenance of confidentiality of patron privacy 

• Ability to move full book carts and to lift materials up to 30 pounds 

• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree 

• Two or more years of previous library experience or equivalent professional experience

Work Hours: 1-9pm

Applicants must include:

1) a cover letter

2) a resume/curriculum vitae

You can upload these items on the third page "My experience" of the application.

Function

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Saint Louis University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors. If accommodations are needed for completing the application and/or with the interviewing process, please contact Human Resources at 314-977-5847.