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Technical Services Library Assistant

Grand Canyon University
Full-time
On-site
Arizona, United States

Grand Canyon University! One of Arizona’s leading institutions of higher learning.

Located in the Valley of Sun in the heart of Phoenix, Arizona, GCU is a regionally accredited, private, nondenominational Christian University.

Do you want to be part of a growing university library with a technology-driven mission? Do you have a passion for working with library systems and developing content focused on enhancing information literacy and research skills? We are looking for library staff to contribute to a team dedicated to building and managing innovative and timely library content, tools, and services for a diverse population of students.

This is an in-person position on the Phoenix campus with potential for work from home one day a week. Monday-Friday scheduled hours will be determined upon hire and will be consistent each week.

What you will do: 

  • Performs routine descriptive cataloging and coding of library materials in all formats.

  • Assists with maintenance of records in the integrated library system (ILS), including copy cataloging and classification.

  • Processes materials for shelving, including jacketing and labeling.

  • Inventories processing supplies, assesses current needs and identifies items to order as appropriate.

  • Promotes library resources and services to the University community.

  • Maintains awareness of technology and tools used in academic research.

  • Maintains familiarity with scholarly communications for teaching, learning, and research.

  • Works collaboratively in a team environment to share best practices.

  • Provides a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

  • Other duties as assigned.

What you will need:

  • Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university

  • Minimum one-year related library experience or training preferred.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, as well as excellent oral and written communications skills

  • Metadata and cataloging experience preferred.

  • Must pass pre-employment background investigation.

  • Provide a positive example to students by supporting the University’s Doctrinal Statement, Ethical Position Statement, and Mission of Grand Canyon University.

Why work at GCU:

  • Exceptional workplace benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401K savings plan

  • Generous time off plan and 11 paid holidays

  • Paid time off to volunteer in the community or at GCU-sponsored events

  • Free covered parking

  • We also offer full-time employees, their spouses, and dependent children an Education Tuition Discount Program

  • Free on-site gyms on campus