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The Reading Room Coordinator and Operations Assistant is the first point of contact for researchers and visitors to collections in the Kislak Center. This position provides crucial reference and guidance to researchers, as well as coordination of the retrieval and delivery of materials from UM Libraries' stacks and from offsite storage. This position also ensures that all collection materials are used properly and safely. In addition to reading room responsibilities, this position helps to grow and publicize the collections by assisting in the acquisitions process, sharing materials through social media outlets, and assisting with Department events and exhibitions.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & SPECIFIC DUTIES

Reading Room Coordinator duties

• Provides reference assistance to in-person and distance researchers and refers researchers to the appropriate Special Collections or University Archives staff and / or faculty for in-depth services.
• Informs patrons of registration and security procedures / policies and ensures all researchers follow materials handling and security policies for Special Collections materials.
• Assists researchers in using the Libraries' online catalog as well as other research resources, such as finding aids, digital collections, and external resources.
• Monitors and maintains security of all collection materials.
• Handles item reproduction requests, delivery, and payment in coordination with allied departments, such Digital Initiatives and Access Services.
• Works closely with researchers to identify the collections most closely aligned with their research goals.
• Identifies materials for rehousing and / or preservation stabilization in coordination with relevant colleagues

Operational Services

Kislak Center Duties

Acquisitions

Communications, Relationships, and Service Applicable towards all duties

Performs other duties as assigned

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIPS

The Reading Room Coordinator and Operations Assistant reports to the Special Collections Librarian.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Education, Skills, Training, etc.)

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Job Status : Full time

Employee Type : Staff

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