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The Oregon College of Oriental Medicine is a non-profit educational institution that trains Master's and Doctoral students in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine. OCOM’s academic programs are among the most comprehensive in the country, providing students with a solid foundation in acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, therapeutic massage, and qi cultivation, as well as a focus on collaboration between Chinese medicine and Western biomedicine. We are seeking a dependable and flexible, half-time Lead Library Assistant to support access to the college library and provide additional assistance as directed by the College Librarian.
Areas of Responsibility:
• Oversee general daily Access Services tasks.
• Staff the library at scheduled times and perform circulation/information-desk duties (some regular evening shifts will be required; occasional weekend and emergency coverage may be requested, as needed).
• Assist library users with reference questions and requests.
• Check in and out, and shelve library materials.
• Assist users with library computers, including troubleshooting basic computer issues.
• Assist Librarian with serials/journal management.
• Manage the Interlibrary Loan and Document Delivery services.
• Oversee and handle overdue fees, petty cash, and shelf-reading assignments.
• Process catalogued materials (security, binding, etc.).
• Catalog and process student papers.
• Maintain and update institutionally-created online content, including the digital repository of student papers and streaming video.
• Update and provide general maintenance to the library website.
• Manage library social software, including writing blog entries and utilizing other online communication tools.
Required Qualifications:
• Minimum of a bachelors degree from an accredited college or university is required.
• Applicants must meet at least one of the following requirements:
- Hold a master’s degree in library or information management from an ALA-accredited institution;
- Be currently enrolled in a library graduate degree program;
- Have 2 or more years of prior experience working in an academic library.
Desired Qualifications:
• Experience using an integrated library system (preferably Innovative’s Millenium III);
• Higher education, non-profit, and/or health care related experience;
• Familiarity with Traditional Chinese Medicine.
Salary:
This is a half-time (20-hours/week) position that pays $13-15/hr based on education and experience. This position is eligible for benefits and will provide opportunities for professional development.
Please note: All applicants must pass a criminal background check and prove authorization to work in the United States.
To apply for this position:
Qualified applicants should email a cover letter and résumé to Candise Branum, College Librarian at
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. Cover letter should specifically indicate relevant experience and skills.
Review of applicants will begin September 1st, 2010; position will remain open until filled. No phone calls, please.
The Oregon College of Oriental Medicine is a non-profit, equal opportunity employer. |
