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Pennsylvania State University Access Services Manager, Law Library (Penn State Dickinson Law - Carlisle, PA) in Carlisle, Pennsylvania
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Penn State Dickinson Law seeks an early or mid-career staff member to join their library in a key role, Access Services Manager (Library Operations Supervisor).
This is a Term appointment funded for 12 months from the date of hire with the possibility of refunding. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
Core duties of this position include but are not limited to:
Provides front-line circulation assistance to law students, faculty and administrators, and members of the public. This may be in-person, or via email or phone.
Hires, trains, and supervises student workers for the library. Serves as their emergency contact during evening and weekend shifts.
Assists faculty and members of the Dickinson Law Review with obtaining material for scholarly and/or instructional needs.
Assists in establishing and refining policies and procedures regarding circulation and access.
Coordinates with Access Services and Interlibrary Loan departments at Penn State University Libraries. Assists our library’s patrons in obtaining those services as needed.
Provides and posts content to the library’s blog in collaboration with colleagues.
Serves on committees as assigned.
Reports to the Director of the Law Library who may assign additional tasks or functions as needed.
Qualifications include:
B.A. degree and 6+ years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
M.L.S. or equivalent from an A.L.A. accredited library school is preferred, but substantial experience may be substituted. Current M.L.S. students may also apply.
A strong commitment to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Experience using research databases and resources.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Experience supervising others is preferred.
This is intended to be a flexible and evolving position. The law library is small and team members within the law library share a multitude of tasks and initiatives. We encourage continued learning and professional growth and are committed to supporting our colleagues in developing fulfilling careers. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.
How to Apply:
This position is based in Carlisle, PA. Apply online through the Penn State jobs website at https://hr.psu.edu/careers (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=2805287&targetURL=https://hr.psu.edu/careers) .
Submit a web application, cover letter, resume, and a brief statement indicating how you demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
You may incorporate this statement into your cover letter or present it as a separate short statement.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Candidates should provide the names, titles, and contact information (telephone, email, and mailing address) of three (3) professional references.
Candidates who advance in the search will be notified to confirm that their provided references may be contacted.
The Law School invites you to describe past or present activities or future aspirations, or a combination of these, including lived experience, and to convey how you see these commitments continuing at Penn State Dickinson Law.
Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
Penn State Dickinson Law, located in Carlisle, PA, is the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania’s first law school, established in 1834, and one of the oldest law schools in the nation. Dickinson Law is fully accredited by the ABA and has been a member of the AALS since 1912. The overarching mission of Penn State Dickinson Law is to educate and train lawyers who are equipped with skills and competencies to excel in an evolving legal profession. The Law School’s relatively small student body allows the successful candidate the opportunity to work closely with students to help them succeed. The Law School’s core values are teaching, scholarship, service, and community. As well, the Law School values diversity of thought, perspective, experience, and people, and we are actively committed to a culture of inclusion and respect. We encourage candidates to apply who thrive in a welcoming multicultural environment. Dickinson Law strongly encourages people of color, women, and others who would enrich the diversity of our academic community to apply. To learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion throughout the university, see: Penn State Statement on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (http://equity.psu.edu/psu-diversity-statement) at http://equity.psu.edu/psu-diversity-statement.
The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$46,400.00 - $67,300.00
Salary Structure (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/compensation/staff-salary-grades-and-leveling-matrix) - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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