Case Western Reserve University seeks a forward thinking, inclusive, and collaborative individual for the Library Assistant 4 - Digital Strategies Liaison, Course Reserves, Assessment position.
POSITION DESCRIPTION. Working under occasional supervision, the Library Assistant 4 (LA4) has primary reporting line and responsibility to the LA5 Evening Supervisor, Access & Resource Services Team and operates as a library specialist within the Knowledge and Creativity Commons. Work is subject to review within guidelines established by both the primary and secondary supervisor. Advanced knowledge of functional area policies and procedures is expected at this level with the ability to take responsibility for the unit in the absence of more senior staff. The LA4 manages workflows and processes related to course reserves and assessment. Duties may include hiring, scheduling, and training of staff, temporary employees, and students.
This role requires availability during evenings and weekends, specifically from Tuesday to Friday, 11:30 am to 8:00 pm, and Saturday, 8:30 am to 5:00 pm. Must be flexible to adjust the work schedule to accommodate changes in operational hours, including over university breaks, summers, and holidays and to fulfill staffing requirements.
ENVIRONMENT. Consistently ranked as one of the country鈥檚 leading private research institutions, Case Western Reserve University is a member of the that offers a robust learning environment for approximately 6,500 undergraduate and 6,000 graduate and professional students. Students enroll in the schools of dental medicine, , management, medicine, law, nursing, and social work and the . Students can further engage with 100 interdisciplinary academic and research centers and institutes, all within an academic culture that promotes and values innovation of all kinds. Situated in Cleveland鈥檚 vibrant University Circle cultural community, CWRU is an integral partner with world-class cultural organizations such as the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Western Reserve Historical Society, the Cleveland Botanical Garden, and the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
The Kelvin Smith Library is the knowledge and creativity commons of Case Western Reserve University and part of a library system with over three million titles in print and digital formats. KSL is home to the University Archives and Special Collections and manuscripts consisting of over 17,000 linear feet, the Kulas Music Collection, and the Freedman Center for Digital Scholarship which advances research by partnering with scholars and students to explore and develop new forms of scholarship. KSL is a member of the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), OhioLINK, the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI), HathiTrust, and the Center for Research Libraries. In 2019 KSL was the recipient of the ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries Award. KSL affiliate libraries include the the , the , and a cooperative relationship with the .
QUALIFICATIONS. High school education with 4 years of relevant experience; OR Associate鈥檚 degree and 1 year of relevant experience.
SALARY. This position is a LA4 with a minimum of $36,566. The salary will be offered to commensurate with qualifications and experience.
APPLICATION PROCESS. The full job description and application information are available at Job ID 13755. Please submit a resume and cover letter.
EEO STATEMENT. Case Western Reserve University is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants are protected under federal and state laws and university policy from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, protected veteran status, disability, age and genetic information.