Description

External Retirement Plan TRS Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Full/Part time Full Time Work Schedule Additional Schedule Information
M - F; 8 hrs/day; some evening and weekend work may be required.
Advertised Salary $45,531-$50,000 commensurate with experience Posting Date 12/02/2025 Open until filled Yes Closing Date Proposed Starting Date 01/05/2026 Special Instructions to Applicants Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Policy Statement
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Position Information

Classification Title Library Technician III FLSA Non-Exempt FTE 1.0 Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent and 5 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications Position Summary
Reporting to the Department Head, the Lending Specialist is responsible for ensuring the provision of prompt, courteous, and high-quality interlibrary lending services to libraries and institutions requesting UGA materials. This role manages the daily operations of the Lending Unit, ensures compliance with copyright laws, licensing agreements, and interlibrary loan best practices, and maintains consortium commitments and professional obligations. The Specialist performs bibliographic searches to process routine and complex requests, provides training and direction to part-time staff, and ensures all interactions with library users and partner institutions are efficient and professional.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Familiarity with interlibrary loan operations or comparable library public services
• Ability to search bibliographic records using an integrated library system or library services platform
• Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Google Sheets, or similar platforms for data collection, reporting, and documentation
• Knowledge of one or more foreign languages
• Demonstrated ability to train and direct the work of others
• Ability to perform routine tasks accurately with close attention to detail
• Ability to function effectively in a high-volume, production-oriented environment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues and partner institutions

Physical Demands
Typical for Office environment
Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Is this a Position of Trust? Yes Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? No Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) No Credit and P-Card policy
Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.
Background Investigation Policy
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities
Core Lending Operations, Supervision, & Training

• Process requests for UGA materials from other institutions using specialized bibliographic tools and knowledge of UGA Libraries collections, policies, and procedures

• Perform bibliographic searches in ILLiad, looking up call numbers, retrieving materials, and updating statuses

• Manage rush and non-rush article requests, including RapidILL requests requiring 24-hour turnaround

• Ensure quality control and timeliness of all lending transactions

• Train and direct the work of part-time and student employees

Oversee daily activities of the Lending Unit staff
Percentage of time 35 Duties/Responsibilities
Coordination & Communication

• Maintain daily communication with campus branch libraries (Science, Music, Art, Curriculum Materials) and the Repository

• Coordinate with User Services staff regarding material circulation, lost or damaged items, and reshelving procedures

Collaborate with ILL Borrowing unit on shared mail and shipping operations
Percentage of time 30 Duties/Responsibilities
Shipping & Materials Handling

• Process and distribute materials through appropriate shipping methods (ARCHE courier, USPS, UPS/FedEx)

Sort and route incoming and outgoing materials daily
Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Administrative Support

• Maintain office supply inventory and place orders

• Process monthly invoicing for non-consortial libraries through Libraries Financing and Accounting

Handle billing for lost borrowed items and coordinate payment processing with User Services
Percentage of time 15 Duties/Responsibilities
Other Duties

Maintains flexibility and awareness of changes and needs in the office and organization by assuming similar duties and responsibilities as assigned
Percentage of time 5

Contact Information

Recruitment Contact

Contact Details
For questions concerning this position or recruitment progression, please refer to the Recruitment Contact listed below.
Recruitment Contact Name Sara Rountree Recruitment Contact Email sararountree@uga.edu Recruitment Contact Phone

Posting Specific Questions

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1. * How did you find out about this position at the UGA Libraries?
   (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter

Optional Documents