Job Description

Job Title:

Librarian (Technical Services and Reference)

Location:

Alpine

Department:

Library General Operations

Job No.:

Position: 999778

Posting Date:

04/02/2025

Until Filled:

Yes

Salary:

$52,845

Required:

Required:

• Masters Degree from ALA-accredited Library or Information Science program.
• Strong skills in Microsoft Office 365 apps.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to set and accomplish goals independently.
• Must be creative, flexible, broadly focused, and adventurous to expand or shift responsibilities to meet evolving needs.

Any qualifications to be considered in lieu of stated minimums require the prior approval of the Human Resources Director.

Preferred:

Preferred:

• Additional Masters Degree or coursework/demonstrated experience in collection development/technical services-related fields.
• Knowledge of archives-related software.
• Experience in academic setting.
• Considerable knowledge of standard library practices, procedures, and technologies.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 software, mobile devices, and at least one ILS, preferably SirsiDynix Symphony.
• Capable of learning new software programs and technologies.
• Experience in cataloging, classification, and library materials processing.
• Independently perform the full range of professional librarian duties, including reference and readers advisory services, collection development and maintenance, and provide instruction in the use of library services and equipment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exemplify courteous behavior and creative problem resolution.
• Recommend and assist in the development of library policies and procedures, disaster recovery plan, and strategic planning.
• Ability to work cooperatively and have positive working relationships with patrons, co-workers, and vendors.
• Ability to prioritize job responsibilities and work independently.
• A heart for public service and information sharing.

Primary Responsibilities:

Function: Librarian based at Bryan Wildenthal Memorial Library with service to SRSU Library and Archives online and Eagle Pass Library Services.

Scope: SRSU Librarians may be responsible for a variety of areas depending on need. Technical Services includes activities related to the acquisition, processing, cataloging, maintenance, and eventual deaccessioning of a wide variety of formats and items for the holdings of the library. Collaborates with all staff. This position utilizes the integrated library system (ILS) SirsiDynix Symphony to create and maintain records, troubleshoot, and generally make resources available and usable. May be responsible for ordering, receiving, binding, and cataloging of physical books, eBooks, serials/periodicals, standing orders, and special items. May be responsible for updating and maintaining related policies relevant to industry standards and best practices. Works with Director and Operations Supervisor to ensure smooth procurement processes. May supervise Library Assistants and/or Student Assistants. Acts as public-facing librarian available for research consultations and instruction services. May be responsible for creating and maintaining research tutorials, guides, and other supporting documentation. Voting member of Faculty Assembly.

Duties Essential:

- (45%) Contributes to all activities and services related to Technical Services.

• Physical and digital content acquisitions (collection development) for the librarys collections across all formats. May contribute to collection development for the Archives of the Big Bend.
• Cataloging and classification, specifically original cataloging.
• Serials/periodicals ordering and maintenance.
• Purchasing and data tracking for collection-related purchases.

- (35%) Acts as public-facing librarian available for research consultations and instruction services, participating in Librarian Office Hours/Reference Desk coverage, including nights and weekends.

• Creates/maintains Library Research Guides and Tutorials as a support service.
• Keeps current of trends related to technical services librarianship.
• Participates in strategic planning and workflow management of technical services department.

- (10%) Maintains accurate statistics, submits required reports and budget requests.
- (5%) Serves on University Committees, Faculty Assembly Councils, and other working groups in areas relevant to the position.
- (5%) Performs other reasonable duties as required by the supervisor.
Supervision Received: Director of Library and Archives.

Given: Depending on experience, may supervise Library Assistant in Cataloging, Library Assistant in Serials (part-time); Student Assistant(s).

Responsible for personal safety and the safety of others; must exercise due caution and practice safe work habits at all times.

Other Information:

Working Conditions:
Usual: Office conditions. Service oriented environment in direct and continual contact with the public; flexible schedule encompassing early morning to late night and weekend hours as demanded to meet supervisory requirements. Exempt from overtime provisions. Position is security sensitive.

Special: Some travel to alternate campuses required. May be required to work evenings/weekends for departmental events.

Texas Law requires a 60 day waiting period before new state employees are eligible to enroll in health insurance.

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

It is the policy of Sul Ross State University to provide equal employment opportunity for all persons in accordance with their individual, job related qualifications and without consideration of race, creed, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status and ancestry. Equal employment opportunities shall be afforded in all personnel actions or decisions including, but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, hiring, training, upgrading, promotion, demotion, termination and salary. Retaliation is prohibited against a person who opposes a discriminatory practice, files a charge, testifies, assists or participates in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

Notice of Availability of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report

The Annual Security & Fire Safety Report is available online at The report contains information regarding campus safety and security including topics such as: campus law enforcement authority; crime reporting policies; campus alerts (Timely Warnings and Emergency Notifications); fire safety policies and procedures; programs to prevent dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking; the procedures the University will follow when one of these crimes is reported; and other matters of importance related to security on campus. The report also contains information about crime statistics for the three most recent calendar years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in On-Campus Student Housing Facilities; in Non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by the University or a recognized student organization; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also contains fire statistics for any fires occurring in an On-Campus Student Housing Facility during the three most recent calendar years.

A paper copy of the report will be provided upon request. If you would like to receive a paper copy, you can contact the Office of Student Life, located on the Alpine Campus in the Morgan University Center, Room 211 or you can request that a copy be mailed to you by calling 432-837-8424 or emailing stulife@sulross.edu
About SRSU:

Sul Ross State University Alpine Campus is in the Scenic Davis Mountains of West Texas, is a member of the Texas State University System, is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate, Bachelors, and Masters degrees, and has an enrollment of approximately 2,000 students of campus in Alpine, Texas. At an elevation of 4,480 feet, and on the periphery of the Chihuahuan Desert, Alpine enjoys mild winters and cool summers. Davis Mountains State Park, Fort Davis National Historic Site, Big Bend National Park, and Guadalupe Mountains National Park are all within one to three hours driving distance from Alpine.

The SRSU campuses in Del Rio, Eagle Pass, and Uvalde comprise Rio Grande College. RGC offers upper-level courses leading to bachelors degrees as well as masters degree programs and works closely with its partner institution, Southwest Texas Junior College, to provide a seamless transition to RGC for their students. All RGC students hold an Associate degree from an accredited institution or they have completed 42 semester credit hours of transferrable work.

More information is available regarding Sul Ross State University and position openings See our website. Sul Ross State University

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