How to Apply

A cover letter is required for consideration for this position and should be attached as the first page of your resume. The cover letter should address your specific interest in the position and outline skills and experience that directly relate to this position.

Summary

The University of Michigan Library in Ann Arbor is one of the world’s largest academic research libraries. The Library Operations Physical Collections and Access department provides access to and maintains the library’s physical collections, including the nearly 8 million physical items housed in Hatcher, Shapiro, Buhr, the Research Museum Center, and our offsite shelving facilities..

As an important member of the Library Operations Physical Collections and Access team, the Offsite Shelving and Withdrawals Assistant advances the mission of the library by helping patrons, faculty and staff access valuable library materials. This staff member will be responsible for physical collections maintenance at several offsite shelving facilities, driving a University vehicle between facilities each day, and processing and withdrawing materials being removed from the library’s physical collection.. A valid driver’s license is required.

The Library is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and encourages all employees to incorporate their diverse backgrounds, skills, and life experiences into their work. Our Diversity Plan is at https://www.lib.umich.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion-accessibility/diversity-strategic-plan.

Responsibilities*

• Process library materials being sent to offsite shelving facilities.

• Process and withdraw library materials being removed from the library’s collection.

• Perform regular physical collections maintenance to the library’s collections such as shelving, shifting, sorting, and pulling materials.

• Identify project work areas for physical collections maintenance

• Review and correct cataloging errors for materials in the collection.

Required Qualifications*

• High School Graduate or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

• A valid driver’s license.

• Strong communication skills and demonstrated ability to adapt and respond to different types of questions and situations.

• Understands and values diversity and the importance of inclusion. Commitment to apply and incorporate the differences, complexities, and opportunities that diversity brings to an organization.

• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively.

• Ability to work independently and in a collaborative environment.

• Demonstrated aptitude for accuracy and attention to detail.

Desired Qualifications*

• Demonstrated success learning new technology and computer software, including email, spreadsheet, and calendaring systems.

• Previous experience in customer service environments.

Work Schedule

The weekly schedule is expected to be Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. This position will be responsible for driving a University vehicle between facilities each day. Work schedules may be modified based on operational needs.

Additional Information

The person in this position routinely moves through the building to access materials. The person would need to regularly ascend/descend ladders to retrieve materials. They must be able to navigate the facility using the stairs. They must have the ability to move and/or transport materials that weigh up to 25 pounds.

The University of Michigan offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, generous time off (12 vacation days per year, and 15 sick leave a year), matched retirement contributions with immediate vesting, professional development opportunities, and more. TIAA and Fidelity Investments' retirement benefits are available.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

U-M COVID-19 Vaccination Policy

COVID-19 vaccinations, including one booster when eligible, are required for all University of Michigan students, faculty and staff across all campuses, including Michigan Medicine. This includes those working remotely and temporary workers. More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response website or the UM-Dearborn and UM-Flint websites.