Library Specialist I

Kansas City Kansas Community College•Kansas City, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Library Specialist I provides advanced technological and digital content support for Library & Learning Services. The individual contributes to the design, development, and maintenance of the library’s web-based content systems (LibGuides and related Springshare platforms), collaborating with the Electronic Resources Librarian to support the college’s digital presence. This position also manages department social media channels and supports user engagement initiatives.

Requirements

Possess strong written and oral communication skills.
Must demonstrate a commitment to and ability to work with a multicultural student and faculty population.
High energy, self-starter who can work with minimal supervision.
Ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships and establish credibility with all levels of employees in the organization.
Detail-oriented.
Working knowledge of Microsoft 365 applications, especially Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to manage several projects with multiple deadlines simultaneously.
Knowledge and experience with CSS coding and designing LibGuides.
Bachelor’s or higher degree.
Experience providing user training and/or instruction.
Experience creating and posting content on social media.

Nice To Haves

One to two years (1-2) professional experience in an academic post-secondary setting.
Experience using social media for professional use.

Responsibilities

Designs, builds, and maintains LibGuides and related Springshare tools (LibCal, LibAnswers) under the guidance and in collaboration with the Electronic Resources Librarian, supporting web publishing, content creation, and accessible user experience.
Performs data input functions related to maintaining The Morgue, including citation entry, editing and approval of citations, and recommendations and implementation of improvements to the database.
Catalogs and processes incoming print materials (books, journals, government documents, serial subscriptions) in the integrated library system (ILS).
Collaborates with Library & Learning Services faculty and staff to support promotion of academic support and student engagement initiatives.
Develops modules, tutorials, and workshops to support utilization of LibGuides and The Morgue.
Maintains statistics on the use of LibGuides and The Morgue, providing regular reports to inform service improvements and user engagement strategies.
Assists the department with special event programming.
Actively participates in strategic planning to align departmental services with institutional mission.
Participates in campus committees, as appropriate.
Provides assistance during specific hours, including some evenings, at the front desk.
Performs other duties as assigned.