Senior Library Assistant

University of Nevada Reno • Reno, NV

50d • Onsite

About The Position

The University Libraries at the University of Nevada, Reno is seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Senior Library Assistant to support Access Services operations within the Circulation unit. This position does not provide layoff rights and is contingent upon funding. This position provides advanced support for circulation and access services, ensuring timely and accurate access to library materials and resources. The Senior Library Assistant plays a key role in coordinating physical course reserves, delivering frontline user services, and supporting efficient request fulfillment workflows. Additional responsibilities include maintaining library materials and equipment, supporting Access Services technologies, and contributing to accurate records and reporting.

Requirements

• One (1) or more years of applicable experience as described in the job duties
• Graduation from high school or equivalent education
• Ability to apply established policies and procedures
• Exercise sound judgment
• Work independently in a service-oriented academic environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a library or other cultural heritage institution
• Experience providing customer service in a high-volume, public-facing environment
• Experience supporting circulation, course reserves, or resource sharing/request workflows
• Familiarity with integrated library systems or other library technologies
• Experience maintaining or troubleshooting public service equipment or technology
• Demonstrated ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures in a service setting
• Experience communicating effectively with diverse users, including students, faculty, and staff

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced support in circulation, access services, course reserves, and related library service areas
• Assist users by evaluating information needs, providing instruction, and supporting effective resource use
• Verify accuracy and completeness of bibliographic and circulation data; make necessary corrections and updates
• Perform copy cataloging to support electronic access to bibliographic records
• Prepare materials for shelving, maintain collection order, and support binding activities
• Process ordering and receiving of routine materials, including invoice verification and record maintenance
• Manage print and physical course reserves, including processing materials, issuing notices, and assessing fines as appropriate
• Maintain, troubleshoot, and perform minor repairs on library equipment and technology
• Collect, maintain, and report circulation and access services statistics

Benefits

• Health insurance options including dental and vision
• Life insurance
• Generous annual and sick leave
• E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options
• Local businesses offer discounts to WolfCard holders
• Mountain EAP supports employees (and eligible dependents) through life's difficult moments
• Staff Employees’ Council (SEC) represents all Classified employees
• Classified Staff Grants-In-Aid Benefit
• Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of classified employees (working at least a 50% full-time equivalent)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED