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    Library Operations Associate - Washington, United States - George Washington University

    George Washington University
    George Washington University Washington, United States

    1 week ago

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    I. JOB OVERVIEW

    Job Description Summary:

    GW Libraries and Academic Innovation (LAI) is a catalyst, a spark to generate new ideas and new possibilities. Responsive to the changing landscape of information and education, being sensitive both to traditional and emergent modes of communication, we bring together diverse constituents of faculty, students, and staff in a highly collaborative, dynamic, and deeply engaged intellectual community to support research, teaching, and learning. As part of the larger George Washington University, we are a nexus where exciting things happen, where change happens, where growth happens.

    This position requires a highly responsible individual who is dependable, thorough, flexible, and able to work as a member of a team. The individual must be able to work closely with diverse staff in all areas of the GW Libraries and Academic Innovation, follow through on assigned tasks, be observant and follow up on outstanding work, be creative and able to take responsible initiative as well as remain open to expanding skills.

    Reporting to the Coordinator for Public Services Strategic Initiatives and Assessment, the Library Operations Associate will:

    • Manage all loading dock activities which include: maintaining secure access to Gelman Library, sorting and distributing mail and packages to staff throughout the library & picking up outgoing mail, meet delivery personnel throughout the day such as FedEx, UPS, couriers, as well as movers, caterers, furniture or construction crews.
    • Maintain timely, relevant, and effective communication with GW libraries staff, GW Facilities Services, GW Housekeeping Services, UPD, Risk Management, Transportation, Telecommunications, GWorld Office, contractors, and vendors, to ensure Library facilities are clean, safe, and secure.
    • Serve as point of contact for GW Facilities to coordinate building repair projects and preventative maintenance within Gelman Library.
    • Coordinate vendor activity related to building improvements that do not come through GW facilities.
    • Perform daily walkthroughs to monitor the conditions of the building. Identify problems such as leaks, spills, and electrical, elevator, or mechanical failures. Respond to trouble reports submitted by library personnel. Follow established procedures and escalation protocols to report problems to GW facilities and track the progress of work orders.
    • Reset student furniture and clean upholstered furniture.
    • Support events by arranging furniture and equipment according to event requirements.
    • Communicate effectively with library staff and patrons to inform them of building-related projects.
    • Assist library personnel with ongoing stacks maintenance work.
    • Perform other duties as assigned, the omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are related to the position.

    The position is based at GW's Foggy Bottom Campus in Washington, DC. The incumbent may perform other related duties as assigned. The omission of specific duties does not preclude the supervisor from assigning duties that are logically related to the position.

    Minimum Qualifications:

    Qualified candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization plus 2 years of relevant professional experience, or, a Master's degree or higher in a relevant area of study. Degree must be conferred by the start date of the position. Degree requirements may be substituted with an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

    Additional Required Licenses/Certifications/Posting Specific Minimum Qualifications:

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Ability to use a computer.
    • Ability to manage and complete a diverse range of projects, etc.
    • Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

    Typical Hiring Range

    $51, $70,708.76 How is pay for new employees determined at GW?

    II. JOB DETAILS

    Campus Location:

    Foggy Bottom, Washington, D.C.

    College/School/Department:

    University Libraries

    Family

    Libraries

    Sub-Family

    Library Services - Staff

    Stream

    Individual Contributor

    Level

    Level 2

    Full-Time/Part-Time:

    Full-Time

    Hours Per Week:

    40

    Work Schedule:

    Primarily Monday-Friday 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m., occasional adjustments, nights and weekends required.

    Will this job require the employee to work on site?

    Yes

    Employee Onsite Status

    Essential onsite

    Telework:

    No

    Required Background Check:

    Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search

    Special Instructions to Applicants:

    Employer will not sponsor for employment Visa status

    Internal Applicants Only?

    No

    Posting Number:

    S013004

    Job Open Date:

    05/03/2024

    Job Close Date:

    If temporary, grant funded or limited term appointment, position funded until:

    Background Screening

    Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

    EEO Statement:

    The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.



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