Position Details

Position Information

Recruitment/Posting Title	Library Associate II
Job Category	Staff & Executive - Libraries
Department	RUL Admin & Tech Svcs
Overview	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is a leading national research university and the State of New Jersey’s preeminent, comprehensive public institution of higher education. As one of the largest employers in the State of New Jersey, Rutgers University is committed not only to the students and the State that we serve, but also to the faculty and staff who work on our campuses. For two consecutive years, Rutgers is ranked on Forbes’ list of America’s Best Large Employers. Rutgers holds #64 of 500 employers and is the #1 New Jersey employer on the publication’s 2023 list. Rutgers’ commitment to its employees includes maintaining and fostering a safe, diverse, and respectful workplace environment, creating employment opportunities for our nation’s military veterans, and ensuring accessibility and accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
Posting Summary	Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, is seeking a Library Associate II for University Libraries. Reporting to the Interlibrary Loan Services Supervisor, the Library Associate II works closely with the Interlibrary Loan Coordinators to efficiently perform day-to-day tasks in support of resource sharing activities across the Rutgers University Libraries and with Rutgers’ resource sharing partners. Among the key duties of this position are the following: Routinely processes standard resource sharing requests on various interlibrary platforms. Monitors and updates resource sharing records in Rutgers’ ILS. Ensures processes are consistent with Rutgers’ policies, procedures, consortial agreements, licenses, and in compliance with national and international interlibrary loan guidelines. Provides input to ensure that related process documentation remains current. Assists with training and scheduling student workers. Provides guidance to patrons, local interlibrary loan staff and colleagues at partner institutions regarding established interlibrary loan procedures. Assists with monitoring departmental email queues, runs standard system reports, processes incoming and outgoing physical materials, and completes other related duties as assigned. Makes suggestions for process improvements as appropriate.
Position Status	Full Time
Hours Per Week
Daily Work Shift
Work Arrangement	Consistent with the current application of Rutgers Policy 60.3.22, this position may be eligible for a hybrid work arrangement. The flexible work arrangements outlined in Rutgers Policy 60.3.22 are part of a pilot program that is effective September 1, 2022 through August 31, 2024. Therefore, there is no guarantee that this flexible work arrangement will continue beyond that date. Flexible work arrangements are not permanent, are subject to change or cancellation and contingent on the employee receiving approval in the FlexWork@RU Application System. Additional information may be found at https://futureofwork.rutgers.edu.
FLSA	Nonexempt
Grade	03
Position Salary
Annual Minimum Salary	44831.000
Annual Mid Range Salary	55743.000
Annual Maximum Salary	66655.000
Standard Hours	37.50
Union Description	URA-AFT Administrative
Payroll Designation	PeopleSoft
Benefits	Rutgers offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees. For details, please go to http://uhr.rutgers.edu/benefits/benefits-overview . Rutgers also offers a benefit program to eligible full-time postdoctoral fellow students. For details, please go to https://finance.rutgers.edu/healthcare-risk/insurance/postdoctoral-health-insurance.
Seniority Unit
Terms of Appointment	Staff - 12 month
Position Pension Eligibility	ABP

Qualifications

Minimum Education and Experience	Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and/or experience that demonstrates general knowledge and understanding of library resource sharing, interlibrary loan operations, and other library and online information systems.
Certifications/Licenses
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Strong communication skills and computer literacy.
Preferred Qualifications	Experience with Alma and ILLiad highly preferred. Familiarity with copyright guidelines as they pertain to resource sharing. Proficient in Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat.
Equipment Utilized	Ex Libris products: Alma, Primo, RapidILL, ILLiad, Microsoft products, Adobe Acrobat, scanner/copier
Physical Demands and Work Environment	The ability to push/pull book carts and lift packages up to 40lbs.
Special Conditions

Posting Details

Posting Number	23ST1974
Posting Open Date	07/28/2023
Special Instructions to Applicants
Regional Campus	Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Home Location Campus	Busch (RU-New Brunswick)
City	Piscataway
State	NJ
Location Details

Pre-employment Screenings

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization Requirements

Under Policy 60.1.35 Immunization Policy for Rutgers Employees and Prospective Employees , Rutgers University requires all prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to receive an updated (bivalent) vaccine dose. Under Policy 100.3.1 Immunization Policy for Covered Individuals , if employment will commence during Flu Season, Rutgers University may require certain prospective employees to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless the University has granted the individual a medical or religious exemption. Additional infection control and safety policies may apply. Prospective employees should speak with their hiring manager to determine which policies apply to the role or position for which they are applying. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain a medical or religious exemption from the University will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It is university policy to provide equal employment opportunity to all its employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. As an institution, we value diversity of background and opinion, and prohibit discrimination or harassment on the basis of any legally protected class in the areas of hiring, recruitment, promotion, transfer, demotion, training, compensation, pay, fringe benefits, layoff, termination or any other terms and conditions of employment. For additional information please see the Non-Discrimination Statement at the following web address: http://uhr.rutgers.edu/non-discrimination-statement