Library Associate, Duke School of Law (Durham, NC, US, 27710) chez Duke University
Duke University · Durham, États-Unis d'Amérique · Onsite
- Professional
- Bureau à Durham
Duke University:
Duke University was created in 1924 through an indenture of trust by James Buchanan Duke. Today, Duke is regarded as one of America’s leading research universities. Located in Durham, North Carolina, Duke is positioned in the heart of the Research Triangle, which is ranked annually as one of the best places in the country to work and live. Duke has more than 15,000 students who study and conduct research in its 10 undergraduate, graduate and professional schools. With about 40,000 employees, Duke is the third largest private employer in North Carolina, and it now has international programs in more than 150 countries.
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What You’ll Do:
- Use library systems, databases, and technologies to support circulation, collections maintenance, and operational functions.
- Resolve user questions and non-standard issues by applying policies and independent judgment.
- Review and improve workflows for accuracy, efficiency, and timely operations.
- Recommend and help implement automation and optimization tools to enhance user experience and sustainability.
- Maintain the organization and usability of library collections and spaces.
- Record, compile, and analyze data to support decision-making.
- Provide guidance on library policies and procedures to users and staff.
- Supervise student employees and assist with library projects and initiatives.
What You’ll Bring:
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Minimum of two years of library experience with specialized knowledge of library systems and procedures.
- Strong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- High proficiency with computer-based technologies and adaptability to new tools.
- Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
- Commitment to outstanding customer service.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in an academic research library.
- Prior supervisory experience.
- Familiarity with library systems, workflow analysis, or technology implementation.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
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Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.
Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.
Essential Physical Job Functions:
Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.
