Library Specialist Supervisor

Library Specialist Supervisor

This position reports to the Head of Open Scholarship and Government Publications, overseeing the technical processing and maintenance of receipts of all documents received through the U.S. Federal Depository Library Program (FDLP). Maintaining working knowledge of the "Guidelines and Instructions to Depository Libraries" to ensure adherence to procedures set forth by the Government Publishing Office (GPO) and FDLP in maintaining a depository collection. Advises with maintenance in online catalog of Federal Documents and the FDLP Needs and Offers program. The position supervises one Library Specialist II along with Graduate Assistant(s) and undergraduate student assistants.

Responsibilities Include:

35% Coordinates the on line check-in of paper and microfiche received from FDLP. Performs copy cataloging and some original cataloging for titles not included in a monthly load of titles from database vendor. Database management including error detection and corrections. Uses error reports and other types of production reports to maintain quality control of the online catalog. Watches closely with Computing Services to monitor batch loads for Shipping List records and GPO cataloging records, including problems with overlaying

20% Assists with Libraries' large-scale collections weeding initiative and Alma (Library Services Platform) migration project coordination. In coordination with collection management staff, assists organizing of workflows for the systematic removal of materials from the shelves and track project progress. Manage and maintain bibliographic and item data within the library system to prepare and validate data for migration to Alma, including assisting with data cleanup, record verification, and post-migration quality checks. Oversee a team of student employees assigned to the weeding project, providing training, scheduling, and supervision to ensure materials are accurately identified, pulled, and processed for discard in accordance with library policies.

20% Supervises one full time Library Specialist II, one Library Associate 3, a Graduate Assistant, we well as undergraduate student assistants. Maintains time sheets, schedules, conducts, goals and priorities; Designs and coordinates workflow for check-in and database maintenance, assigning/reassigning regular duties as necessary; Consults with Head of Government Documents and Microforms regarding FDLP and GPO policies; Ensures staff are following proper procedures for receipt of new material by LSU Libraries standards and the official guidelines for FDLP and GPO; Supervises check-in and preparation of all FDP and GPO receipts.

15% Consults with Head of Government Documents and Microforms for final decisions on titles to be superseded. Removes duplicate items from collection and oversees the superseding of publications established by FDLP. Reviews and processes titles changes, URL changes, and other revisions received from GPO and other units.

10% Advises other Louisiana depository libraries on the processing of government documents. Miscellaneous projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Three years of experience in administrative services in a library setting. EXPERIENCE SUBSTITUTION: Every 15 semester hours earned from an accredited college or university will substitute for six months of the required experience.

View full position specifications for Library Specialist Supervisor on the Louisiana State Civil Service page.

A permanent or probationary internal employee who is appointed to another position following certification from an open competitive eligible list is considered a new employee in the new position and shall serve a probationary period of six months.

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

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