Stacks Management Assistant (16-month Term)

Job Summary The Stacks Management Assistant oversees the transfer of items to Oak Grove Library Center, Northwestern’s high‑density storage facility. The position pulls items from the shelves, performs condition assessment, packs them in containers, and updates their locations in Alma, our integrated library system. The assistant monitors project progress and provides regular status updates to stakeholders. Department: NUL Access Services Salary/Grade: NEX/10 Term: Full‑time, 16‑month term with expected start date of September 1, 2026. Onsite position located on the Evanston campus. Working hours are Monday – Friday (8:30 am – 5:00 pm). Responsibilities Pull, pack, and change the location of items in preparation for transfer to Oak Grove Library Center. Identify and set aside items needing preservation treatment. Oversee progress and adjust workflows to meet the project timeline. Communicate with Oak Grove and Preservation staff regarding workflows, pickups, and general logistics. Update collection inventory, edit holdings, and mark items missing. Contribute to statistics maintained by supervisor. May assist in training and supervising student employees. Minimum Qualifications High school graduate. Ability to push/pull loaded book trucks and lift a minimum of 40 pounds. High level of computer skills with both PC and iPad. Solid knowledge of MS Office. Experience performing detail‑oriented work. Excellent oral and written communication skills and good interpersonal skills. Ability to take initiative, organize and prioritize multiple simultaneous operations, work independently within a team framework, and think analytically. Preferred Qualifications Successful completion of a full 4‑year course of study at an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor’s or higher degree. Experience with Alma or other integrated library system. Previous academic or research library experience. Target Hiring Pay: Starting at $18.42 per hour. Offered salary will be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Benefits Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre‑tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. #J-18808-Ljbffr Northwestern University