MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST #00025430

Library & Learning Resources

The Marketing and Communications Specialist is responsible for the promotion of the library's collection, services, and programs to our university community.

• Promotion of the library's collection, services, and programs to our university community
• Create and disseminates promotional material as appropriate
• Assist in identifying, developing, implementing, and evaluating all marketing and promotional strategies
• Plan and coordinate events and other library programming
• Maintain a helpful visual presence at the Service Desk during scheduled hours to assist internal and external library patrons
• Determine patron eligibility for services; create library cards; create and update patron records; resolve patron record problems
• Process the loan and return of library materials such as books, DVD's etc.
• Assist patron in scheduling reservable spaces in the library
• Performs search operations to assist patrons in finding and requesting materials
• Direct patrons to the appropriate librarian for research and other assistance
• Exercise good judgement in the application and interpretation of service desk policies, procedures, and guidelines
• Work with appropriate supervisors to assist student employees when required
• Promptly reports building and other issues to responsible parties
• Open and close services desk and/or when required
• Interlibrary loan materials processing
• Attend and participates in meetings
• Serve on appropriate library teams/committees
• Other special projects as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

• Insession: Sunday-Thursday, 11:30am to 8:00pm
• Intersession: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm (may vary)

High school diploma or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary

• Bachelor's Degree and at least 2 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary
• Previous library or marketing and communication experience

The anticipated hiring range for this position has been established as $15.00 hourly.

Salary is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to, the individual's particular combination of education, skills, and experience, as well as organizational requirements.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Missouri provides generous leave, health plans, and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Grade: GGS 6
University Title: LIBRARY INFORMATION SPECIALIST
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Applications will be accepted until this position is filled.

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without unlawful discrimination on the basis of their race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy applies to all employment decisions including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, training, promotions, pay practices, benefits, disciplinary actions and terminations. For more information, visit https://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/eeo or call Human Resources at 573-341-4241.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 573-341-7734.