Senior Library Specialist - Mathematics Library

FUNCTION: The Senior Library Specialist works closely with the Mathematics Librarian, who serves as the liaison librarian for Mathematics, Statistics, Electrical and Computer Engineering, and Computing and Data Science. The position performs a range of supervisory, public service, technical service, and collection management functions essential to the effective operation of the Mathematics Library and contributes to the mission of the University Library.

Manages Mathematics Library circulation and public services, including providing research and information assistance to Library users

• Has direct operational management of the library and is the lead staff member during the early evening hours Monday-Friday. Serves as the supervisory bridge between daytime and late-night staff members.
• Coordinates with LOA and unit head on probationary evaluations and annual evaluations of the staff members whose work is supervised by this position.
• Coordinates staff interviews for open late-night positions as part of a three-person committee making hiring decisions.
• Enter and manage student schedules in Lib Staffer and assists in managing student assistant swaps and absences to ensure adequate coverage for the 100+ hours per week that we are open.
• Works with LOA to interview student assistant applicants.
• Works with LOA to create schedules for 18-22 student assistants each semester.

• Researches and recommends materials for acquisition based on collection needs, available funding, faculty input, and established collection priorities.
• Conducts bibliographic research to verify holdings, editions, formats, and publication history and prepares orders for selected materials.