Grace Atkins’s last day at University of Missouri Libraries will be August 9. She is moving with her partner Tanner Deeds to Minneapolis. Grace will be starting the University of Minnesota’s Learning Technologies M.Ed program. Tanner earned a Master’s degree in History at Mizzou, and he will be starting a history PhD program at the University of Minnesota while working at their Center for Austrian Studies. They are eloping Friday, July 12 (TODAY!)

Editor’s note: Congratulations to Grace and Tanner!

Effective July 1st, 2019, our mileage reimbursement rate will increase to 43 cents per mile for Fiscal Year 2020. This change is being made in order to maintain alignment with the State of Missouri.

The updated travel forms linked below are also available on the staff website.

Request for Travel

Travel and Expense Form

I am pleased to announce that Brenda Slade will be joining MU as the new shared HR professional for the Libraries and Journalism, effective Monday, July 15. Brenda joins MU with more than 18 years of HR experience, including 5 years in an academic setting.

The training details and technical issues are in the works. Details for meet-and-greet, along with her email, phone number, daily schedule, and office locations will be released soon. While Brenda is training with HR, please continue to contact me or Nicole Whyte with any HR related questions. We will loop Brenda into HR discussions as quickly as possible.

Thanks to all of you for your patience during this HR team transition.

All the best,

Kathy Peters

The University Libraries is seeking a .50 FTE Library Information Specialist. Apply online at https://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/staff with Job ID 30717.

The University Libraries have an opening for a part-time Security Officer. Apply online at https://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/staff with Job ID 30673.

The University Libraries have an opening for a part-time Facilities Attendant. Apply online at https://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/staff with Job ID 30660.

The Health Sciences Library will welcome a new Library Information Assistant, David Merz, on Monday July 1. Terri Hall will be his supervisor.

The Shelving Unit within the Access Services Department of Ellis Library is seeking two (2) .50 FTE Library Information Assistants.

Hiring Department

The Shelving Unit within the Access Services Department of Ellis Library supports the mission of the Library and the University by providing an organized, accessible, and well-maintained collection of books, journals, newsprint, and media.

Job Description

This position supports the Shelving Unit within Access Services by assisting with sorting, loading, and shelving of books, maintenance of the collection, providing customer service to patrons.

Specific Duties Include:

• Sort and shelve books and media by call number on book trucks and shelves
• Maintain stacks (straighten/clean stacks, pick up in-house use, etc.)
• Load book trucks by location
• Sort and shelve unbound periodicals and newsprint by title and volume
• Search for missing books
• Print off book requests through the SIERRA system
• Pull ILL book requests
• Assist with the planning and implementation of book shifts
• Shelf read collection as needed
• Assist patrons with book locations, navigating the library, checking the catalog, and referring to staff as needed
• Assign work to student assistants and record their work as needed
• Assist with the training of student assistants as needed

Salary

$11.54 per hour

Grade: GGS-005

Internal applicants can determine their current grade and university title by accessing the Job Information page through the Additional Employee Info tile in myHR.

Shift

Each position will work 20 hours a week. Some weekend hours may be required.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and at least 1 year of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.
• Good customer-service skills
• Flexibility to switch hours/shifts if needed
• Requires the ability to obtain/place materials on shelves at ground level and on shelves up to nine feet in height using step stools, ladders, or other devices.
• Requires the ability to identify call numbers where lighting may be compromised, on shelves at ground level and on shelves up to nine feet in height using step stools, ladders, or other devices
• Requires the ability to move a book cart weighing at least 200 lbs. (these are on wheels)
• Requires the ability to transport several books at one time and/or move boxes of books (up to 50 pounds)
• Requires the ability to perform very detailed work

Preferred Qualifications 

• Knowledge of Library of Congress and Dewey Decimal classification systems
• Familiarity with Ellis Library stacks
• Familiarity with the Libraries’ online catalogs (MERLIN and MOBIUS)
• Work experience in a library setting
• Supervisory experience preferred but not required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Note: Review of applicants will begin the week of July 8.

Apply online at https://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/staff  with Job ID 30423.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits.  Individuals in non-benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b).  For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

 

 

This is a .50 FTE staff position for MU Libraries.

Job Description

• Perform basic repair and maintenance of buildings including fixed and moveable equipment and fixtures.
• Replace air freshener cans and batteries in restrooms, Ellis Library, on a monthly basis.
• Repair, hang, and/or remove bulletin boards, dry erase boards, plaques, art work, interior banners, and/or posters.
• Replace carpet tiles, Ellis Library, as needed.
• Repair and/or remove cabinets, event panels, cubicle walls, coat racks, blinds, study carrel doors.
• Assemble new chairs, tables, cabinets, and other specialized items upon receipt.
• Perform some semi-skilled mechanical trades work relating to the installation, operation, maintenance and repair of equipment, fixtures and units.
• Replace light bulbs and starters, as well as dust contents, in designated display cases.
• Install and/or remove a wide variety of library shelving in all library branches, except Law. Also includes safe retrieval and storage or shelving parts from designated storage areas.
• Perform some semi-skilled building trades work in carpentry, painting, plastering, etc.
• Clean and/or repair chairs and tables, which includes replacing frames, arms, casters, gliders and bumper protection. Monthly, adjust and level tables in public areas.
• Refinish, repair and/or stain wooden shelving, tables, chairs, cabinets, and doors.
• Clean and paint areas with graffiti.
• Notify supervisor or arrange for skilled trades staff for repair and installation tasks requiring an advanced level of skill.
• May perform or assist with preparation of cost and time estimates, material orders, reports and maintenance of records.
• Keep workshop and other maintenance-related storage areas clean and in compliance with Environmental Health & Safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Salary

Salary Range: $13.55 – $14.25 per hour
Grade: GGS-D

Internal applicants can determine their current grade and university title by accessing the Job Information page through the Additional Employee Info tile in myHR.

Shift

The successful candidate will be scheduled 5 days/week (M-F), 4 hours per day. Shifts will be during the day between 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.

Two years of general maintenance experience is required. (Some or all of the two years of experience may be required to be in a specific skill area of concentration; i.e., carpentry, plumbing, heating/air conditioning, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications 

• Skill in the maintenance and operation of tools, equipment and materials
• Sufficient strength to perform heavy lifting and work on ladders on an occasional basis
• Valid driver’s licenseNote: Depending on the nature of work performed, the incumbent may be required to wear a respirator or self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) as outlined in the “Industrial Standard for Respirator Use”.

Apply online at https://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/staff  with Job ID 30346.

Benefit Eligibility 

This position is not eligible for University benefits.  Individuals in non-benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b).  For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Job Description

This position will manage donor engagement for the University Libraries, ensuring exceptional stewardship for our donors and providing coordination for events and volunteer efforts. In this capacity, the Coordinator of Donor Engagement (CDE) will work closely with members of the Friends of the Libraries Council (FOL) and Library Society. The CDE will serve as the Libraries’ liaison to Annual Giving, overseeing the Libraries’ participation in annual fund, Mizzou Give Direct and Mizzou Giving Day. The CDE will report to the University Libraries Director of Advancement, and will work closely with the University Libraries Communications Officer, assisting with social media, marketing materials and our print publication, Library Connections. The ideal candidate will have outstanding interpersonal and customer service skills, organizational skills with attention to detail, writing/editing/design experience, social media savvy and desire to put the best face forward for the University Libraries and MU.

Duties will include:

• Coordinate the Library Society, the University Libraries donor recognition program. Plan and execute high quality events for donors and potential donors, including the annual Library Society Reception. Update database coding, welcome new members and contact strategically selected donors to ask for sponsorships and other forms of event support.
• Serve as liaison for FOL. Work closely with FOL volunteers to plan, execute and seek sponsorship for fundraisers and other events. Serve as secretary to the organization, handle Council elections, develop meeting agendas, staff Friends committees, welcome new members, keep coding current in Advance and handle Friends renewal mailings.
• Coordinate the Stuckey Essay program. Solicit, collect and prepare essays for judging by FOL volunteers. Contact winners, handle press releases and arrange awards.
• Manage day-to-day donor stewardship. Draft thank you letters for the Vice Provost for University Libraries, verify proper allocation and use of gifts, and handle donor relations issues as necessary.
• Write, design and edit donor engagement materials, including messages and correspondence on behalf of the Vice Provost for Libraries, impact reports and solicitation materials, as well as materials related to FOL.
• Serve as liaison to and collaborate with MU Advancement donor relations team and annual fund team.
• Lead Libraries’ participation in annual fund, Mizzou Give Direct and Mizzou Giving Day.
• Identify and cultivate potential lead annual giving donors through research, personalized outreach and engagement. Collaborate with the Libraries’ advancement team and leadership to identify strategies and tactics to engage and solicit donors.
• Manage award nominations for library donors, ensure proper recognition of donors on honor rolls and develop new ideas to improve donor recognition opportunities.
• Serve on the Libraries’ social media team and assist the Libraries Communications Officer in developing two issues per year of Library Connections.
• Maintain Advancement Office records.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Salary

Salary Range: $16.92 – $22.00/hour

Grade: GGS-008
University Title: Advancement Coordinator

Shift

Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with some evening/weekend hours.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Journalism, marketing, communication, advertising or public relations degree preferred.
• At least one to three years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is preferred.
• Ability to use Office and Adobe Creative Suite, and ability to learn new technologies/systems, such as our alumni database.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits.  The University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, and educational fee discounts.  For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at http://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits

Diversity Commitment

The University of Missouri is fully committed to achieving the goal of a diverse and inclusive academic community of faculty, staff and students. We seek individuals who are committed to this goal and our core campus values of respect, responsibility, discovery and excellence.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law. This policy shall not be interpreted in such a manner as to violate the legal rights of religious organizations or the recruiting rights of military organizations associated with the Armed Forces or the Department of Homeland Security of the United States of America. For more information, call the Vice Chancellor of Human Resource Services/Affirmative Action officer at 573-882-4256.

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Disability Inclusion and ADA Compliance Manager at 573-884-7278.

Congratulations to the Libraries staff who celebrated service anniversaries in 2019!

2019 University of Missouri Libraries Employees