Three info sessions will take place to review the LIA/LIS competency process. The sessions are voluntary and open to anyone in a LIA or LIS title or who supervises individuals in those titles. RSVP’s are not required. Online info on the process is available at http://mulibraries.missouri.edu/staff/admin/classification/reclassification.htm.
Feb. 7, 9:00-9:30 a.m., 4F51-A Ellis Library;
Feb. 8, 3:00-3:30 p.m., 330 HSL;
Feb. 9, 11:00-11:30 a.m., 4F51-A Ellis.
Library Information Specialist I, two part-time positions at 50% FTE each; $10.92/hr. Access, Collections and Technical Services, Access Services Department, Circulation Reserve Unit.
Schedule: Work 20 hours per week, including at least two evenings and probably one or more weekend slots during the regular semester. Hours will be determined by the Unit Head and the successful candidate along with others working nights and weekends in the Access Services Department. Generally the evening hours are from 4PM to midnight but may upon occasion need to be 6 PM to 2 AM to cover absence of the person working those hours regularly. A two week notice will be given before any change in schedule will be implemented on a permanent basis.
Duties: These positions will function, generally, as night supervisor at least two nights per week and possibly at least one weekend shift at the Ellis Circulation Reserve Desk with the rest of the schedule being regular daytime hours. Flexibility in scheduling will be an asset. Will be the only full time staff person on duty some of the time, supervising several student employees. Works as a team member with any other supervisor with whom schedules overlap. Serves as a resource to both patrons and other staff in other departments regarding circulation and reserve policies. During times of overlap in schedule, this person will search in the Ellis Library stacks for books which patrons and other library staff have been unable to locate during their searching. Will be responsible for the operation of the MERLIN Circulation System and reporting all problems to the appropriate departments in a timely manner. Will issue borrower cards and handle all questions relating to borrowing materials. Reports to Head of Circulation Unit.
Some physical stamina required, involving moving materials on book trucks weighing up to 100 pounds for short distances. Must be able to stand and move about several hours per day and stand on ladders and footstools as needed. Must be able to read call numbers on books located on ground level and up to nine feet in height with the use of ladders and step stools. Lighting may be diminished in some places.
Minimum Qualifications: A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary. Two years responsible office experience or related education or training beyond high school. The ability to type may be necessary depending upon the position available.
Preferred Qualifications: Because this person works evening hours, outstanding communication skills will be required since written referrals will be made for supervisors the following workday to follow up. Must be able to remain composed and make appropriate decisions during times of stress. Excellent telephone and in person interpersonal skills. Good listening skills and the ability to explain issues clearly and work to satisfactory resolution of problems. Prior library experience required. Supervisory experience is desired.
The job posting for a part-time, late-night Security Officer is cancelled.
* Security Officer (part-time) – 25-50% FTE; work nights primarily (typically, Sun-Thur 9:30 p.m.-2:30 a.m.) and 9:30 p.m.-4:30 a.m. during finals week; hours are subject to change based on the needs of the libraries and security personnel. Alternate hours and some weeknights and weekends may be scheduled on occasion. $10.50/hr. Administration, Ellis Library.
Duties: Maintain the security and integrity of Ellis Library, its employees and its patrons after library administration’s regular hours. Responsible for hourly rounds, closing procedures, locking and unlocking doors as needed, assisting patrons and staff, setting/disarming alarm systems, and responding to any emergency or situation as needed.
Provide security assistance and protection for library staff, patrons and materials and enforce library and security policies and procedures. Conduct regular, hourly building patrols changing to ½ hour patrols during finals week, open and close Ellis Library, prevent improper removal of library material, process lost and found articles, investigate and report security incidents (e.g., policy violations, thefts, emergencies, etc.). Perform special projects as assigned. Initiate communication with supervisor regarding security issues, project difficulties, etc. Flexibility in scheduling is essential; must also be willing to respond on short notice to requests for coverage. Must be able to work with minimal direct supervision.
Minimum Quals: High school diploma or equivalent is necessary. Possession of a valid Missouri driver’s license is required.
Preferred Quals: Strong interpersonal skills; ability to both follow established guidelines and appropriately respond to unique situations; effective communication skills; ability to work in various situations. Must be reachable outside of work hours when in the general area. Prior security experience helpful. Basic computer/keyboarding skills are required. Must be able to pass standard First Aid and CPR courses as well as a security background check as a condition of employment. Ability to meet project deadlines. Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff.
1/14/1974, June DeWeese
1/6/1976, Cathy Menzel
1/12/1981, David Truesdell
1/5/1987, Tony Schwartz
1/8/1990, Jerri Eldridge
1/28/1991, Gwen Gray
1/28/1991, Michael Muchow
1/11/1993, Hunter Kevil
1/18/1996, Rebecca Graves
1/21/1997, Michael Holland
1/5/1998, Anne Barker
1/31/2000, David Walsh
1/4/2001, Ed Parker
1/2/2005, Alan Jones
1/31/2005, Caroline James
1/3/2011, Darell Schmick
1/12/2011, Jackie Blonigen
Hello to Michael Wyss & Esther Schnase, new LIA’s in Access Services. Both begin their new jobs Jan. 3.
Michael is a former student assistant at the Veterinary Medical Library. Since then his job experience includes instructional television technician and screen printer.
Esther is moving up from her student assistant position in ILL-Borrowing. Esther’s work experience includes several years as a high school English teacher. Both Michael and Esther start on Jan. 3; Michael with Circulation and Esther with Reserve/Circulation.
It’s getting close to the end of the tax year and I’d like take a moment to ask you all to remind your employees to verify or update their address(es) at https://myhr.umsystem.edu. This will help ensure correct delivery of W-2 forms next January. Addresses should be updated no later than 12/31/2011!
The “HOME” address is where W-2 forms will be mailed unless a “MAILING” address is provided. For example, if a student provides us with the following:
HOME: MAILING:
123 Providence 123 Quivira
Columbia MO Overland Park, KS
We will send the W-2 to the Kansas address.
Each year we are not able to process reprints of W-2s for any reason until the middle of February (a date determined by System Payroll). Reminding your employees to update their address will help reduce the need for reprints.
Thank you for your attention to this communication!
Amy N. McKenzie
Assistant Director, HR/Payroll Operations
Parking Structure 7 | 1095 Virginia Avenue
573.882.6548 direct
Library Information Assistant – Access Services, Circulation Unit; 100% FTE, $9.05/hour; 40 hours per week, mostly evenings (at least three) and weekends with schedule adjustment during intersessions after training is completed. Training will start as daytime hours between the hours of 8-5 M-F and then will move to evening hours with a more experienced supervisor at some point during probation.
Duties: This person is generally the night supervisor at least three nights per week and possibly at least one weekend shift at the Ellis Circulation Reserve Desk with the rest of the schedule being regular daytime hours. Flexibility in scheduling will be an asset. Will be the only full time staff person on duty much of the time, supervising several student employees. Works as a team member with any other supervisor with whom schedules overlap. Serves as a resource to both patrons and other staff in other departments regarding circulation and reserve policies. During times of overlap in schedule, this person will search in the Ellis Library stacks for books which patrons and other library staff have been unable to locate during their searching. Will be responsible for the operation of the MERLIN Circulation System and reporting all problems to the appropriate departments in a timely manner. Will issue borrower cards and handle all questions relating to borrowing materials. Because this person works evening hours, outstanding communication skills will be required since written referrals will be made for supervisors the following workday to follow up. Must be able to remain calm and make appropriate decisions during times of stress. Excellent telephone and in person interpersonal skills. Good listening skills and the ability to explain issues clearly and work to satisfactory resolution of problems. Prior library experience required. Supervisory experience is desired. Some physical stamina required, involving moving materials on book trucks weighing up to 100 pounds for short distances. Must be able to stand and move about several hours per day and stand on ladders and footstools as needed. Must be able to read call numbers on books located on ground level and up to nine feet in height with the use of ladders and step stools. Lighting may be diminished in some places.
Minimum qualifications: A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary. Six months of responsible office experience is necessary. Directly related education or training may be substituted for experience. The ability to type may be necessary depending upon the position available.
Preferred qualifications: Prior library experience preferred. Supervisory experience is desired. Some physical stamina required, involving moving materials on book trucks weighing up to 100 pounds for short distances. Must be able to stand and move about several hours per day and stand on ladders and footstools as needed. Must be able to read call numbers on books located on ground level and up to nine feet in height with the use of ladders and step stools. Lighting may be diminished in some places.
A few items of interest to all employees regarding pay days this month.
For employees paid monthly, the December monthly pay date this year will be Thursday, December 23. In contrast, December retirement checks will be paid on December 30.
For employees paid bi-weekly, the pay period ending 12/10/11 will be paid on December 21 and will be included on the 2011 W-2’s.
12/1/1980, Judy Maseles
12/1/1982, Pat Jones
12/5/1983, John Kuhlman
12/17/1990, Jack Batterson