Library Access Services Specialist I

Montgomery College, Germantown Campus, has an immediate need for a Full-time Library Access Services Specialist I. The work schedule is Monday – Friday; 9:30 am – 6:00 pm with expected schedule flexibility to provide coverage based on department needs. This is a Bargaining Status, Non-exempt, Grade 17 position. For non-exempt positions, you are not eligible to work a secondary job at Montgomery College. Montgomery College promotes and creates a working and learning environment rooted in the basic tenets of fairness, belonging, and inclusiveness. This position is currently eligible for telework {1} day a week. This eligibility is subject to change based on the needs of the unit.

Duties include but are not limited to:

Provides support to in-person and virtual users in finding materials and instruction on use of library catalog, discovery services and databases.

Triages information requests to appropriate library and College units and engages in nuanced queries to answer information requests using independent judgement and discretion.

Perform responsibilities in one or more of the following core functional areas: material reserves, fines & fees, interlibrary loans, inter campus loans, periodicals maintenance, stacks maintenance and displays & events, emergency preparedness. Cross trains in these areas in order to provide necessary coverage.

Delivers directional assistance and information to orient users to the physical space of the library as well as online assistance with the use of library resources and online services.

Creates and maintains displays to increase awareness of resources and services along with recognition of various holidays, topics, and heritage months that may be of interest to Montgomery College staff, faculty, students, and members of the community as well as introduce patrons to library resources and the library’s role as a facilitator of information access.

Assists with and troubleshoots technology issues in the library including but not limited to issues with computers, laptops, tablets, assistive technology, printers, digital scanners.

Assists users with computer session management.

Responsible for maintaining data related to circulation and information services transactions, including tracking statistics.

Provides front line support on the library service desk. Delivers exceptional customer service and resolves conflicts that arise regarding library accounts and use of the physical space.

Ensures that the day-to-day operations of the library are maintained by ensuring that facilities open, close, and secures building on time.

Reports to the campus access services supervisor any issues regarding Facilities and Public Safety and assumes responsibility for operations, facilities and safety of the library during early morning, evening and weekends in the absence of the access services specialist II or the campus access services supervisor.

Interprets and implements College Policy and Procedure to ensure appropriate patron use of services, including maintaining patron confidentiality in compliance with FERPA, maintaining appropriate use of resources in compliance with U.S. Copyright Law, and maintaining appropriate use of technology in the library in compliance with the College’s Acceptable Use of Information Technology.

Checks materials in/out to patrons using the library’s integrated management system, updates and maintains patron database, and follows-up on overdue materials.

Responsible for annual testing of the library integrated management system software upgrades, in collaboration with the Lead Library Systems Analyst.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Associate’s degree or the equivalent combination of education, training, certification and/or experience that provides the required knowledge and expertise to perform the essential functions of the job may be considered.

One year of experience working in a library, or two years of administrative support or customer service experience.

Knowledge of modern office procedures and practices as applied to the operations of college libraries, library fundamentals and a library management system.

Proficient in using personal computers and Microsoft Office applications.

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Excellent customer service and active listening abilities.

Ability to demonstrate tact, courtesy, and patience in working with others.

Skilled in multitasking and managing time effectively.

Capable of working both independently and collaboratively.

High attention to detail and accuracy.

Ability to install, test, evaluate, and troubleshoot hardware, software, and related devices.

Eligible applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States and not require employer visa sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working in an academic library.

Supervisory experience.

Hiring Range: $20.04 to $25.05/hourly. Initial salary placement for new hires falls between the minimum and midpoint of the range and is based on relevant candidate experience and internal equity. The maximum salary for this position is $30.06/hourly

Application Process:

Click Here to apply online

Online applications must be received by June 4, 2025

For consideration, you must: (YOU MUST)

Include dates of employment in your application or attachment;

Submit a cover letter and Resume

For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.

As a condition of employment, the following are required at the time of hire:

Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).

Participation in a Maryland State Retirement System plan (Pension or Optional Retirement Plan, depending on the position). If you are already retired from the Maryland State Retirement System, you may not enroll in a Maryland State Retirement System plan at Montgomery College and may have earn ings restrictions, per state law.

Our benefits package includes: generous paid vacation, sick, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision, group legal benefits, professional development, retirement plan, educational assistance, tuition waiver for employee and dependents, wellness programming including onsite gyms, pools and classes.

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at or . We require at least two weeks advance notice to enable us to provide the requested accommodation.

Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff.

Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.

Closing DateWednesday, June 4, 2025

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