Library Technical Assistant

Salary: Depends on Qualifications Location : Gulfport, FLJob Type: Full-Time StaffDivision: College of Law | Vice DeanDepartment: Law LibraryOpening Date: 12/18/2025Closing Date: ContinuousFLSA: Non-ExemptBargaining Unit: N/AJob DescriptionPosition Summary: The Library Technical Assistant position supports Stetson University by providing a friendly library user experience and keeping our resources neat and up to date. Serving as a member of the Law Library Team, the Library Technical Assistant will work regular hours at the circulation, maintain library resources, and assist with copy cataloguing and the processing of library materials. In alignment with , the Library Assistant will promote a people-centered, high-performing and relationship-rich culture of inclusive excellence.Essential Job Functions and Responsibilities: Employment duties include, but are not limited to:Copy cataloguingChecking in serialsProcess, shelve, and as necessary, claim law library materialsWork regularly scheduled hours at the circulation deskLibrary collection and stacks maintenance, including shelf-readingMaintenance of library equipment including printers, copiers, and microform reader/printersInterlibrary loansElectronic records maintenanceStudy room reservationsAssist with managing up-to-date patron recordsAssist in maintenance and revision of policy and procedure manualsProvides back-up when needed for receiving, sorting, and processing incoming campus mailMaintains a collaborative work environment and works well with othersOther duties as assignedRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: The knowledge, skills, and abilities for this role include: Familiarity with copy cataloguing and serial check-in proceduresMS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)Familiarity with use of online library databases preferredFamiliarity with use of office equipment including shredder, copier, printer, scanner, and microform reader/printers preferredFamiliarity with WMS ILS or other ILS preferredFamiliarity with use of an automated postage meter machineSupport the University's in their role.Required Qualifications: This position requires: High school diploma/GED required.Should possess excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as strong customer service skills.Ability to work as a positive team player.Good organization skills, flexibility, the ability to multi-task, sound judgment and a high level of interpersonal skills are required.Must be detail-oriented with excellent follow-through.Flexibility to work outside the normal assigned schedule when requested.Desire to join a distinct university community committed to inclusive excellence, kindness, and collaboration, as it seeks to move Forward Together in making our community and world a better place. Ideal Candidate Qualifications: The ideal candidate's qualifications include: Additional undergraduate education is a plus.Academic or public library experience preferred.Work Environment: Work duties performed primarily in temperature-controlled environment; some customer interaction. Bending, twisting, reaching, and stooping. Lifting occasionally up to 30 lbs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May require travel between the Tampa and Gulfport campuses.Work authorization sponsorship may be available for this position. However, sponsorship is contingent upon the non-applicability of the visa petition fees outlined in the relevant Executive Order signed September 19, 2025. Due to the recent federally-mandated increased financial expense, the university is not in a position to absorb this significantly increased cost of sponsorship for new H-1B petitions at this time. International candidates are encouraged to apply, but should be aware that eligibility for sponsorship will be evaluated in accordance with current U.S. immigration regulations and institutional policies.This position is benefit eligible. Stetson University offers a variety of benefits for our full-time employees including comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance, employer paid life and disability insurance, generous leave and holiday benefits, employer retirement contributions, tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents, and others. All employees are also eligible to enjoy our Hatter Perks which include a variety of discounts and special privileges within our community.