Student Opportunities
The library is composed of ten departments that employ students part-time (10-20 hours per week). Job duties vary for each department.
Each department head does his/her own interviewing, and hiring.
When a department head has an opening, they will request the application file and contact you by telephone if they choose to interview you.
Applications are valid for three months.
If you are NOT a U.S. citizen, please complete the attached Certificate of On-Campus Employment Eligibility form.
For your application to be valid, this form must be signed by an International Student Services employee (located in Stabler
Hall, room 304) and returned along with the application form to this office.
Thank you for applying for employment with the UALR Ottenheimer Library.
Student Employment Application Form
International Student Approval Form
Completed application forms may be turned in at the Director's Office in room 201-B, Monday through Friday, between 8 a.m. and 4:45 p.m.
Please complete the front and back of the application form, sign and date it.
Para-Professional Opportunities
There are no para-professional job opportunities at this time.
Other Classified UALR Opportunities
Professional Opportunities
Director of Technical Services
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) Ottenheimer Library invites applications for the position of Director of Technical Services, Req.# 99690, a faculty appointment with rank leading to tenure. The successful candidate will be required to meet the Library’s criteria for promotion and tenure, which include librarianship, service and scholarship/research. The position reports directly to the Dean of the Library and works closely with the Directors of Public Services, Administrative Services and Archive/Special Collections.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide administrative oversight of technical service and information technology departments (acquisitions, cataloging, collection development, serials and IT).
Participate with Dean and other Directors in the leadership and management of the Library.
Coordinate technical services and IT activities and workflow with other areas of the Library and University.
Participate in library-wide programs such as collection development, assessment, and strategic planning.
Take a leadership role, locally and nationally, in identifying and implementing new developments in the field through active participation in professional organizations.
Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
ALA-accredited MLS. Progressively responsible supervisory experience of both librarians and paraprofessionals in an academic library. At least five years of recent experience in acquisitions, cataloging, digital initiatives, serials or systems. Experience with integrated library systems and the application of technology to enhance effectiveness in library operations. Extensive knowledge and understanding of best practices, current issues and trends in technical services and library technologies. Demonstrated understanding of academic teaching and research needs. Ability to view issues from a broad library-wide perspective. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and planning skills.
PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with assessment of library services, strategic planning, and project management. Second advanced degree; qualifications for appointment at rank of Associate Professor.
For a closer look at the Library and campus, visit the library Web site or UALR Web site.
To Apply
Send cover letter referencing Req. #99690 addressing the above qualifications; curriculum vitae; name, address, phone and e-mail information of three references to Suzanne Martin, Director of Administrative Services. Electronic submissions are welcome. Application deadline is December 21, 2009. Review of applications will begin immediately.
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, affirmative action and actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, women and person with disabilities. Under Arkansas law, all applications are subject to disclosure. Persons hired must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States.
See UALR homepage and Ottenheimer Library homepage.
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