Access Services Qatar Support Specialist - Georgetown University Library
Job Details:
Remote Type: On Campus
Location: Lauinger Library 3rd Floor
Time Type: Part Time
Posted On: Posted Today
End Date to Apply: May 2, 2025 (24 days left to apply)
Job Requisition ID: JR21429
Georgetown University comprises two unique campuses in the nation's capital. With the Hilltop Campus located in the heart of the historic Georgetown neighborhood, and the Capitol Campus, just minutes from the U.S. Capitol and U.S. Supreme Court, Georgetown University offers rigorous academic programs, a global perspective, and unparalleled opportunities to engage with Washington, D.C. Our community is a close-knit group of remarkable individuals driven by intellectual inquiry, a commitment to social justice, and a shared dedication to making a difference in the world.
Position Overview:
The Access Services Qatar Support Specialist is a part-time role based at the Georgetown University Library in Washington, DC, supporting the teaching, learning, and research of faculty, students, and staff at the Georgetown University School of Foreign Service (SFS-Q) campus in Doha, Qatar. The work schedule is 8 am to Noon, Monday-Friday, in the Access Services Department of Georgetown University Library.
Responsibilities:
- Fulfill Qatar users' requests for books, media, book chapters, and articles, expediting delivery of these items.
- Oversee Service/Reserves Desk, Stacks, and Resource Sharing support.
Work Interactions:
The Access Services Qatar Support Specialist reports directly to the Resource Sharing Services Supervisor, who in turn reports directly to the Access Services Department Head, along with 11 FTE positions. The incumbent communicates via email and through various systems with SFS Q-Library staff, works closely with Access Services staff in Resource Sharing, fulfilling Print Collections, circulation and special project assignments, and interacts daily with students, faculty, and staff during regularly scheduled shifts.
Requirements and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree
- 1 year of library experience
- Demonstrated familiarity with the role of academic libraries meeting the information needs of students, faculty, and staff
- Good oral and written communication skills
- Strong public service orientation
- Computer literate - familiar with Windows desktop, word processing, Excel, and e-mail software
- Familiarity with reformatting technologies (Adobe Capture, Adobe Acrobat)
- Ability to adjust to periods of increased workflow and to work as part of a team in a complex, changing environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience searching bibliographic databases and integrated library systems
- 1 year of Academic Library experience
- Ability to be diplomatic and negotiate disputes
- Supervisory experience
Work Mode Designation:
This position has been designated as On-Campus. Please note that work mode designations are regularly reviewed to meet the evolving needs of the University.
Submission Guidelines:
Please submit a resume for each position of interest for which you believe you are qualified. Documents are not kept on file for future positions.
Need Assistance:
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at or .
EEO Statement:
Georgetown University is fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic.
Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts, and an array of voluntary insurance options.