Technical Services Operations Assistant

About the Role

Fondren Library at Rice University seeks a Technical Services Operations Assistant to support the Technical Services Department through preservation activities, purchasing, facilities coordination, and departmental operations. Working under the supervision of the Preservation Librarian, the incumbent performs a variety of tasks related to the preservation of library materials and serves as the department’s central administrative resource, coordinating office operations, communications, and administrative support.

The ideal candidate has a positive attitude, works effectively with colleagues across a wide range of functions, and possesses strong organizational skills, attention to detail, initiative, and a service-oriented approach. They also demonstrate an interest in learning about preservation and the work of a library technical services department.

This is an exclusively on-site position, with all duties performed in-person at Fondren Library.

Responsibilities

• Performs preservation activities under the direction of the Preservation Librarian, including the care, repair, stabilization, and preparation of library materials using established procedures.
• Provides administrative support for the Technical Services Department, serving as the primary point of contact for visitors, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
• Provides operational and administrative support for departmental projects and initiatives.
• Maintains records related to the binding and processing of library materials.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of experience in library support, technical services, or a related field involving detailed manual tasks and the use of library systems. In lieu of experience, additional related education may be substituted on an equivalent year-for-year basis.

Skills

• Basic computer skills and demonstrated experience with office software and email applications.
• Ability to quickly learn and accurately use the library’s primary software (ALMA) and library binding software (ABLE).
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to perform various technical tasks.
• Manual dexterity and ability to work with hands.

Pay

$18.00 - $19.50 an hour, depending on experience and skill set. This is a non-exempt (hourly) position eligible for overtime.

Benefits

This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position. For details, visit Rice University Benefits.