University of Pennsylvania Hiring for IPC Access Services Librarian at Van Pelt Library Full Time

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn’s distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America’s Best Large Employers in 2023.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

Posted Job TitleIPC Access Services LibrarianJob Profile TitleLibrarian BJob Description SummaryAbout the Penn Libraries

The Penn Libraries provides a network of information resources and knowledge services that are vital to teaching, research, and learning at the University of Pennsylvania. This network includes 19 physical libraries, recognized for their collections, and a digital library known for innovation and richness of content. Through dynamic programming and exhibitions, and through the acquisition and preservation of literary and artistic artifacts, the Penn Libraries documents a wealth of social and historical periods, bringing scholarship to life at the University and in the various communities it serves.

Reporting to the Director of the Information Processing Center (IPC), the IPC-Access Services Librarian will be responsible for workflows spanning across the Information Processing Center and Access Services. In coordination with members of the IPC and Access Services Management Teams, the IPC-Access Services librarian will manage special projects spanning both departments, develop standardized training material and documentation of policies and workflows, provide cataloging and metadata support for transfers, hidden collections, and stacks management, provide programmatic oversight for Resource Sharing and scanning operations in both print and microforms at Van Pelt and LIBRA, and serve as a liaison for user experience at Van Pelt.Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Manage projects in Van Pelt Access Services.
• Support cataloging and metadata processes for transfers, hidden collections, and stacks management.
• Serve as a resource / liaison for the user experience at Van Pelt.
• Provide programmatic support for Resource Sharing.
• Develop standardized training materials and documentation for policies and workflows spanning the IPC and Access Services.
• Create, establish, and identify workflows and manage processes spanning the IPC and Access Services.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library science program and/or graduate degree in a subject-related field, and 2-3 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing effective work routines and procedures.
• Ability to work both independently and with others in a dynamic and collaborative work environment.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, with an excellent knowledge of English, including ability to understand, interpret and write complex documentation.
• Experience working with an integrated library system, OCLC Connexion, and related cataloging and metadata tools. Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

• Familiarity with non-MARC metadata schemas.
• Experience with batch-loading records and performing global updates.
• Familiarity with off-site library storage operations, policies, and procedures.
• Familiarity with resource sharing platforms (OCLC WorldShare ILL, ILLiad, ReShare, Alma Resource Sharing/Rapido, etc.) Familiarity with library access services workflows- e.g. Circulation, Reserves, ILL/Resource Sharing, Stacks & Collection Management.
• Familiarity with scanning and library digitization technology, operations, and best practices.

Application Requirement

• A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV; multiple documents are allowed.

Job Location – City, StatePhiladelphia, PennsylvaniaDepartment / SchoolUniversity LibraryPay Range$43,919.00 – $68,290.00 Annual RateSalary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile. Affirmative Action Statement
Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.Special Requirements
Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.University Benefits

• Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
• Tuition: Take advantage of Penn’s exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
• Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
• Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
• Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you’re newly hired, you won’t have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
• Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That’s why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
• Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
• University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University’s libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There’s always something going on at Penn, whether it’s a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you’re right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
• Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you’ll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
• Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
• Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
• Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

To learn more, please visit: https://www.hr.upenn.edu/PennHR/benefits-pay