UTC Library Job Openings

Faculty

Manuscripts Archivist

The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) Library seeks a dynamic candidate for the 12-month, tenure eligible position of Manuscripts Archivist. This is a great opportunity for an early career professional interested in working in a collaborative environment that stresses community engagement, experiential learning, open pedagogy, and a standards-based approach to curation.

For the full job posting as well as how to apply, please visit the University posting for Manuscripts Archivist.

Staff

Access Services Specialist – Mid-shift

UTC Library’s Access Service team is looking to hire an Access Services Specialist – Mid-shift, who supports the UTC Campus's educational, research, and outreach goals by providing excellent customer service at key service points within the UTC Library with tasks including: providing access to materials in all formats, including equipment, fulfilling patron requests, assisting with all types of questions, troubleshooting and resolving patron problems, assisting with opening and closing the Library as needed, and enforcing and explaining policy. This position is full time with benefits, working a total of four days a week for 33 hours per week. Successful candidates will be required to work Saturdays. A sample schedule would be reporting to work Wednesday and Thursday 9am-6pm, Friday and Saturday 11:00am-8:30pm. Scheduled work hours may vary based on operational need and the academic calendar.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

• Circulate library materials and technologies and perform all related tasks, including processing returns.
• Create and manage patron library accounts including troubleshooting and collecting fines and fees.
• Answer directional, information, research, and technology questions in-person, online, and via telephone.
• Assist and troubleshoot with printing, network connectivity, productivity software, and rooms.
• Perform tasks related to the fulfillment of patron interlibrary loan/resource sharing and digitization requests

Minimum Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED and two years of relevant experience.

Preferred Education and Experience: Bachelor's degree and experience within a library or equivalent combination of experience/training.

The full job posting can be viewed on the university's jobs portal. Applications are accepted through this platform. Review of applications will begin April 10, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by this date will receive priority consideration.

Student Employment

Thank you for your interest in student employment at UTC Library. Available positions can be reviewed and applied for online.

Writing and Communication Center Peer Writing Consultant

The WCC is hiring peer writing consultants for Fall 2023!

Position Description:

The WCC helps students, faculty, and staff with all types of writing or communication projects at any stage in the process. Peer Writing Consultants provide one to one writing tutoring to students across a variety of disciplines and backgrounds, including offering on the spot feedback, explaining writing-related concepts, and helping students make revision plans. In addition to providing online writing consultations, our consultants assist at our front desk, teach workshops, give class presentations, develop resources, and participate in ongoing training and professional development.

Job Requirements:

We are looking for students with strong written and oral communication skills who are interested in learning how to teach and mentor others. Applicants should also have knowledge of the writing process; be friendly, motivated, polite, professional; and have the ability to successfully communicate with students with a variety of learning styles. Successful completion of ENGL 1010 (or equivalent) is required. On-the-job training will be provided, and students from any major who possess these qualifications are encouraged to apply.

To Apply:

Student applicants can submit their application materials (resume, cover letter, and a writing sample) through Handshake.

If you have questions about the position or the application process, please email us at [email protected].