Job DescriptionEvening & Weekend Circulation Specialist (HR Title: Library Specialist 4) - (CEN00000067)Hourly RangeHourly Range: $23.83 per hour - $26.47 per hourAbout SMUSMU's more than 12,000 diverse, high-achieving students come from all 50 states and 90 countries to take advantage of the University's small classes, hands‑on research opportunities, leadership development, community service, international study and innovative programs. The University offers a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences and undergraduate, graduate and professional degree programs through eight schools.Now in its second century of achievement, SMU is increasingly recognized for the ways it supports students, faculty and alumni as they become ethical leaders in their professions and communities. On the most beautiful college campus in the country, SMU Mustangs are energized by unbridled opportunities – from teaching, learning and research to creativity, performance and athletic endeavor.About the PositionSMU Libraries seeks an Evening and Weekend Circulation Specialist for the Duda Family Business Library as part of a dynamic team that supports the academic experience of students and faculty within the Cox School of Business and the expanded SMU community. Reporting directly to the Director of the Business Library, the Evening and Weekend Circulation Specialist plays a vital role in promoting the combined missions of SMU Libraries, SMU Cox School of Business, and SMU.This position requires supervisory and customer‑service work experience. The Evening and Weekend Circulation Specialist will perform tasks related to the efficient functioning of the Duda Family Business Library, Ida Family Reading Room, and Kitt Investing and Trading Center. Overseeing facility operations and physical spaces; ensuring patrons are properly assisted; training and supervising student workers; and closing the facility in the evenings and on Sundays is required. Overall, the Evening and Weekend Specialist is the primary staff member responsible for ensuring consistent, high‑quality library services during evening and weekend hours.Essential FunctionsTrain, supervise, and mentor student workers, ensuring nightly closing proceduresProvide input towards student assistant hiring decisions and staffing matricesHandle circulation equipment management in library's system, Alma, by auditing inventory nightly, approving extensions for special class circumstances at close, and communicating with staff about circulation irregularitiesFollow and enforce library circulation policies and procedures, in conjunction with the SMU Libraries Access Services TeamProvide high quality customer service to all patrons, including staffing the main desk when neededMonitor facility operations and physical spaces of all library interior/exterior areas to ensure safety and emergency response readiness for the facilityMaintain orderliness and cleanliness of library spaces, including the outer Ida Family Reading Room and Kitt Investing and Trading Center, including Kitt Center preparations for events and classesOversee course reserves in library's system, Leganto, and assist with maintaining physical journal collectionsServe on the SMU Libraries Collections Team and assist in reviewing books and journals to acquire and weed outdated materialsProcess requests for extended library access as needed for business graduate students and process alumni card requestsAdminister workshop management for the Duda Family Business Library and audit participant attendance to ensure academic integrity recordsReview business research guides and suggest edits to ensure recommended resources meet evolving curriculum needsQualificationsEducation and ExperienceRequired Qualifications:High School diploma or equivalent3 years of work experienceMinimum of 1 year of supervisory experiencePreferred Qualifications:Bachelor's Degree in a business‑related field3 years of work and supervisory experience in an in‑person public service roleLibrary work experienceDemonstrated ability to provide basic technology troubleshootingKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesCandidate must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate broadly across the University and develop and maintain effective relationships with a wide range of constituencies. Must also demonstrate strong written communication skills.Candidate must possess strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to identify and analyze problems, as well as devise solutions. Must also have strong organizational, planning and time management skills.Physical and Environmental DemandsSit for long periods of timeDeadline to ApplyApplications submitted by July 9, 2026 will receive priority consideration.Open will remain open until filled.Application RequirementsTo be considered for this position, applicants are required to submit:A resume or CVA cover letter that addresses the education and experience required and preferred for this position2 letters of recommendationEEO StatementSMU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression.BenefitsSMU offers staff a broad, competitive array of health and related benefits. In addition to traditional benefits such as health, dental, and vision plans, SMU offers a wide range of wellness programs to help attract, support, and retain our employees whose work continues to make SMU an outstanding education and research institution.SMU is committed to providing an array of retirement programs that benefit and protect you and your family throughout your working years at SMU and, if you meet SMU's retirement eligibility criteria, during your retirement years after you leave SMU.#J-18808-Ljbffr