Learning Commons User Services Manager

Old Dominion University

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 2 days ago

    Highlights

    Considerable interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; Considerable time management and organizational skills to plan and prioritize work to meet deadlines; Considerable ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making within general guidelines; Considerable ability to supervise, train and evaluate a diverse library staff and student assistants; Considerable ability to follow and interpret policies and procedures in performing detailed work; Considerable ability to work well in a diverse team environment, as well as independently; Considerable experience working in a library. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNorfolk, VA

    Description

    Posting Details

    Position Information

    Role Title Library Specialist II Role Code 29052 Pay Band 04

    Posting Details

    Working Title Learning Commons User Services Manager Position Number 00058A Department LIBRARY PUBLIC SERVICES Location Norfolk, VA Type of Position Classified Type of Job Full Time EEO Category C Technicians Job Description

    The position manages all user services in the Learning Commons at Perry Library, including help desk, equipment loan program, and workshops/events hosted in the Learning Commons, to ensure that all services function efficiently and effectively. Provides high quality customer service at the help desk and assists users with research, circulation, library, student support services and technical questions. Trains, supervises, and evaluates classified and hourly staff that support the activities listed above.

    Type of Recruitment Knowledge, skills and abilities

    Considerable knowledge of effective customer service and problem resolution techniques

    Considerable problem solving and critical thinking skills

    Considerable interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills;

    Considerable time management and organizational skills to plan and prioritize work to meet deadlines;

    Considerable ability to exercise independent judgment and decision making within general guidelines;

    Considerable ability to supervise, train and evaluate a diverse library staff and student assistants;

    Considerable ability to follow and interpret policies and procedures in performing detailed work;

    Considerable ability to work well in a diverse team environment, as well as independently;

    Considerable experience working in a library

    Working knowledge of circulation functions, including using an integrated library system for circulation

    Basic knowledge of library research resources.

    Basic skills in word processing and spreadsheet applications;

    Special licenses, registration or certification

    None

    Education or training

    None

    Level and type of experience

    Considerable experience working in a library public services unit

    Additional Considerations (supplemental knowledge, skills, abilities, education, experience, licensure, certification)

    Considerable work experience in a library public services unit.

    Some experience working with media equipment

    Some experience working in higher education

    Some experience in using online research databases.

    Conditions of Employment

    NA

    Annual Salary/Hourly Rate Salary is commensurate with education and experience and begins at $ - 44,193

    Posting Detail Information

    Job Requisition Number S03407 Job Open To General Public Open Date 08/10/2026 Close Date 08/31/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary

    Please provide current names and contact information for three professional references, preferably current or former supervisors.

    Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check. College Home Page https://odu.edu/library Department Home Page https://odu.edu/library Equity Statement

    It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

    Reasonable Accommodation Request

    If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Division of Talent Management and Culture at (757)683-3141.

    Alternative Hiring Process

    In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth's Alternative Hiring Process.

    To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly called a Certificate of Disability) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans may also apply via the AHP if they also provide an AHP Letter.

    To request an AHP Letter, use this link: https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx or call DARS at 800-552-5019, or DBVI at 800-622-2155.

    Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

    The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or consistent with contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

    Supplemental Questions

    Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

      • Are you a former federal employee who was terminated from a position of employment with the federal government on or after January 1, 2025, due to a reduction in the federal budget or initiatives put in place by the federal Department of Government Efficiency?
    • Yes - If yes, please upload a copy of your Standard Form (SF-50)

    • No

      • Do you now, or will you in the future, require sponsorship for an employment visa?
    • Yes

    • No

    Applicant Documents

    Required Documents

    • Resume
    • Cover Letter/Letter of Application
    • Contact Information for Professional References

    Optional Documents

    • Yellow Layoff Form
    • Blue Layoff Card
    • AHP Letter
    • Standard Form 50 (SF-50)

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