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Portland State University: General Education Librarian

The Portland State University Library seeks an enthusiastic and collaborative General Education Librarian to join the dynamic campus community of Oregon’s most affordable and diverse public research university.

In coordination with the supervisor, the General Education Librarian provides library instruction primarily for undergraduate general education programs and initiatives as defined by the University Library. These programs include the University Studies program, writing composition, and others related to the undergraduate curriculum and student experience. The General Education Librarian also creates, and participates in the assessment of, online learning objects, web tutorials, guides, and other learning platforms relevant to general education. The position also provides reference and information services for the University’s students, faculty, staff, and the general public.


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This posting will be removed after July 13, 2025

University of Oregon: Director of Collection Strategies

"The University of Oregon Libraries is searching for a dedicated Director of Collection Strategies to engage in the strategic development and collection management of scholarly resources. If you’re passionate about library acquisitions, electronic resource management, fostering innovation, and building high-performing , inclusive teams, we encourage you to apply. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with stakeholders to plan, develop, interpret, and implement system-wide policies and procedures for scholarly resources. We value diverse perspectives and welcome candidates from all backgrounds - even if you don't meet every preferred qualification. Apply today!"

Here is the link to apply: https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/535410/director-of-collection-strategies

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This posting will be removed after July 13, 2025

Portland State University: Assistant Manager of Access Services and Library Technology

The Portland State University Library seeks applicants for a full-time Assistant Manager of Access Services and Library Technology, an exciting new leadership position in a fast-paced and collaborative academic environment. 

The Assistant Manager is the leader of and an active participant in the day-to-day operations of the Library Technology Support Team. They direct their team’s technology purchasing and documentation, computing lab and study room management, and provision of computer hardware and software support to Library patrons and employees. As part of the Access Services unit, the Assistant Manager works at the Circulation Desk, ensuring staff and student employees provide excellent customer service. 

For more information and to apply, please see: https://jobs.hrc.pdx.edu/postings/47375

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This posting will be removed after July 16, 2025

University of Oregon: Library Coordinator

Join Our Team as a Library Coordinator at University of Oregon's Portland Campus! The UO Portland Library is seeking a Library Coordinator to join our team and support students, faculty, and researchers. This person will serve as a key link between UO Libraries and the Portland campus, playing a crucial role in delivering top-notch service and support. This position is perfect for someone who is passionate about helping others, enjoys working in a tech-forward environment, and thrives in a collaborative, customer-focused environment. If you're ready to make an impact and grow with us, apply today!

Link to apply: https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/535435/library-coordinator
Work type: Classified Staff
Location: Portland, OR
Department: Libraries
Classification: Library Technician 3
Salary: $19.68 - $29.67/hour
Review of Applications Begins: June 1, 2025; position open until filled.

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This posting will be removed after July 19, 2025

University of Washington: China Studies Librarian

Position:

China Studies Librarian

Location: 

University of Washington, Seattle, WA

Overview: 

Reporting to the Director of the Tateuchi East Asia Library (TEAL), the China Studies Librarian provides liaison services to the China Studies Program, the Taiwan Studies Program, the East Asia Center, and Asian Language and Literature: Chinese. The position selects materials and manages the acquisitions budget for the Chinese and Taiwan collection; provides bibliographic and reference assistance to users of materials on Chinese/Taiwan studies; and provides user orientation and instruction to students and faculty in the programs. The position also collaborates effectively within a team environment and works closely with other subject librarians at the TEAL and serves as a member of the Arts & Humanities Liaison Team. 

Apply here: 

http://apply.interfolio.com/169410

Priority review date:

Applications received by 8:59 p.m. PDT/11:59 p.m. EDT on Sunday, July 27, 2025, will receive priority review. Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a rolling weekly basis at the discretion of the unit. 

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This posting will be removed after July 27, 2025

Oregon State University: University Records Manager

The Oregon State University Libraries and Press (OSULP) invites applicants for the University Records Manager position in the Special Collections and Archives Research Center (SCARC).  This position is responsible for coordinating records management services and workflows within OSULP and across OSU, including: the development, implementation, timely revisions of records management policies and retention schedules, oversight of the offsite storage vendor (Iron Mountain) contract and on-going activities related to record retrievals and returns, and identifying university records with long-term historical or administrative value for inclusion in the SCARC collections. The University Records Manager works collaboratively with academic and administrative units across OSU to apply policies and retention schedules, and to educate OSU employees and students about records management.

This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.

 

Salary range is $65,000-$75,000.

 

To review the full position description and apply, visit: https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/postings/170355

 

Closing date: August 1, 2025 

 

Posting #P09248UF. For additional information contact Beth Shields at beth.shields@oregonstate.edu 

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This posting will be removed after August 1, 2025

University of Washington: Metadata Librarian

Position:

Metadata Librarian

Location: 

University of Washington, Seattle, WA

Overview: 

The University of Washington Libraries seeks a Metadata Librarian to oversee metadata creation and maintenance for the Libraries’ digital collections. Reporting to the Co-Interim Heads of the Metadata & Cataloging Initiatives Unit, this position will contribute to strategic planning for digital collections and develop workflows for metadata creation and quality assessment. The successful candidate will have the capacity to thrive in an exciting, fluid, future-oriented Libraries environment, and to respond effectively to changing needs and priorities.

Apply here: 

https://apply.interfolio.com/169948

Priority review date:

Applications received by 8:59 p.m. PDT/11:59 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, will receive priority review. Applications received after this date will be reviewed on a rolling weekly basis at the discretion of the unit. 

 

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This posting will be removed after August 6, 2025

University of Idaho: Interlibrary Loan Supervisor

The University of Idaho Library is hiring an Interlibrary Loan Supervisor.  This full-time staff position leads and directs resource sharing services, including interlibrary loan lending and borrowing, article scanning, digitization requests and document delivery. This position supervises staff and student employees and is responsible for maintaining and improving timely and efficient resource sharing through effective management of employees and optimization of workflows, including but not limited to adoption and implementation of automated software solutions. The incumbent receives, searches, verifies and processes requests from university patrons and partner libraries; communicates with internal and external stakeholders; and assesses policies, procedures and workflow to ensure an effective and efficient operation. The Interlibrary Loan Supervisor serves within the Discovery and Acquisitions Unit.
To view the posting and apply, please visit: http://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/hr/postings/48512
Advertising Information: https://www.uidaho.edu/governance/equal-opportunity/hiring/advertising 

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This posting will be removed after August 17, 2025

Western Oregon University: Library Technician 2

Job Title: Library Technician 2

The Western Oregon University Library is accepting applicants for full-time Library Technician 2. Applicants should have knowledge of established library procedures to provide a wide variety of technical duties in support of library services including affordability and accessibility efforts, events, building maintenance, and special projects. The Library Technician 2 exercises independent judgment, resolves problems of limited complexity, and implements rules, policies, and procedures. 

For more information or to apply: https://cdn.wou.edu/hr/files/2025/06/S2528-Job-Announcment.pdf

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This posting will be removed after August 27, 2025

Western Oregon University: Access Services Assistant, Library Technician 3

Job Title: Access Services Assistant, Library Technician 3

The Western Oregon University Library is accepting applicants for full-time
Access Services Assistant, LT3. Applicants should have advanced proficiency in multiple library-specific computer applications, e.g., integrated library systems (ILS), database applications, institutional repositories, content management systems, interlibrary loan platforms.  Primary duties include arranging service hours and
staffing, circulating materials among WOU patrons and other libraries and administering such sharing, attending to technology, and contributing to student-centered and inclusive library spaces. An upper-intermediate proficiency (B2 in the CEFT scale) or higher in Spanish is strongly preferred.


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This posting will be removed after August 27, 2025