Interlibrary Loan / Document Delivery Specialist

The College of Professional Programs at Eastern Washington University is currently seeking applicants for an Interlibrary Loan/Document Delivery Specialist (Library & Archives Paraprofessional 4) in the School of Libraries.

Key Responsibilities

Administers and conducts Interlibrary Loan (ILL) operations. Performs complex technical library tasks and problem solving using intensive application of specialized knowledge and skills involving ILL operations. Uses ILLiad, OCLC WorldCat, local library system (currently Ex Libris Alma/Primo system), and other library systems and databases to respond to resource-sharing requests; solves complex bibliographic and access problems in requests for resources; coordinates with other library staff to fill interlibrary loan requests through purchase or licensing as necessary; coordinates with other staff to deliver materials physically or electronically; maintains and analyzes records of ILL transactions using standard definitions and guidelines for academic libraries.

In addition to salary, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 13 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees and eligible family members, discounted EWU sports tickets and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/.

Eastern Washington University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, staff, students, and academic program offerings and to strengthening sensitivity to diversity throughout the institution. Eastern Washington University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.

Applications are open and accepted until recruitment is closed. Screening of applications will begin on April 18, 2024.

A three-day notice will be provided prior to closure of recruitment. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.

Please see job duties section for a more complete list of position responsibilities.