We are seeking a natural problem-solver with the desire to find new and innovative ways of working with new technologies and help colleagues and students, particularly within a Library environment.
We require a reliable, self-motivated and team-orientated person, with excellent Office365 skills, good interpersonal and communication skills, to join our Systems and Services teams and help us provide an efficient and welcoming enquiry service to our users in this busy section of the Library.
You will also undertake clerical duties as well as regular shelving and stock handling duties.
Experience of library work, including dealing directly with library users, would be an advantage as would a working knowledge of MS Teams.
You Will Have
- A good honours degree or equivalent
- Experience of university libraries or other service-oriented work including dealing directly with users
- Good interpersonal skills for customer care and team working
- Working knowledge of MS Office365
- The ability to cope with the physical demands of the job
Applications should be made via the University’s online application system. Please ensure you write a full and informative cover statement within the additional information section. Give evidence of your experiences relating to the job description and personal specification and give details of why you are interested in this role.
Closing date: 15/11/2020
Interview date: TBC
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Informal contact details
Contact Role
Systems Manager
Contact Name
Sam Tyler
Contact Email
s.c.tyler@reading.ac.uk
The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and is a Diversity Champion for Stonewall, the leading LGBT+ rights organisation. Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. However, non-EEA candidates who do not already have permission to work in the UK should note that this role is not recognised as a graduate level job by UK Visas and Immigrationand the Tier 2 sponsorship route is not available for non-graduate level occupations. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.
