Catonsville, MD
Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore, Maryland
Baltimore, Maryland
Posted: 24-Apr-26
Location: VA
Type: Full-time
Categories:
Internal Number: 55000440
Title: Technical Services Specialist
Application Review Date: May 7, 2026
Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus
| Job Description Radford University Libraries seeks a detail-oriented staff member who excels in both independent and collaborative work environments. The ideal candidate demonstrates a strong commitment to accuracy, effective time management, and clear communication with colleagues. The Technical Services Specialist is responsible for ordering and managing books, e?books, physical media, and streaming media for Radford University Libraries. The position supports the discovery and access of library resources through copy cataloging, electronic resource maintenance, and accurate recordkeeping. This role works both independently and collaboratively and reports to the Head of Collection and Technical Services. This position reports to the Head of Collection and Technical Services and follows a Monday–Friday schedule, with the option for up to 8 hours of telework per week. |
| Required Qualifications • Demonstrated ability to perform detail-oriented work with a high level of accuracy. |
| Preferred Qualifications: • Experience editing MARC bibliographic and/or holdings records. |
| Special Instructions to Applicants Cover letter and resume are required. |
Is this position Grant Funded: No
Is this position restricted: No
Is this position eligible for telework: Yes, partial
Hours Per Week: 40
Months per Year: 12
Statement of Economic Interest Required: No
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Work Classification: Classified Staff
Employee Classification: Library Specialist I
Department: Library
Salary: Starting at $38,000 (payband 3)
Department Contact Name: Kay Johnson
Department Contact Phone: 540-831-5703
Department Contact Email: kjohnson497@radford.edu
Equal Opportunity Statement:
| Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices. |
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Criminal Background Check Statement
Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.
