The Milton S. Eisenhower Library is the main research library of Johns Hopkins University's Sheridan Libraries and Museums. Reporting to the Print Maintenance Librarian, we are seeking a Driver/Materials Handler to provide safe and reliable transportation services for library materials between various area locations (daily 35-mile radius, with occasional transportation beyond that range). This role’s important mission relies on excellent communication & customer service skills to be successful, as well as the ability to appropriately handle sensitive materials.
Specific Duties & Responsibilities
- Load and drive cargo van, safely and dependably transporting library collections between on and off-campus facilities.
- Safely load and manipulate hand trucks, pallet jacks, and vehicle liftgates.
- Ensure the preservation & security of library materials.
- Apply best practices for handling special collections.
- Liaise with internal and external partners to schedule pick-up and deliveries.
- Support general library collections maintenance.
- Assist in data gathering for collection use analysis.
- Assist patrons.
- As needed: Handle, package, and distribute domestic & international, ingoing and outgoing mail (USPS, UPS, FedEx), using shipping software.
- Other duties as assigned.
Additional Information
- Must have valid U.S. driver's license with a good driving record.
- The hired individual will have the flexibility to choose when their workday begins, within our established workweek. If interested, please mention this during your interview.
Minimum Qualifications
- High school diploma or graduation equivalent.
- One year of related experience.
- Additional education may substitute for required experience and additional related experience may substitute for required education beyond a high school diploma/graduation equivalent, to the extent permitted by the JHU equivalency formula.
Preferred Qualifications
- Basic computer skills.
- Ability to work productively and efficiently in a time-sensitive environment.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to work independently, as well as part of a team.
- Familiarity with shipping software, or similar applications (Microsoft Excel, spreadsheets, or inventory management programs).
Classified Title: Library Assistant I
Job Posting Title (Working Title): Driver/Materials Handler (Collection Services)
Role/Level/Range: ATO 37.5/01/OC
Starting Salary Range: $15.70 - $25.25 HRLY (Commensurate w/exp.)
Employee group: Full Time
Schedule: M-F, 9am-5:30pm
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Location: Johns Hopkins Bayview
Department name: Collection Services
Personnel area: Libraries
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