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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS - **Company:** Penn State University - **Location:** State College, PA, United States (Remote available) - **Salary:** $40,608.0 - $58,836.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Access, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Databases, Microsoft Software, Open Source Technology, Microsoft PowerPoint - **Published:** July 27, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f929d7631eb65f5b ## About the Role * Effective written and verbal communication skills; outstanding attention to detail and accuracy * Excellent interpersonal skills; inclusive and respectful when working with others * Demonstrated ability to thrive in collaborative, team-oriented environments, * Formal writing and editing skills * Working knowledge of Microsoft software (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), and general office equipment, including flatbed scanners and copiers * Experience with database searching, retrieval tools, and other library systems * Experience successfully interacting with and communicating with a wide variety of library patrons, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, and community users Experience with archival processes and procedures for accessioning, arrangement and description, and preservation is highly desired., Bachelor's Degree 1+ years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience accepted Required Certifications: None, Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. Penn State does not sponsor or take over sponsorship of a staff employment Visa. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. ## Description The Library Services Specialist will support two departments in the library: Archives and Special Collections as the primary department with additional responsibilities in Access Services. Major responsibilities in each department include: * In Archives and Special Collections : assist the archivist with day-to-day management of administrative and archival processing priorities, including Reader Services and Collections Management. * In Access Services : provide services in circulation, interlibrary loan, and room scheduling to ensure that the library's collections and spaces are accessible to library patrons., * Collaborate with the archivist, staff, and students on acquisitions, appraisal, and arrangement/description of archival materials * Support collection management, including processing and integration into ArchivesSpace * Create and implement processing plans for new and existing collections * Prepare and revise finding aids and collection descriptions * Determine appropriate housing, storage, and conservation needs * Apply inclusive and reparative description practices in alignment with ethical stewardship goals * Contribute to digitization projects, including scanning, file management, and metadata creation * Participate in preservation-related activities and general collections care * Assist with instruction support, including paging materials and preparing for class sessions * Support reader services and respond to reference inquiries (in person, phone, email, mail) * Contribute to outreach, exhibitions, and other assigned special projects * Support collections security and broader risk-awareness practices * Assist with other special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned Access Services * Provide excellent customer service to all users including the areas of circulation, interlibrary loan, and room scheduling * Check materials in and out and register community borrowers; maintain confidentiality of patron circulation records * Explain and work to resolve patron issues regarding library fees and overdue materials * Serve as a University contact person for situations such as medical, building, and scheduling emergencies ArchivesSpace, referenced above, is the University Libraries' open-source archives information management system., The schedule of the Library Services Specialist is anticipated to be Monday through Friday with responsibility for overseeing one closing shift (including the work of student employees on shift) a week, usually until 10 p.m., and opening the library one morning a week, usually starting at 7:30 a.m. Days/hours are subject to change according to departmental needs (e.g., changes in library hours over intersession, breaks, and holiday periods). ## Related Videos - [Kubernetes and Microservices with Multi-Model Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/382-kubernetes-and-microservices-with-multi-model-databases) - [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents) - [Developing the Rich Text Editor for DeepL.com](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1172-developing-the-rich-text-editor-for-deepl-com) - [Fault Tolerance and Consistency at Scale: Harnessing the Power of Distributed SQL Databases](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1146-fault-tolerance-and-consistency-at-scale-harnessing-the-power-of-distributed-sql-databases) - [From Syntax to Singularity: AI’s Impact on Developer Roles](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/900-from-syntax-to-singularity-ai-s-impact-on-developer-roles) - [Branch your database like your code: How schema changes and pull requests go hand in hand](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/350-branch-your-database-like-your-code-how-schema-changes-and-pull-requests-go-hand-in-hand) ## Related Articles - [Starter Kit For Job Applications For Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/7-starter-kit-for-job-applications-for-developers) - [Quick guide: How to write a Software Developer CV](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/37-quick-guide-how-to-write-a-software-developer-cv) - [Where to Find Entry-Level Software Engineering Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/397-where-to-find-entry-level-software-engineering-jobs) - [How to land a developer job in Amsterdam](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/36-how-to-land-a-developer-job-in-amsterdam) - [The Best Job Search Websites of 2025](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/368-the-best-job-search-websites-of-2025) - [System change: restart as developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/39-system-change-restart-as-developer)