Description

Nature of Work: This position typically reports to a Librarian or other appropriate administrator. The position performs complex and specialized tasks requiring advanced skills in library specialization areas of data and statistical analyses. The position develops, administers analysis's tools for evaluation and assessment of library collections and services Work may involve management of curation systems, creation of a data warehouse on key statistical measures, management of utilization tracking systems, or promotion and systems development to support USF's role as the institutional repository of grant data. The Coordinator, Library Collections requires the creation of new bibliographic data, information analysis, or storage systems.

Such decisions have significant consequence of error and meet the FLSA criteria for an administrative exemption. In contrast, the Library Specialist and Collections Specialist classes involve primarily the technical use of existing records. A Coordinator, Library Operations may supervise temporary or student employees. However, supervisors of permanent staff will generally be classified as Manager, Library Operations. The Coordinator, Library Operations does not have the faculty (University Librarian) roles of teaching, research, and service.

• This position requires a bachelor's degree in an appropriate field with two years of work experience in a library. Appropriate college coursework may substitute for the required experience.
• Senate Bill 1310- The Florida Senate (https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2023/1310) is conditional upon meeting all employment eligibility requirements in the U.S.
  • SB 1310: Substitution of Work Experience for Postsecondary Education Requirements. A public employer may include a postsecondary degree as a baseline requirement only as an alternative to the number of years of direct experience required, not to exceed:
  • (a) Two years of direct experience for an associate degree
  • (b) Four years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree
  • (c) Six years of direct experience for a master's degree
  • (d) Seven years of direct experience for a professional degree; or
  • (e) Nine years of direct experience for a doctoral degree
  • Related work experience may not substitute for any required licensure, certification, or registration required for the position of employment as established by the public employer and indicated in the advertised description of the position of employment.
  • Minimum Qualifications that require a high school diploma are exempt from SB 1310.

Working at USF
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With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.
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About USF
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The University of South Florida is a top-ranked research university serving approximately 50,000 students from across the globe at campuses in Tampa, St. Petersburg, Sarasota-Manatee and USF Health. USF is recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 50 public university and the best value in Florida. U.S. News also ranks the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine as the No. 1 medical school in Florida and in the highest tier nationwide. USF is a member of the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group that includes only the top 3% of universities in the U.S. With an all-time high of $738 million in research funding in 2024 and as a top 20 public university for producing U.S. patents, USF uses innovation to transform lives and shape a better future. The university generates an annual economic impact of more than $6 billion. USF's Division I athletics teams compete in the American Athletic Conference. Learn more at www.usf.edu .
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Compliance and Federal Notices
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This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
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Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws :
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The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.
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Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
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Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process.
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Equal Employment Opportunity
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The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. This job description does not constitute an employment contract.

• Data Curation and Analysis: Collects, combines, analyzes, and presents, including visually, data from vendors, publishers, and library systems to inform collection enhancement and discovery. Manage systems that track client use of resources. Monitor trends and usage of library content, creating and maintaining a data warehouse for key statistical measures. Acts as a liaison between the USF Health colleges and the bookstore in textbook affordability initiatives, particularly related to textbook availability and usage. Accuracy is critical; must be familiar with the current library services platform serials, acquisitions, and electronic resources modules and maintain statistical usage dashboards for a variety of library materials.
• Serials: Utilizes e-resources management systems to track resources and assist with keeping electronic journal and database access links up to date in the current library services platform and website.
• Electronic Resources: Troubleshoots electronic resource access issues, including authentication issues and communicating with vendors, when necessary, to facilitate discovery and retrieval.
• Perform Passport Service functions as part of the USF Health Libraries Passport Program. Functions may include conducting appointments, taking payment, mailing applications, follow-up with clients, and periodic training/re-training.
• Archives & Special Collections: Responsible for proper organization and storage for archives and special collections, including digital. Assist in the processing of archives and special collections, and development of workflows and policies. This position may be required to learn archival techniques and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.