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The Atlanta University Center (AUC) Robert W. Woodruff Library is the place where forward-thinking and innovative employees work and collaborate. If you wish to become part of our talented group, continue reading to learn why we are dedicated and committed to what we do. It’s our mission! Thank you for your interest in employment with the AUC Woodruff Library.
Positions currently available:
- Head of Public Services
The Atlanta University Center (AUC) Robert W. Woodruff Library is seeking an organized and proactive Head of Public Services. The Head of Public Services will oversee the public service operations, user experience strategy, customer service model development and the implementation of innovative technology resources and planning.
About Us
The AUC Woodruff Library supports the teaching and learning missions of three institutions of higher learning that comprise the world’s largest consortium of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) – Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, and Spelman College. Our staff is diverse and represents many nations, background, and perspectives, yet we all work together to meet the needs of our students, faculty, and other stakeholders. We are an organization of transformation and growth, which means significant opportunities exist for talented and energetic individuals.
What We Offer Our Employees
- Competitive pay and benefits package
- Generous paid time off for both full-time & part-time employees
- 403(B) Retirement Plan with company catch for employees contributing between 3 – 7%.
- Thirteen (13) paid Holidays per year
- Supportive work environment
- Opportunities for advancement & career development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount program
What We Require for the Head of Public Service Role:
- Master Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA-accredited institution or a related advanced degree in relevant field.
- Minimum three to five years of progressively responsible experience in academic library, learning commons or similar environment.
- Demonstrated experience leading public services operations and/or user-centered service initiatives.
- Experience supervising professional staff and managing teams.
- Experience developing customer service models or user experience strategies.
- Experience managing or supporting technology-rich learning environments, makerspaces, or digital labs.
Preferred Experience & Credentials:
- Experience establishing or leading a User Experience (UES) program or team.
- Experience managing makerspace technologies (e.g., 3D printing, media production tools).
- Experience developing programming that integrates technology into teaching and learning.
- Experience working in a consortium, multi-institutional, or HBCU environment.
- Familiarity with assessment frameworks and service design methodologies
Key Job Responsibilities:
- In collaboration with the Assistant Director of Public Services and Academic Engagement, provides supervision, strategic direction, and leadership for the User Experience Team and public services points
- Provide direct supervision to oversee the management, operation, and strategic development of the Technology Design Studio and associated audio-visual labs and creative spaces.
- Implement staffing models, workflows, and service standards that align with user needs and institutional priorities.
- Collaborate with the Assistant Director to align public services with broader academic engagement strategies such as research and reference services and student success services
- Implement customer service frameworks that promote consistency, accessibility, and inclusivity at all public services points in the Library
- Manage and maintain public technology resources, including Windows and Apple computers, productivity and creative software, multimedia workstations, recording studios, audiovisual equipment, and 3D printers, to support teaching, learning, research, and creative production.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Interested applicants should submit an official application on our website using this link.The Atlanta University Center (AUC) Robert W. Woodruff Library is a place where forward-thinking and innovative employees work and collaborate. If you wish to become part of our talented group, please apply today!
The Robert W. Woodruff Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Social Sciences Librarian
The Atlanta University Center (AUC) Robert W. Woodruff Library is a collaborative, service-oriented Social Science Librarian. The Social Sciences Librarian serves as the primary subject liaison for Education, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Government Documents, Human Services, and Kinesiology, Sports Studies & Physical Education. The position provides research support, information literacy instruction, collection development, and faculty outreach to advance teaching, learning, and scholarly research.
About Us
The AUC Woodruff Library supports the teaching and learning missions of three institutions of higher learning that comprise the world’s largest consortium of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) – Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, and Spelman College. Our staff is diverse and represents many nations, background, and perspectives, yet we all work together to meet the needs of our students, faculty, and other stakeholders. We are an organization of transformation and growth, which means significant opportunities exist for talented and energetic individuals.
What We Offer Our Employees
- Competitive pay and benefits package
- Generous paid time off for both full-time & part-time employees
- 403(B) Retirement Plan with company catch for employees contributing between 3 – 7%.
- Thirteen (13) paid Holidays per year
- Supportive work environment
- Opportunities for advancement & career development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee discount program
What We Require for the Social Science Librarian Role:
- Master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program
- Academic background or demonstrated subject knowledge in one or more assigned subject areas, including the social sciences, business, education, criminal justice, social work, public administration, human services, kinesiology, or related disciplines.
- Familiarity with research methodologies, scholarly communication, and teaching practices in the social sciences and related disciplines.
- Experience providing reference, research assistance, instruction, and/or liaison services in an academic or research library setting
- Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills, with a demonstrated commitment to equity, access, cultural competency, and student success.
Preferred Experience & Credentials:
- Second graduate degree or significant graduate coursework in a relevant subject area such as Business, Economics, Education, Criminal Justice, Social Work, Public Administration, Human Services, Kinesiology, or a related discipline.
- Experience with collection development and assessment in the social sciences, business, education, or related subject areas.
- Experience supporting data literacy, government information, statistics, or other specialized research resources.
- Familiarity with digital scholarship, data resources, emerging research technologies, and/or other tools that support social science research and teaching.
- Experience working in a Historically Black College or University (HBCU), minority-serving institution, or culturally specific academic setting.
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with faculty to integrate library resources, research strategies, and information literacy into courses, assignments, capstone experiences, and other academic projects.
- Develop and maintain subject-specific Research Guides, bibliographies, instructional materials, and other online research resources tailored to the needs of AUC students and faculty.
- Develop and manage library collections in assigned subject areas by evaluating print and electronic resources and recommending materials that support the curriculum, current scholarship, and the research needs of the AUC community.
- Participate in library outreach, workshops, public programming, assessment initiatives, professional development, library governance, and collaborative projects that advance the mission and strategic priorities of the AUC Woodruff Library.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Interested applicants should submit an official application on our website using this link.The Atlanta University Center (AUC) Robert W. Woodruff Library is a place where forward-thinking and innovative employees work and collaborate. If you wish to become part of our talented group, please apply today!
The Robert W. Woodruff Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
- Security Services Officer
Full Time
Manual LaborThe Atlanta University Center (AUC) Robert W. Woodruff Library is seeking an organized and proactive Security Services Officer. The Security Services Officer will patrol the building, parking lots and grounds to ensure security and prevent damage to or loss of company and employee property. She/he will also assist in securing the safety of the Library’s property, patrons, visitors, and staff.
About Us
The AUC Woodruff Library supports the teaching and learning missions of three institutions of higher learning that comprise the world’s largest consortium of Historically Black Colleges & Universities (HBCUs) – Clark Atlanta University, Morehouse College, and Spelman College. Our staff is diverse and represents many nations, background, and perspectives, yet we all work together to meet the needs of our students, faculty, and other stakeholders. We are an organization of transformation and growth, which means significant opportunities exist for talented and energetic individuals.
What We Offer Our Employees
- Competitive Pay and Benefits Package
- Generous Paid Time Off for both Full-Time & Part-Time Employees
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match for employees contributing between 3 – 7%.
- 13 Paid Holidays Per Year
- Supportive Work Environment
- Opportunities for Advancement & Career Development
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Employee Discount Program
What We Require for the Security Services Officer Role:
- Highschool diploma/GED or vocational school diploma
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience in security
- Ability to pass a criminal background and drug screen.
- Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills
- Ability to sit, stand, and walk for extended periods; running may be required to address and report emergency incidents.
- Flexibility to work evenings, overnight, and weekends as required.
- Good verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Experience & Credentials:
- Military or law enforcement experience
Key Job Responsibilities:
- Provides first response to Library customer service including, but not limited to, handling patron service requests and providing building directional layout.
- Make routine rounds of the building and grounds by vehicle or walking.
- Responds to building alarm notices.
- Monitor all entrances during the arrival and departure of employees at main shift changes.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Interested applicants should submit an official application on our website using this link.The Robert W. Woodruff Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. To learn more about our Library visit us online at www.auctr.edu.
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