University of South Florida Libraries
Coordinator, Library Collections
University of South Florida Libraries, Tampa, Florida, us, 33646
Location: 12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL, 33612, US.
Salary: $45,000 - $50,000 per year.
Job ID: 42241
Posting Date: 01/05/2026, 01:57 PM
Apply Before: 01/19/2026, 05:00 AM
Job Description The USF Health Libraries seek a Coordinator of Library Collections to leverage data analysis skills for improving collections and enhancing discovery.
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 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 generally are classified as Manager, Library Operations. The Coordinator, Library Operations does not have the faculty (University Librarian) roles of teaching, research, and service.
Responsibilities
Data Curation and Analysis: Collect, combine, analyze, and present data from vendors, publishers, and library systems to inform collection enhancement and discovery. Manage systems that track client use of resources, monitor trends, and maintain a data warehouse for key statistical measures. Act as liaison between USF Health colleges and the bookstore in textbook affordability initiatives, particularly related to textbook availability and usage. Accuracy is critical; must be familiar with current library services platform serials, acquisitions, and electronic resources modules and maintain statistical usage dashboards for a variety of library materials.
Serials: Utilize 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: Troubleshoot electronic resource access issues, including authentication issues and communicating with vendors to facilitate discovery and retrieval.
Perform Passport Service functions as part of the USF Health Libraries Passport Program, including conducting appointments, taking payment, mailing applications, following 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 processing archives and special collections, and develop workflows and policies. May be required to learn archival techniques and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Requires a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field with two years of work experience in a library. Appropriate college coursework may substitute for required experience.
Senate Bill 1310: Service of employment eligibility requirements in the U.S. and substitution of work experience for postsecondary education requirements. (Provide summary: e.g., Two years of direct experience for associate degree, four years for bachelor’s, etc.)
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.
Compliance and Federal Notices This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws 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.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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.
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Salary: $45,000 - $50,000 per year.
Job ID: 42241
Posting Date: 01/05/2026, 01:57 PM
Apply Before: 01/19/2026, 05:00 AM
Job Description The USF Health Libraries seek a Coordinator of Library Collections to leverage data analysis skills for improving collections and enhancing discovery.
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 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 generally are classified as Manager, Library Operations. The Coordinator, Library Operations does not have the faculty (University Librarian) roles of teaching, research, and service.
Responsibilities
Data Curation and Analysis: Collect, combine, analyze, and present data from vendors, publishers, and library systems to inform collection enhancement and discovery. Manage systems that track client use of resources, monitor trends, and maintain a data warehouse for key statistical measures. Act as liaison between USF Health colleges and the bookstore in textbook affordability initiatives, particularly related to textbook availability and usage. Accuracy is critical; must be familiar with current library services platform serials, acquisitions, and electronic resources modules and maintain statistical usage dashboards for a variety of library materials.
Serials: Utilize 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: Troubleshoot electronic resource access issues, including authentication issues and communicating with vendors to facilitate discovery and retrieval.
Perform Passport Service functions as part of the USF Health Libraries Passport Program, including conducting appointments, taking payment, mailing applications, following 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 processing archives and special collections, and develop workflows and policies. May be required to learn archival techniques and procedures.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Requires a bachelor’s degree in an appropriate field with two years of work experience in a library. Appropriate college coursework may substitute for required experience.
Senate Bill 1310: Service of employment eligibility requirements in the U.S. and substitution of work experience for postsecondary education requirements. (Provide summary: e.g., Two years of direct experience for associate degree, four years for bachelor’s, etc.)
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.
Compliance and Federal Notices This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check.
Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Laws 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.
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five 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.
Equal Employment Opportunity 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.
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