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University of Idaho

Circulation Supervisor

🇺🇸 Moscow, ID

🕑 Full-Time

💰 $18 per Hour

💻 Other

🗓️ November 17th, 2025

Edtech.com's Summary

University of Idaho is hiring a Circulation Supervisor to plan and coordinate circulation operations for the College of Law Library under the direction of the Head of Public Services. The role involves supervising staff and ensuring compliance with American Bar Association standards related to library services.

Highlights
  • Manage and coordinate circulation operations at the College of Law Library
  • Supervise one or more library staff members
  • Ensure adherence to ABA Standards 601, 602, 603(a), and Interpretation 603(1)
  • Use and troubleshoot Integrated Library System (ILS) and resource sharing applications
  • Provide customer service experience, including resolving patron complaints
  • One year of supervisory experience required, including performance assessment and conflict resolution
  • High School Diploma or equivalent required; Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Compensation starts at $17.59 per hour, depending on education and experience
  • Full-time, fiscal year appointment with no visa sponsorship available
  • Work may include non-standard hours such as evenings, weekends, or holidays

Circulation Supervisor Full Description

Circulation Supervisor
 Position Information 
Internal Posting?  |
Posting Number  | SP005053P
Position Title  | Circulation Supervisor
Division/College  | College of Law
Department  | Law Library
Location  | Moscow

Posting Context Statement  | The law libraries in Moscow and Boise support the education and research needs of the College of Law faculty and students as well as members of the public with a collection of information resources

Position Overview  | The primary purpose of the Law Library Circulation Supervisor is to plan and coordinate circulation operations for the College of Law Library under the direction of the Head of Public Services. This position may supervise one or more staff members, as assigned.

This position is essential in meeting the academic law library standards as set out in the American Bar Association (ABA) Standards 601, 602, 603(a), and Interpretation 603(1) as they pertain to the quality of services provided to the College of Law.
Unit URL  | https://www.uidaho.edu/law
 
Position Qualifications 
Required Experience  | Experience working in a Library environment One year working with patrons in a library setting, including resolving patron complaints, OR one year of customer service experience Experience using and troubleshooting Integrated Library System (ILS) applications and/or resource sharing applications One year of supervisory experience, including assessing the performance of employees, identifying training needs, and resolving conflicts

Required Education  | High School Diploma or equivalent
Required Other  | Ability to work non-standard business hours, which may include evenings, weekends or holidays to meet the business needs of the unit.
Additional Preferred  | Bachelor’s degree or equivalent Two years of current (within 5 years) experience working in a library Experience providing library services in an academic or university environment Two years managing/supervising a library circulation/academic services department Experience establishing and maintaining working relationships with students, faculty, and staff Experience with hiring and supervising students Experience preparing and maintaining statistical reports and records Experience in planning, evaluating, setting priorities, and scheduling unit activities Experience interpreting and applying rules and regulations Experience assessing, modifying, and developing work procedures Effective interpersonal and oral/written communication skills Coursework in library sciences
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions  | Must be able to lift, carry and/or otherwise move up to 50 pounds occasionally

Degree Requirement  | N/A: No degree requirement
 Posting Information 
FLSA Status  | Non-Exempt
Employee Category  | Classified
Pay Range  | $17.59 per hour or higher depending on education and experience
Type of Appointment  | Fiscal Year
FTE  | 1
Full Time/Part Time  | Full Time
Funding  |
A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.  | No
Posting Date  | 10/15/2025
Closing Date  |
Open Until Filled  | Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants  | Applications received by October 29, 2025 will receive first consideration.
Applicant Resources  | https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources
Background Check Statement  | Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.
EEO Statement  | The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents
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  2. * Were you referred to this employment opportunity by a current University of Idaho employee? If so, please provide their name and department. 
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University of Idaho Human Resources
 Moscow, ID 83844-4332
 (208) 885-3638
employment@uidaho.edu