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Competencies:
- Manage interpersonal relationships and interact/communicate with clarity, tact, and courtesy with patrons, staff, faculty, students, and others
- Communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
- Identify priorities; recognize and resolve or refer problems
- Work effectively with supervisor and as a part of a team, and use or learn a range of position-related software applications.
- Identify and act in accordance with departmental priorities, and to exercise discretion and sound judgment in the execution of all duties, required.
- Demonstrated effective independent problem-solving and decision-making skills required.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy as well as excellent organizational skills required.
- Effectively plan, prioritize, and complete work in a timely manner required.
- Read and interpret complex instructions required.
- Perform multiple tasks accurately and simultaneously while handling frequent interruptions required.
- Manage duties with flexibility and adaptability as office procedures, processes, and technology change are required.
Additional Requirements
Education, Experience, and Certifications:
Education:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Experience:
- Relevant work experience required.
- Previous experience in payments processing or accounting preferred.
- Previous experience working in a library, particularly in acquisitions, preferred.
- Experience searching in various bibliographic databases preferred.
Technical Knowledge and Skills:
- Demonstrated knowledge of related data processing procedures and operations required.
- Demonstrated proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and database software required.
- Reading knowledge of at least one (1) non-English language required.
- Familiarity with currency exchange rates and the ability to correctly identify different foreign languages required.
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements:
- Office environment.
- Carry or lifts loads of up to 25 lbs.
- Ability to see, including depth perception, or clarity; must be able to visually focus on print and electronic material for long periods
- Sit for 4 hours or more.
- Use computers extensively for 4 hours or more.
- Make repetitive wrist, hand, or finger movements.
- Operate equipment necessary to perform job.
- Effective audio-visual discrimination and perception.
- Use Standard Work Station Equipment.
- Use Standard Office Equipment.
- Type at least 40 words per minute.
Required Documents:
Resume
When applying, the document(s) MUST be uploaded via the My Experience page, in the section titled Application Documents of application.
To Apply
To apply for this position, external candidates must submit their profile and any other required materials through https://uchicago.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External. Internal candidates must apply by logging into Workday using their CNet ID and password; for more information, please see How to Apply for a UChicago Job (Current Employee) QRG. Resumes sent via mail, fax, or email will not be considered. For more information, please see https://www.uchicago.edu/jobs/.
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Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should contact University Shared Services via the Applicant Inquiry Form or 773-702-5800.
Posting Statement:
Employees must comply with the University’s COVID-19 vaccination requirements. More information about the requirements can be found on the University of Chicago Vaccination GoForward.
The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Staff Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5800 or submit a request via Applicant Inquiry Form.
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