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Service Coordinator - Oesper Museum and Library

University of Cincinnati
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Ohio, Cincinnati
Jan 30, 2026
Job Description Apply now Job Title: Service Coordinator - Oesper Museum and Library Posting Start Date: 1/30/26 Work Arrangement: Onsite Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu. UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC's success. Job Overview The Service Coordinator for the Oesper History of Chemistry Museum and Library plays a vital role in supporting the museum and library operations. This position also contributes to the broader Science and Engineering Libraries (SEL) team. The Service Coordinator is a versatile professional responsible for managing daily operations, delivering public services, and assisting with the preservation, documentation, and promotion of specialized collections. This position reports to the Associate Director of Operations, Science & Engineering Libraries. Functional and project supervision, as related to the work of the Oesper Museum & Library, from the Curator of the Oesper Museum and Collections. Essential Functions Serve as the primary onsite staff presence during designated museum hours. Coordinate museum operations, including supply purchasing, facilities requests, and scheduling tours and visitors. Compile usage statistics and prepare reports on museum engagement and collections. Maintain museum displays and library stacks, including inventory, shifting, weeding, and routine upkeep. Support preservation and conservation workflows for museum and library materials. Promote the museum through creating promotional materials, guides, blog posts, and research resources; maintain signage, notice boards, and the museum website. Assist with physical and digital exhibits showcasing museum collections and broader SEL holdings. Collaborate on digitization projects, metadata creation, and digital object management, process and upload museum publications and research materials to repositories. Process new acquisitions for the museum and SEL collections; evaluate gift materials and make collection recommendations. Supervise student assistants supporting museum and collection activities. Supports SEL operational projects and serves as backup for service desk operations as needed. Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time. Required Education Bachelor's Degree. Five (5) years of relevant work experience and/or other specialized training can be used in lieu of education requirement. Required Experience One (1) year of program coordination experience. Required Trainings/Certifications N/A Additional Qualifications Considered Master's degree in library and information science, museum studies, or a related field. Knowledge and interest in the history of science and technology, particularly chemistry. Familiarity with library systems or digital repository platforms. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Experience working with rare books or special collections. Familiarity with scientific terminology and a non-English language. Physical Requirements/Work Environment Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands. Application Process Applications without both a cover letter and CV/Resume will not be considered for the position. 3 References will be checked during final stages Compensation and Benefits UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Highlights include: Salary/Hourly Pay Rate Information: $40,000 - $50,000 Comprehensive Tuition Remission UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university. Robust Retirement Plans As a UC employee, you won't contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you'll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14-18% of your salary based on position. Real Work-Life Balance UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including: Vacation and sick time 11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days) 6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents Additional Benefits Include: Competitive salary based on experience Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription) Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs Professional development & mentorship opportunities To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our careers page athttps://www.uc.edu/careers.html UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. A list of acceptable documents can be seen here:https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider "easy apply" applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources atjobs@uc.edu. Equal Opportunity Employer. Building a workplace where all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, including Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans. REQ:101399 SF:OMJ SF:RM SF:HEJ, SF:INS SF:HERC SF:DIV SF:LJN SF:IHE Apply now