Job Title: Library Technician
Job ID: 24665
Location: Moorhead
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Job Class: Library Technician
Working Title: Circulation Technician
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 06/21/2018
Closing Date: 07/05/2018
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota State / Minnesota State University Moorhead
Division/Unit: Livingston Lord Library
Appointment Type: Unlimited – classified
Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
Days of Work: Monday – Friday
Travel Required: Yes/No
Salary Range: $16.95 – $ 23.55 /hourly; $35,392 – $49,172 /annually
Classified Status: Full-time
Bargaining Unit: AFSCME Unit 207
Re-Posting: No
Connect 700 Program Eligible: Yes
Job Summary
This is a Library Technician appointment with primary responsibility for the coordination and management of Livingston Lord Library’s Circulation Department, including patron assistance; student worker desk scheduling, training, evaluation and supervision; as well as online record keeping; fine/billing management and report creation. Secondary responsibilities include serving as the Interlibrary Loan Technician’s back-up, as well as overseeing stack-maintenance and materials check-in.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Working knowledge of library classification system(s) and standard library reference tools sufficient to assist clients in locating materials and conducting research.
Ability to:
• Apply and support detailed coding or cataloging systems sufficient to create tracking for new print and non-print library acquisitions and locate and replace existing materials.
• Operate personal computers, use various software and web-based applications and other office equipment sufficient to locate catalog information, word-process documents, complete forms and prepare reports.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing sufficient to determine and respond to the informational needs of clients of varied educational levels and backgrounds.
• Train, direct and evaluate work of student clerical staff.
• Assist the library faculty to maintain the library collection according to library policies and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with the Alma online library system.
• Experience with supervising students.
Additional Requirements
In accordance with the Minnesota State Colleges & Universities (MnSCU) Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to MnSCU’s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
Original posting / application information: Visit the MN State Careers site and search for job id #24665