Senior Library Media Technician (SHORT-TERM, TEMPORARY)

Definition

SHORT-TERM, TEMPORARY STAFF POOL

This recruitment is being conducted to fill temporary assignments for the upcoming semester that can begin as soon as summer 2023. Applications for Short-Term, Temporary Staff pools are continually accepted (unless otherwise specified) by the District and will be added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on an as-needed basis. Should you be invited for an interview, you will be contacted by a District representative.

POSITION DEFINITION

To organize, assign, and review the work of assigned staff engaged in operation of a community college campus library or Learning Resources and Success Center; to perform duties requiring specialized knowledge; and to provide technical support to an assigned supervisor.

Assignment

This is a temporary, hourly position, with possible assignments located at either WVMCCD campus:

• Mission College, Santa Clara, CA
• West Valley College, Saratoga, CA

Generally, most assignments are Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm. Hours may vary depending on departmental needs.

Salary and Benefits

$34.13 (hourly)

Due to the temporary nature of this position, benefits are not included.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

• Two years of responsible journey level experience similar to Library Media Technician with the West Valley-Mission Community College District.
• Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college with major coursework in library technology or a related field.

Desired Qualifications

Not Applicable

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan, prioritize, and review the work of staff assigned to a variety of library duties involving direct services to students, staff, faculty, and community members.
• Develop schedules and methods to accomplish assignments ensuring work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Participate in evaluating the activities of staff, recommending improvements and modifications.
• Provide and coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies.
• Collect payments; post and clear library debts using appropriate college database systems; reconcile receipts.
• Set up, operate, and demonstrate public computer workstations and associated instructional and library equipment; schedule and coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Research vendors and order materials for the library collection using advanced methodology and multiple resources; assure that materials comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Resolve patron conflicts and issues; maintain security and enforce rules of conduct; troubleshoot and monitor the book detection system.
• Perform the most difficult work related to day-to-day operations of a campus library or Learning Resources and Success Center, including communicating with instructors to ensure that class reserve materials are accurate and available to students, and monitoring required textbook lists in conjunction with class schedules and usage statistics.
• Perform related duties as assigned.