"Substitute Pool Library Technician I"

Description

Under the supervision of the administrator assigned to the Library, perform a variety of duties associated with library administrative and technical operations including: perform circulation desk activities; interpret and apply policies, rules, and regulations regarding access to collection and use of library materials; receive and process library materials; and provide customer service and support to library patrons.

Example of Duties

Customer Service: Assist library patrons in person, by phone, or through electronic communication; provide information about library programs, services, and resources; answer questions, explain and clarify library policies, resolve problems according to policies and procedures, and communicate resolution.

Circulation: Check library materials in and out; issue library cards; update patron records; collect fees for overdue and lost materials; schedule rooms; inspect incoming materials for damage and need for mending; repair, re-house, and clean library materials; provide notification and follow up on overdue materials; keep statistics on circulation activities; maintain a clean and organized circulation desk environment, and refresh supplies.

Reserves: Receive and perform physical processing of library reserves.

Inter-Library Loans: Notify reciprocal libraries of delinquencies and to renew checkouts; communicate status of requests to patrons.

Acquisitions: Receive and enter periodicals through Integrated Library systems for acquisitions; conduct collection inventory; process and prepare new library material for use; update local library systems to reflect new, replacement, or withdrawn library material.

General Operations: Assist with opening and closing the Library and securing the building; assist with maintenance of library stacks, dust, shift and re-shelve library materials and collections; update library signage; assist with library displays, programming, and special events; maintain accurate and up-to-date library records and files.

Other Duties: Maintain a clean and orderly library environment. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: Any combination of education, experience and training which would indicate possession of the required knowledge, skills and abilities listed herein. For example, one year of work experience in a library or other customer service environment; some college level courses in Library Science; or experience using current library technologies and software programs in a library or a related field.

Diversity: Demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to and appreciation for, the diverse academic, ethnic, socioeconomic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.

Knowledge: Knowledge of: basic library principles and practices; Library of Congress classification system familiarity; current technology/software, online databases and networks relating to library materials and procedures; technical processing of library materials; current technical processing policies relating to library materials; library filing and indexing; circulation and reference sources; current office methods and practices; principles and methods of ordering books, supplies and equipment; a variety of word processing, spreadsheet and/or database programs as needed to fulfill the requirements of the job.

Abilities: Ability to: perform general library duties including library operations, efficiently use an online library system and Library of Congress classification system; learn and efficiently use current and new library technologies and library software programs as required to fulfill the duties of the job; interact effectively with the public, students, staff, and faculty in situations requiring diplomacy, tact, friendliness, poise and finesse; prioritize tasks and do several tasks simultaneously; operate a variety of office machines; use word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, accurately and efficiently as needed; learn and successfully use new software programs as needed to fulfill the requirements of the job; use good judgment in recognizing the scope of authority as delegated; use appropriate and correct English spelling, grammar and punctuation; perform arithmetic calculations with speed and accuracy; communicate effectively in both oral and written form; establish and maintain effective work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties; demonstrate an understanding of, sensitivity to, and appreciation for, the academic, ethnic, socio-economic, disability and gender diversity of students and staff attending or working on a community college campus.

PHYSICAL EFFORT/WORK ENVIRONMENT: Moderate physical effort which may include frequent standing, walking; occasional climbing and reaching, bending, crawling and stooping; pushing and pulling; lifting and handling of medium weight tools and materials up to 35 pounds. Indoor work environment.

Work Schedule / Supplemental Information

Work Schedule: 15-25 hours per week

Assigned Shift: This schedule may include evenings and weekends when the library is open during those times. Management reserves the right to change schedules as needed.

Rate of Pay: STEP A ($23.58) - STEP C ($26.04)

How to Apply: Visit www.mpc.edu/employment and select 'classified and other positions.' Here you will find the announcement and the 'apply' button in the upper right-hand corner. You will be asked to log-in or create a new user account. Complete all required fields of the application AND: Attach your cover letter which describes your interest in and qualifications for the position (.pdf). AND Attach your resume (.pdf). Only items listed above will be reviewed by the screening committee. For additional information please contact, recruitment@mpc.edu