"Technician, Catalog"

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title
Technician, Catalog

FLSA Status
Non Exempt

Posted Salary Range
Commensurate w/Experience

Employment Status
Full Time

Department
University Libraries

Job Summary

The incumbent is responsible for searching, acquiring, cataloging and physically processing library materials. He/she classifies and arranges materials using the Dewey decimal classification scheme.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of library policies, procedures and techniques
• Knowledge of office practices and procedures
• Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal classification system
• Knowledge of filing and record-keeping
• Ability to use MS Office Products, including Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
• Ability to type at least 55 words per minute
• Effective communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
• Ability to work independently in the absence of direct supervision
• Ability to plan, schedule and organize work
• Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks concurrently

Essential Job Functions

• Processes newly acquired materials; Creates bibliographies
• Searches, edits, exports, and orders catalog cards from OCLC.
• Imports bibliographic records
• Creates holding and/or item records
• Oversees physical processing of cataloging materials
• Withdraws outdated materials form collections
• Maintains Self List card file
• Works at Circulation Desk on rotational nights and weekends

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Office Management, Business or related area
• One (1) year related experience

Licensing and Certifications
N/A

Physical Requirements

• Work in noisy (above 85 decibels) areas
  No
• Sedentary Work - Exerting 10 pounds
  Daily
• Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds
  Frequently
• Medium Work - Exerting 20-50 pounds
  Occasionally
• Heavy Work - Exerting 50-100 pounds
  Not Required
• Very Heavy Work - Exerting in excess of 100 pounds
  Not Required
• Travel
  Occasionally
• Extended Work Hours
  Frequently

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
S1157

Number of Vacancies
1

Location
Lorman

Open Date
08/28/2025

Open Until Filled
Yes

EEO Statement

Alcorn State University is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Alcorn State University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Advertising Summary
Excellent Benefits Package

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
3. Unofficial Transcripts
4. Letter of Recommendation (Professional)
5. Letter of Recommendation (Personal)
6. Letter of Recommendation (Professional or Personal)