PT - Library Technical Assistant

Job Title

PT - Library Technician Assistant

$15.15 Per Hour

The Library Technical Assistant in Technical Services performs duties following cataloging rules and procedures using a national database and local online catalog system. They perform duties to support the collection development process.

• Serves students via the digitization of an array of historical photographs, documents, interviews, books, manuscripts, posters, and maps.
• Creates and labels digital collections, catalogs newly ordered and acquired items, adds records to the online catalog via library system software, updates and corrects database records with a focus on archives and Special Collections resources.
• Works directly with the Library Specialist, Technical Services, and the Technical Services Librarian on the handling of library items and special projects.
• Assists with organizing the Special Collections resources.
• Files and sorts records.
• Supports and participates in strategic planning initiatives and performs other duties as assigned.

• High School Diploma, equivalent, or higher
• Experience in data entry and detail-oriented work
• Experience working in a library setting

• Non-Exempt

• Part-time, 12-month position
• 19 hours per week
• Work flexible schedule to meet the program, department, and/or institutional needs, which may include Fridays, nights, and/or weekends

• Knowledge of and ability to interpret, apply, and follow college policies and procedures
• Knowledge of or ability to maintain organizational structure, workflow, and operating procedures
• Knowledge of library systems, cataloging processes, and metadata standards
• Knowledge of archival principles and digitization practices for special collections
• Skill in current technologies and word processing, database, presentation, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications, Windows, college system platforms, and applications, especially those specific to the department operations
• Skill and ability to be self-directed and to manage one’s own time
• Skill in performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Skill in organizing and maintaining physical and digital library records
• Skill in accurate data entry and database record management
• Ability to complete all departmental and/or institutional mandatory training or development
• Ability to organize, prioritize, follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion, with close attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment
• Ability to provide assistance in a professional and supportive manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, verbally, in writing, and in a public setting, and to relate to others in a professional manner
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of protected information and follow FERPA guidelines
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic workload and demands
• Ability to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and civility in all job-related actions
• Ability to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve problems using independent judgment and decision-making processes
• Ability to apply consistent classification, labeling, and indexing standards
• Ability to handle and preserve historical or fragile materials with care and precision
• Ability to establish and maintain positive, effective, and collaborative relationships with individuals at all levels of the organization, students, and the public

• Inside office environment with normal noise and lighting levels
• Work is performed in an open office environment with staff, students, and community contact and interruptions

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking
• May lift, carry, push, and/or pull, at times, a minimum of 10 pounds
• Occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and/or twist

• No Travel Required

• Location:
  
  Yuma Campus
• Not Benefits Eligible
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