Alameda - College of Alameda - Library Technician II (Evening/Reserves)

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Salary

Salary Range: $3597.27 - $4,326.36/Month, Hiring Range: $3,597.27 - $3,952.43/Month - The maximum initial placement is Step 3 depending on experience.

Close Date

April 21, 2022

Job Description Summary

Under general supervision of the Head Librarian, performs library clerical and technical duties in the public service areas. This position requires a change in scheduled hours between regular semesters and outside the regular sessions, including the summer session.

Duties & Responsibilities

Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do listed examples include all tasks which may be found in positions of this class. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty of the position satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the tasks required.

• Provides circulation and collection services to patrons using the library’s automated information systems, including checking out library materials, responding to general information questions, and answering questions regarding loan periods, fines, recalls, claims, holds, shelving, borrowing and library policies.

• Using the library’s computerized on-line library catalog (ex. Innovative Millenium system) or similar library automation software, assists in the processing, circulation and maintenance of Textbook Reserve Collection (print books, audio and video materials, headsets, and other library materials).

• Assists with creating and maintaining student computerized records, monitoring and ensuring accuracy and consistency of information in databases, including overdue notices and initiates holds or clears student records.

• Processes new library reserve materials, including bar coding, stamping, labeling and covering books as well as minor binding and repair of materials.

• Reads and checks book shelf order and placement, dusts, shifts book collections (reference and folios), assists with shelving and weeding materials.

• Assists with answering phones and inquiries regarding basis circulation policies.

• Provides technical assistance with computers, copy machines, and other related equipment.

• Answers library and directional inquiries.

• Provides information on library policies.

• Assists in supervising and training student assistants and maintains their attendance records.

• Assists in searching shelves for overdue materials and notifying patrons of status of materials.

• Assists with sorting incoming materials into appropriate pre-shelving queues, recording and calculating usage statistics.

• Closes and secures the Library in the evenings.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Two (2) years of technical library experience; or an equivalent combination of training, education and experience, which demonstrates the skill and ability necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

2. Knowledge and proficiency in the operation and use of personal computers, utilizing word processing, spreadsheet and database management software programs, (e.g. MS Office Suite: MS Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint), Internet, websites and email.

3. Ability to type accurately from clear copy. A word processing and/or spreadsheet skills assessment will be given. A computer skills assessment certificate from public agencies or business schools will be accepted in lieu of taking the District’s personal computer skills assessment provided the certificate is not older than one (1) year from the date the certificate was issued.

4. Applicant must have demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college staff, faculty, and students.

Desirable Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Library technical processes relating to the acquisition and classification of library materials.

• Library terminology and standard practices.

• Experience working with computerized on-line catalogs and with Ameritech Horizon, Millenium or similar Library automation software.

• Effective communication and conflict resolution skills.

Ability to:

• Ability to work effectively as a team member.

• Perform sub-professional library duties relating to technical processing and public services.

• Perform library clerical duties with speed and accuracy.

• Maintain financial and statistical records.

• Train and supervise assigned staff.

Environmental Demands

• occasional work performed alone

• constant work around and with people

MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• flexibility or ability to respond to multiple demands

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• occasional standing, walking, stooping, kneeling, squatting, and climbing stairs

• occasional lifting and carrying up to 15 lbs.

• occasional pushing and pulling up to 20 lbs.

• occasional twisting of body

• occasional use of manual dexterity

• occasional use of tactile acuity

• occasional use of visual acuity from a distance, with depth, and for color

• frequent work at a rapid pace

• frequent reaching, high, low, and level

• frequent audio acuity at all ranges, including speech

• frequent visual acuity for reading

• constant sitting

• constant use of clear oral communication

Tools & Equipment Used

• computers and standard office machines and equipment

• multi-line telephones

• department-specific equipment