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PART-TIME STAFF: LIBRARY TECHNICAL SERVICES ASSISTANT

  • Lakeland Community College
  • Kirtland, OH
  • Entry-Level
  • Part-Time

About this Job

General Description of Position: This position performs duties and responsibilities related to technical services functions.

RESPONSIBILITIES
• Under the supervision of the Chair or the Chair’s designee place Firm library books orders, Standing Orders, ebook orders, serials orders,
• Receive library materials: unpack firm & standing orders, verify invoices, and update order records,
• Pay invoices and post in Sierra and reconcile with library budget,
• Support copy-cataloging received materials using OCLC WMS Record Manager,
• Process physical materials,
• Update records and delete records and materials,
• Perform a variety of technical duties supporting serials acquisitions,
• Collect data for and prepare reports of library activity,
• Assist library personnel with special projects,
• Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Knowledge of and experience with specialized library software including but not limited to Gobi, OCLC WMS Record Manager, and Sierra.
• Knowledge of current office practices, procedures, and equipment; library procedures; basic mathematics.
• Skills in following oral and written instructions; maintaining files.
• Abilities to learn and apply applicable library policies and procedures; operate standard office equipment and various telecommunications networks; perform routine and detailed tasks in an accurate and efficient manner; maintain effective interpersonal working relationships.

Physical Activity Level
• Moderate - Sit sometimes; walk and stand sometimes, lift occasionally.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
• This is a part-time, 20 hours per week, continuing staff position, which requires the availability to work daytime hours.
• The hourly salary is at grade 6A of the staff salary schedule with a starting rate between $17.30/per hour and $22.06/per hour dependent upon education and experience.
• Non-insurance benefits include paid time away for vacation, personal, sick days and holidays, prorated tuition, and School Employees Retirement System of Ohio (SERS).

Wage

$17.30/per hour

Required Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training and Experience Preferred
• Bachelor’s degree and previous library work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities is acceptable.

Desired Qualifications

PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Training and Experience Preferred
• MLIS with technical services experience preferred.

Employer Statement

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Lakeland Community College is an equal access and equal opportunity employer. We have a strong commitment to the principle of diversity and, in that spirit, seek a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, people with disabilities and people over 40. Under-represented groups are encouraged to apply. If your disability requires special accommodations to participate in the application/interview process, contact the Human Resources Office at 440-525-7575.

How to Apply

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Additional Instructions:

APPLICATION PROCESS:

To apply for this position, please be prepared to do the following:
• Complete all questions in the application*
• Attach a current resume and a cover letter which addresses how you meet the qualifications for this position.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; however, application review will begin on February 19, 2024.

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Posted On: Feb 9, 2024 / This posting expires: Apr 1, 2024