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Fayetteville State University Hiring for University Library Technician at Fayetteville, NC Full Time
Job Details
Position Title::
University Library Technician
Working Title::
University Library Technician
Position Number::
000120
Full-time or Part-time::
Full Time
Time Limited Position::
No
Number of Vacancies::
1
Department::
Library Services
Posting Number::
0402308
SHRA/EHRA::
SHRA
Job Category::
Clerical and Secretarial
Hiring Range::
$31,200.00 – $32,825.00
Overall Position Competency::
Contributing
Description of primary duties and responsibilities::
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit
The mission of the Charles Waddell Chesnutt library is to support the University in its educational, research and cultural endeavors through careful selection, acquisition, organization, and interpretation of information resources. In addition, the Chesnutt Library assumes its special role as a major cultural resource for the community and the region at large.
The Circulations Department of the Charles W. Chesnutt Library primary purpose is to charge and discharge library books and audiovisual materials in a manner that are readily accessible to library patrons. The library user is our focus and excellent service to users is the mission of all circulation activities.
Description of Work Continued::
Primary Purpose of the Position:
Primary purpose of the Library Assistant in this position is to staff and supervise the circulation desk during the evening and weekend hours. Train newly assigned student workers and volunteers. Incumbent works independently in carrying out assignments.Obtains statistical data daily. Uses the library’s integrated online system, OCLC WMS Circulation module) and the online catalog, which includes the charge and discharge of materials (this includes sensitizing books checked-in, and desensitizing books checked out), renewals, placing holds, searching for missing items. and creating and maintaining online patron records.Knowledge of borrowing policies, procedures, and privileges for the Charles W. Chesnutt Library patrons. Follows the loan periods and policies for students, faculty, staff, community members, Cooperative Borrowers. Fort Bragg Students and Friends of Charles W. Chesnutt Library. This requires looking up patron records, creating and updating records using the Circulation module of OCLC WMS. assists patrons and answer basic location and title questions. Refers patrons if necessary. Assists with interpreting library policies for patrons assists with training and supervision of student assistants and part time workers. Responsible for developing content, creating and maintaining LibGuides both private and public facing Libguides for housing circulations services, policies and procedures and student workers training. Checks links on all the LibGuides and Library Website and sends reports to the Head of Access Services. Maintains stacks and shelves books. Assists with the weeding process and collection maintenance.This position provides support and development of training materials for the departments work study program and supervises work study students who work the night and weekend shifts.Works assigned schedule and performs other tasks as assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements::
Completion of high school and two years of experience in office support, preferably as a library technician in a library.
Knowledge skills and abilities::
Knowledge -Program/Technical – Demonstrates a general knowledge of circulation policies and procedures. Demonstrates a basic use of the circulation module of the Millennium System in order to checkout and check-in materials.
Client/Patron Service -Provides general information to assist users with directional inquiries regarding the location of materials in the library. Requires assistance in relaying correct information regarding library and circulation policies. Refers most patrons with inquiries concerning titles and holdings in the library’s collections to Reference Desk staff.
Data/Information/Records Management – Records, compiles and submits statistics on how many students used the library on an hourly basis. Submitted monthly statistical and narrative reports to the supervisor.
Instruction – Instructs users on the basic guidelines, policies and procedures for the proper use and handling of materials in the library’s collections, and how to access the reserve collection.
Communication (Presentations, Oral and Written) – When assigned to the desk, communicated with library users about services, policies and procedures and the use of the collection. Answered questions promptly or referred patrons quickly for complex questions.
Planning and Organizing Work/Supervision – Directs training, supervising and evaluating student workers and supervise the circulation desk during evening and weekend rotation.
Preferred Qualifications::
Completion of high school and two years experience in office support, preferably as a library technician.
Notice to Applicants:
Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.
Closing Date::
07/16/2023
Open Until Filled::
No
Other Information:
If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.
EEO Statement::
This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable).
Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.
Veteran’s Statement:
Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.
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