Lake Washington Institute of Technology Looking for Library Technician II Full Time

Salary: $3,772.00 –
$4,235.00 Monthly

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Job Number: 23C008

Location: Kirkland,
WA

Department:

Closing: 8/27/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES
Located just
outside of Seattle, WA, Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech) was founded in 1949, and is the only public institute of technology
in Washington State, that provides students with the latest cutting edge skills relevant to today’s workplace. LWTech offers ten applied
bachelor’s degrees, more than 40 associate degrees and 93 professional certificates, in 43 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs
in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math.

LWTech serves the Eastside and is located within the city of Kirkland, which is
situated on the eastern shore of Lake Washington. Kirkland is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and
the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo. Learn more about LWTech’s
Mission, Vision, Values, and Core Theme

LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity
and inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value
diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that
will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the College’s commitment to
diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources. For more information on our Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Council,
please click on the link.

The Library Technician II position provides both general and specialized library assistance and supports many of the
functions of the Information Desk at the Library Learning Commons, including fulfillment, directional, and clerical tasks. As a
public-facing, customer-service-oriented position, the Technician is responsible for assisting visitors, utilizing and optimizing the
automated library system (Alma/Primo), and performing routine and complex library technical tasks. This position requires specialized
knowledge and skills related to the functions of the library, including library collection management, bibliographic and item-level
descriptions and classification, as well as subject and copy cataloging. Due to the small size of the library and its team, the work in this
position is primarily self-directed, and performed under general and infrequent supervision from the Library Coordinator, Faculty
Librarians, and Division Dean.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide public-facing service at the Information Desk of the
  Library Learning Commons, assisting library visitors, including students, employees, and community members, in properly using library
  resources
• Assist library patrons with locating, retrieving, and checking out library materials; assist with reference and
  bibliographic questions; process library materials and maintain follow-up systems for matters requiring action
• Collect, select,
  classify, and compile data on library usage from several sources and make scheduled summary reports
• Critically design reports on
  collection and fulfillment data to inform library collection development and operations
• Initiate, process, and maintain data using
  automated and/or manual systems for purposes such as acquisition, cataloging, circulation, etc.
• Perform complex descriptive, copy,
  and subject cataloging and classification in line with established cataloging rules and standards, including LC and MARC
• Proactively
  and independently design and optimize workflows and procedures related to acquisitions, fulfillment, and general library operations and
  functionality
• Manage notifications within the integrated library system (ILS) related to overdue items, item recalls, and patron
  fines/fees; craft additional email and phone notifications when necessary
• Collaborate with the college cashier’s office on patron
  fines/fees and payments; assess student account statuses and remove blocks/holds when necessary
• Perform clerical and other office
  support functions of equivalent or lower classifications; direct the activities and projects of student workers, volunteers, and interns, as
  authorized
• Interact in a team-based work environment, including supporting team goals, providing strong communication and
  documentation, and contributing regular feedback to colleagues

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:

• AAS
  degree in library science or related and one year related work experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability
  to use tact, discretion, and courtesy and establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, employees, vendors, and
  others
• Thorough knowledge of English composition; capability of crafting appropriate documentation for internal and external
  use
• Strong technical skills required; ability to work with numbers accurately; demonstrated ability to work effectively both
  independently and as a member of a team
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel
• Knowledge of a contemporary integrated library
  system (ILS), such as Alma/Primo Some knowledge of bibliographic tools preferred, such as OCLC
• Demonstrated understanding of
  cultural humility and the ability to work in a diverse, multicultural and multilingual environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field
• Knowledge of Google Apps (including Drive, Docs, and Sheets)
• Basic web editing
  skills using a content management system (CMS)
• Knowledge of or experience with academic libraries
• Knowledge of proprietary
  and open research databases

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Compensation & Work Schedule
This is a
classified position that typically works 40 hours per week. The work hours are Monday-Thursday 11am-8pm and Friday 8:30am-5:30pm. This is a
union-covered position.

As defined by the current classified bargained agreement, newly hired employees shall be placed between
Step C $3,772 and Step F $4,235 of the salary schedule in Appendix A of the Classified Union Bargaining Agreement. Employees hired with an
associate degree will be placed at minimum of step D. Employees hired with a bachelor’s or master’s degree will be placed at minimum of step
E. Ongoing (Step G- Step M) step advancement is defined by the classified bargained agreement.

Salary placement for current
classified employees is per the classified bargained agreement.

The Classified Bargained Agreement and Appendix can be found here.

Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and other insurance benefits are
provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board, State Retirement Plan and a Deferred Compensation Plan; sick leave
accrues at 1 day effective upon employment and vacation accrues at 12 days (up to 23 days) per year. We also offer 13 paid holidays
effective upon employment and 4 paid personal days after successful completion of the probation period. Full time, classified employees have
access to bereavement leave, employee assistance program, free tuition, reduced childcare costs at our Early Learning Center, reduced Bus
Fare, professional development opportunities and more! For further details on the benefits offered at LWTech, please visit: lwtech.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/

Required Online Application Materials

• Online
  application
• Current resume
• Cover letter
• Responses to the supplemental questions included in the online application
  process

To be considered for a position you MUST submit a complete online application form, resume, cover letter, responses to the
supplemental questions included in the online application process.
Conditions of Employment

• Official
  transcripts/certifications will be required upon employment
• Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of
  employment
• Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background/reference checks

Physical
Requirements
Ability to perform range of physical motions; lifting and carrying; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of
time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.

Disability Accommodation
LWTech follows the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:

• Ability to operate office
  equipment
• Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information on the phone or in
  person

Eligibility to Work
If you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S.
citizenship or legal authorization to work
EEO Statement
Lake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal
opportunity employer. Women and minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, creed, disabled veteran status, marital status or Vietnam-era veteran status in is programs and activities. Questions regarding
the College’s Affirmative Action Policy may be directed to the Meena Park, Vice President of Human Resources, Affirmative Action
Office/Title IX Coordinator, (425) 739-8212.

Jeanne Clery Statement

Notice of Availability of Annual Security
and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a
part of the College’s commitment to safety and security on campus, Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated
information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for
the past three (3) calendar years. LWTech’s Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online at www.lwtech.edu/about/campus-safety/.

To obtain a paper copy of
the report, please visit the LWTech Safety Department located in the East Building at 11605 132nd Avenue NE Kirkland, WA
98034.
Sexual Misconduct
Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any
substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or is currently being investigated for, or have left a
position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employers. By law,
post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form.

To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/lwtc/jobs/4158718/library-technician-ii

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