Library Senior Technician - Substitute

• Salary $25.05 Hourly Location Glendale, CA Job Type Temporary Job Number 968-2024 Department Library and Learning Resources Opening Date 09/09/2024 Closing Date Continuous

Description

Under direction, performs specialized technicallibrarydutiesby assistingemployeeswith theacquisition,maintenance, arrangement,cataloging,andinventoryoflibraryresources, materials,andequipment;understands, explains,andinterprets library policies, procedures,andrequirements; participatesin the planning and development of new policies and procedures; catalogs new materials; tracks the budget for procurement of books and e-books;and performs other related duties as assigned.

Supervision

Worksunder the direct supervision of thedepartment manager.

Doesnot directly or indirectly supervise other employees but may provide work direction tolower-level employees, temporary employees, and/or student workers.

Work Schedule This is a temporary substitute position on an as needed basis. Schedule will vary as needed for coverage.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIESAND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following duties and responsibilities are typical of thoseperformed inthis classification.Performsspecialized technical librarydutiesbyassistingemployeeswith theacquisition, maintenance, arrangement,and catalogingof libraryresources, materials, and equipmentas well asthe organization and operation of circulation and inventory activities and projects.

• Understands, explains,andinterpretslibrary policies, procedures,and requirementsandparticipatesin the planning and development ofnew policies and procedures.

• Assistswith the acquisition of new library materials byadministeringprocurementprocesses;receives purchaserequests;identifiespotential sources andgathers pricing information;recommendsthe bestvendor/supplierandbudgetaccount to use; preparespurchasingdocuments and orders items as authorized.

• Obtainscontinuation orders from vendors; assigns barcodes, updates holding records,and checks materials into the collectionusing thelibrary management system; works with vendors to resolve problems.

• Catalogs,processes,maintains,and repairsmaterials; searches and retrieves preliminarymachine-readablecataloging (MARC)format records fromthe vendors' software,onlinecomputerlibrarycenter(OCLC),oranother bibliographic source; editslibrary systemrecordsandassigns classification numbersand barcodes, verifyingproper subject headings; prepares new materials for shelving.

• Tracksthebudget for procurement of books and e-books.

• Prepares requisitions for payment of vendor invoices;maintainsrecords of materialspurchasedand compiles monthly and annual reports of acquisition activities.

• Regularly updates records of library holdings, including title changesandfrequencies of periodicals, journals, and monographs.

• Catalogs, processes, and maintains backfiles of library donations.

• Searches, monitors, and creates reports on all interlibrary loan (ILL) transactions andmaintainsrecords of ILL activity for the California State Library.

• Claims missing, lost,andnot-receivedperiodicals, journals, and newspapers; designselectronicreports and publications describing library collections.

• Compiles daily, monthly,andannual dataof all categories of circulating items as well as in-house circulationanddaily headcount.

• Maintainslibraryinstruction records, including student attendance and faculty participation;assistsin preparingandmaintainingtheinventory of instructional materials.

• Preparescorrespondenceand reports to vendors, libraries,and employeesregardingmaterials acquisitions and availability.

• May provide work direction to lower-level employees,temporary employees, and/or student workers.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS:

The education, training,and experience qualifications are considered likely to provide the required knowledge and abilities to perform the above essential duties.

Education and Experience Associate's degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university.

Three (3) yearsof libraryexperience, including circulation.

Licenses/Certifications/Other Requirements

• None.Knowledge of:

• Library of Congress subject headings.

• Vendors and sources forprocuringbooks and related items for a library.

• The Dewey Decimal Classification System(DDC)andAnglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR2).

• The use of MARC fields and tags.

• Library recordkeeping and bookkeeping methods.

• Generaltechnical library practices and procedures, including library terminology, bibliographic records, and procedures for processing, shelving, andmaintaininglibrary collections.

• Computerized library management systems and online catalogs and databases.

• Maintenance of standard office equipment.

• Laws, regulations, standards, and/or requirements applicable to areas of assignment.

• Clerical methods of data research, collection, compilation, organization, and reporting.

• Methods of prioritizing, planning, and organizing work.

• Standard office practices or procedures.

• Standard office software and modern office equipment.

• Standard formats for business correspondence and other communications.

• Methods of filing information using alpha, numeric,and alphanumeric systems.

• Correct use of the English language, including spelling, punctuation,and grammar.

• Principles and practices of customer service.

• Business arithmeticAbility to:

• Classify and catalog library materials according to standard library systems and practices.

• Use a databasemanagement system to input, retrieve, edit, and search data and to prepare a variety of reports.

• Operate andmaintaina variety of office equipment including computers and printers/copiers.

• Sort library materials using alpha, numeric, and alphanumeric systems.

• Perform minor repairs on books.

• Maintain and secure equipment and materials inventories.

• Research, apply, and explain the laws, regulations,policiesand/or procedures applicable to areas of assignment.

• Utilize standard office software (e.g., email, word processing, and spreadsheet software).

• Maintain confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information.

• Prepare reports, correspondence, and other documents using standard business formats.

• Maintain hard copy and electronic files and records.

• Performbusinessarithmetic.

• Prioritize work and complete assignmentsaccurately andwithin established deadlines.

• Provide and obtain detailed information to/from others.

• Provide customer service witha high levelof sensitivity,tactand patience.

• Exercise reasonable judgment in performing job duties.

• Perform and prioritize multiple tasks.

• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

• Establish andmaintaincooperative and effective working relationships with all employees and othersencounteredin the course of work.

• Demonstrate a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds ofcommunity collegestudents.PHYSICAL AND MENTAL STANDARDS:

The following physical and mental standards are identified as necessary to perform the essential duties and responsibilities. However, reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Mobility:frequent sitting forlong periods; occasional kneeling, crouching, pushing, pulling, walking,and standing; occasional reaching above and below desk level.

• Dexterity:frequent fine manipulation sufficient tooperatea computer keyboard; frequent grasping to handle individual papers, write and take notes; and feel individual objects.

• Lifting: frequent lifting of papers, files, equipment,and material weighing up to 10 pounds; occasionallifting upto 25 pounds.

• Visual Requirements: frequent use of vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work.

• Hearing/Talking: frequent hearing and speaking in person and on the telephone.

• Emotional/Psychological Factors: frequent public contact over the phone; occasional deadlines and time-limited assignments.ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Work is primarily performed in a library environment.

Additional Information

Application Process

This position requires the following documents to be attached to your online application in order to be considered:

• Resume

• Scanned copy of official transcripts with conferred degree(s) must be submitted. Foreign transcripts and degrees require official certification of equivalency to U.S. transcripts and degrees by a certified U.S. review service at the time of application.Applications with incomplete information (i.e. statements such as "see resume") or missing documents will not be considered. Additional documents not requested in the announcement will not be reviewed.

Position Funding 
This position is offered contingent upon funding. GCCD reserves the right to extend, withdraw, and/or reopen this position at any time. Additional openings, for the same position, which become available prior to the end of the hiring process may be filled by qualified applicants that applied to this job announcement.

Visas

GCCD does not sponsor visas.

Commitment to Diversity and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

GCCD is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff members who are dedicated to student success. GCCD recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students.

GCCD is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state law. To find out more about GCCD, please visit our website at glendale.edu

Accommodations

If accommodations are needed for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please inform Human Resources.

Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities with Glendale Community College District.

To apply, visit: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/gccedu/jobs/4650490/library-senior-technician-substitute