Specialist-Technical Services

The Technical Services Specialist is primarily responsible for assisting the Technical Services Librarian with electronic and physical library acquisitions, cataloging, data entry, office management, and other library projects.

Required Qualifications

• Associate Degree or equivalent (60 college credit hours); or High School diploma or equivalent and two years of clerical and general office experience
• Demonstrated attention to detail
• Knowledge of general office equipment, such as scanner, copier, and multi-line telephone
• Computer literacy to include proficiency with Microsoft Office Suites
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Strong organizational skillsPreferred Qualifications
• Associate degree or higher
• Demonstrated understanding of MARC records and Library of Congress Classification
• One year of library experience, with demonstrated experience using Library software (SirsiDynix, Ex Libris Alma, Polaris, etc.)
• Technical library experience or data entry experienceEssential Functions
• Verifies bibliographic information on book titles before ordering
• Prepares book orders, verifies book deliveries against invoices, and maintains records of book acquisitions
• Searches catalog records in bibliographic database
• Performs descriptive cataloging using library applications software and assists with OCLC reports
• Processes physical volumes and performs minor repairs as needed
• Assists Technical Services Librarian with all major projects
• Expected to work some evenings, and as needed, weekend hours
• Cross-train with other library departments to provide library services as needed
• Other duties as assignedPhysical Demands
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time
• The person in this position needs to move throughout the library and to other locations on campus
• Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation
• Use of manual dexterity
• The person in this position frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Frequently moves boxes or equipment weighing up to 20 poundsSecurity Sensitivity

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

Min Salary: $22.33 per hour

Max Salary: $22.67 per hour

Posting Number P01302S2016

Open Date: 10/22/2024

Position Available: Immediately

Special Instructions to Applicants

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application and resume. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with the application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire (if applicable). If a specified closing date is not listed on the posting, there is a required minimum posting period of five business days.

EEO Statement

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities.