Technical Services Assistant (Library Services Coord)

Job Summary

Department-Specific Responsibilities

• Double-checks our holdings before purchasing new titles.
• Keeps track of funds, duplicate purchases, and item locations.
• Keeps track of the status of new orders.
• Marks invoices with their date received and paying them.
• Prepares items for the shelf (I.e., barcodes, spine labels, property stamp).
• Catalogs and processes all new materials.
• Updates our holdings and adds URLs to certain records.
• Performs semesterly checks on the IU Kokomo Library A-Z database list.
• Assists with adding new (or trial) databases to our A-Z list and monitoring usage statistics.
• Submits support tickets to vendors when issues arise as assigned.
• Assists in the maintenance of our Electronic Resources Library Management system.
• Processes and catalogs Government Documents, Federal, and State.
• Updates MS Access database after new items have been cataloged.
• Updates our holdings within OCLC.
• Shelf-reads the Government Documents collection as needed.
• Assists with training Student Assistants on Government Documents.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

General Responsibilities

• Handles and monitors library materials, including re-shelving, processing new material, restocking, and ensuring that all materials can be located quickly and easily. Evaluates condition of library materials and may perform repair and preservation of library materials, as needed.
• Assists faculty, students, and other patrons by answering phones and handling library-related issues, resolving non-routine problems related to library activities.
• Monitors library systems. Creates and updates basic records, maintains automated records, reviewing for completeness and accuracy.
• Collects and collates data, compiles statistics, uses compiled information to prepare unit reports.
• May assist with cataloging new items, performing audits of outstanding items, and/or inter-library loan materials processing.
• May oversee library department desk and provide training and direction for students employees working the front desk.Qualifications

Combinations of related education and experience may be considered. Education beyond the minimum required may be substituted for work experience. Work experience beyond the minimum required may be substituted for education.

EDUCATION

Required

• High school diploma or equivalent (such as HSED or GED)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required

• 2 years of library experience

SKILLS

Required

• Proficient communication skills
• Maintains a high degree of professionalism
• Demonstrated time management and priority setting skills
• Demonstrates a high commitment to quality
• Possesses flexibility to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment
• Highly thorough and dependable
• Experience with information systems and web-based applications, such as databases, online search and discovery tools, and cataloging/metadata applications
• Understanding of common security protocols related to Internet use and protecting the information privacy of library users

Preferred

• Ability to pay attention to detailsWorking Conditions / Demands

This role requires the ability to effectively communicate and to operate a computer and other standard office productivity equipment. The position involves sedentary work as well as periods of time moving around an office environment and the campus. The person in this role must be able to perform the essential functions with or without an accommodation.Work Location

Kokomo, IndianaBenefits Overview

For full-time staff employees, Indiana University offers a wide array of benefits including:

• Multiple plan options for medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Health Savings Account with generous IU contribution
• Life insurance, LTD, and AD&D options
• Base retirement plan contribution from IU, subject to vesting
• Additional supplemental retirement plan options
• Tuition benefit for IU classes
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Learn more about our benefits by reviewing our online Benefits Brochure.Job Classification

Career Level: Intermediate

FLSA: Nonexempt

Job Function: Educational Resources & Tech

Job Family: Library ServicesClick here to learn more about Indiana University's Job Framework. Equal Employment Opportunity

Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment based on individual qualifications. Indiana University prohibits discrimination based on age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admission, as required by Title IX. Questions or complaints regarding Title IX may be referred to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights or the university Title IX Coordinator. See Indiana University's Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information.Contact Us

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Indiana University Kokomo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.