Working Title: Library Technician
Job Class: Library Technician
Agency: Minnesota State
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 01/16/2024
Closing Date : 02/06/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : MN St Colleges & Universities / Ank/Ramsey CC-Cambridge-AFSCME
Division/Unit : MnSCU Anoka/Ram Cambridge CC / MnSCU Ank Ram Camb CC Stu Svcs
Appointment Type : Unlimited, Part-time
Work Shift/Work Hours : 20 hours per week; work schedule will be determined by candidate selected and supervisor
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $20.13 - $27.98 / hourly
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 207 - Technical/AFSCME
Work Area : Educational Servcies
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Telework Eligible : No
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.
The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.
As an integral part of the educational process, the mission of the Anoka-Ramsey Library is to provide curriculum resources and access to broader materials and instruction about a variety of learning resources. Anoka-Ramsey strives for inclusive excellence in our commitment to preparing all students and employees for success in an increasingly diverse and globalized society. We promote the dignity and potential of each individual. We seek to increase cultural competence and promote mutual respect among all students, faculty, and staff. We acknowledge and seek to address the needs of traditionally underrepresented populations and students with varying levels of academic preparation.
The Library Technician provides oversight for the following areas: Circulation, Technical Processing, Course Reserves, and Interlibrary Loan, and assists with hiring and training of student workers. As such, the Library Technician will help foster a welcoming atmosphere by answering inquiries on services and resources, ensuring materials are efficiently processed and maintained, and working collaboratively with library faculty and college personnel.
The home campus for this position is the Cambridge campus with some occasional travel possible to the Coon Rapids Campus.
Minimum Qualifications
Working knowledge of library classification system(s) and standard library reference tools sufficient to assist clients in locating materials and conducting research.
Ability to apply and support detailed coding or cataloging systems sufficient to create tracking for new print and non-print library acquisitions and locate and replace existing materials.
Ability to operate personal computers, use various software and web-based applications, and other office equipment sufficient to locate catalog information, word-process documents, complete forms and prepare reports.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing sufficient to determine and respond to the informational needs of clients of varied educational levels and backgrounds; to train, direct and evaluate work of student clerical staff; and to assist the professional library staff to maintain the library collection according to library policy and procedures.
Preferred Qualifications
Library Information Technology degree, certificate, or similar.
Academic library work using library catalogs and databases.
Experience in technical processing, filing, reference, and circulation.
Knowledge of inter-library networks, copyright guidelines and location sufficient to coordinate inter-library loan functions.
Commitment to working with and fostering an inclusive environment for a diverse population of individuals.
Additional Requirements
In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State‘s vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.