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Job Description

Responsibilities: The Denison Memorial Library, University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center has an immediate opening for a full-time Library Technician I in the Access Services and Circulation Department. This position is responsible for providing customer services from the library’s service desk, circulating library materials, maintaining the orderliness of the library, aiding patrons with accessing materials, providing basic information assistance and/or referrals for patrons to other library staff, and implementing rules and regulations regarding the loaning of materials in the collection. Specific duties include maintaining accessibility of books and journal collections by re-shelving materials in exact alphabetical and numerical sequence; moving and redistributing library materials from one location to another in order to make room for new materials; keeping library areas neat and orderly; assisting at the Circulation Desk which includes answering the phones, greeting patrons, checking library materials in and out and informing library users of policies and procedures; programming and selling library and photocopy cards; tracking and mailing overdue notices; maintaining photocopy machines; assisting clients with the use of library information resources; closing and checking library at the end of the day by checking all areas for patrons, turning off lights and preparing all computer terminals for shutdown; and performing general duties such as pulling journals and books, making photo copies, scanning materials, sending or mailing articles and assisting with account set-ups. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: One year of general library experience including typing, ordering, preparing, shelving, and maintaining library materials. SUBSTITUTION: One year of college course work including six semester hours of library science course work may be substituted for the general library experience.

Additional Info & Requirements

This position will be required to work evenings and weekends (Tuesday thru Saturday until closing: Tuesdays-Thursdays 1pm-10pm, Fridays 9am-6pm, and Saturdays 9:30am-6pm). On occasions this position will be required to shift their schedule and work extended hours to accommodate later library closing hours. GENERAL INFORMATION: Colorado law requires that candidates for state government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application. Your application will be reviewed by a search committee and a qualified Human Resource Specialist to determine if you meet the minimum and preferred qualification requirements listed above. BE SURE YOUR APPLICATION IS COMPLETE AND THAT YOU DOCUMENT YOUR CURRENT AND PAST WORK EXPERIENCE. Provide thoughtful responses to any supplemental questions, as they will be used to assess your previous work experience. Applicants must also submit a Resume; a Cover letter detailing why you are interested in the job and how your experience, education, and talents match the minimum and preferred qualifications; and contact information for three PROFESSIONAL references. If your references are NOT included in your resume or cover letter, please attach a separate document under “Other Document: References”. You will be notified if you do not meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Contact the Recruiter at the number listed above within five days of notice to discuss the decision. If you still do not agree with our decision regarding your qualifications, you have the right to have our decision reviewed by the State Personnel Director. Additional information and forms regarding the appeal process is available at http://www.colorado.gov/dpa/spb/. The University of Colorado strongly supports the principle of diversity. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities and all veterans. VETERANS: Qualified veterans and surviving spouses are eligible for preference points. If you were honorably discharged who served during one of the periods for which the federal government awards veterans preference, please fax a DD214 and other supporting documents to 303-315-2721, Attn: Recruiter/Posting #801905 Please be advised that the University does check references as part of the employment process, and selection committee members may choose to contact work references during the search process other than those listed in your application. The Immigration Reform and Control Act require that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities. UCDHSC is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To achieve that goal, we conduct background investigations for ALL prospective employees. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment. •Must be willing and able to work nights and weekends. •Must be willing and able to lift and carry up to 40 pounds. •Must be willing and able to perform physical activities including bending, stooping, pushing, and kneeling up to 6 hours per day. •Must be willing and able to push carts weighing up to 50 pounds. •Must be willing and able to occasionally adjust your schedule in order to meet the staffing needs of the department. Perferred Qualifications: *Experience that demonstrates strong interpersonal and customer service skills with the ability to establish rapport with persons of diverse backgrounds which also includes experience working with staff, patrons, faculty, and students in a higher education and/or medical education environment. *Experience and working knowledge of automated library circulation systems and utilizing library searching tools which includes the ability to search and retrieve information from electronic databases and computer systems, and utilizing reference books, indexes, and abstracts. Experience must have also included one or more years of working in circulation and/or reference department of a library. *Usage and knowledge of Microsoft Applications (Word, Excel) which also includes updating and maintaining electronic databases. *Experience using a cash register and maintaining and balancing cash receipts. *Experience that demonstrates the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects and work independently with minimal supervision. *The successful candidate will be detail oriented, self-motivated, and a fast learner and will have strong organizational, written and communication skills.

The Community

The HS Library is currently located at 9th & Colorado Blvd. In October 2007 the library will be moving to the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. The new library is a state-of-the-art facility located at 12950 E. Montview Blvd.

HR Info

To apply go to the following website www.jobsatcu.com. The following materials are required: 1.A letter of interest detailing why you are interested in the job and how your experience, education, and talents match the minimum and preferred qualifications listed above, 2.A University of Colorado at Denver and Health Sciences Center Application form and a Demographic Information form. Incomplete applications or “See Resume” statements will NOT be accepted in lieu of a completed application, 3.A detailed, chronological resume, 4.the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three professional business references, and, Application deadline: Application materials must be received by 5:00 p.m. on Sunday, August 19, 2007.