Job Description
Applications will be accepted until Wednesday, July 12, 2017 or until 40 qualified candidates have applied. THIS IS A PART-TIME POSITION (50% or 20 hours/week)
Colorado law requires that candidates for state government jobs be residents of Colorado at the time of application.
Library Technician II/G3C3XX
FLSA Non-Exempt (Eligible for overtime)
Starting Salary: $1415.00/month
This position supports the acquisition and maintenance of the library’s print serials and standing orders, and will work on projects related to the maintenance of the library’s collections. In addition, this position will help with ingesting materials into the digital repository. Ingest materials into the Kraemer Family Library digital repository using established procedures and archival standards.
Responsibilities include tracking serials and standing orders using the library’s integrated library system. This position also identifies and tracks titles received, contacts appropriate vendors to resolve issues, and communicates problems to library staff as needed. While a professional Librarian provides oversight, the library technician uses standard processes and procedures in the checking in, maintenance and withdrawal of serials, and the payment of serial invoices.
Claim with vendor or publisher any issues that are lost and missing and prepare issues for binding. Verify that all materials sent to the bindery are returned and bound correctly. Track status of all materials sent to the bindery and claimed from the publisher/vendor.
Remain current on changes in various computer systems by paying attention to system revisions and upgrades and learning new system features. Increase knowledge of system capabilities by participating in available training, understanding and using system documentation, and demonstrating system knowledge through use on a daily basis.
Assist with the development of goals and objectives for the Technical Services Department. Compile monthly collection and work statistics. Collaborate as a member of the library team in activities related to goal setting, planning, space needs, staff searches, and advisory committees. Work on library projects as assigned.
Additional Info & Requirements
Minimum Qualifications: Two years of general library experience including typing, ordering, preparing, shelving, and maintaining library materials. Two years of coursework from an accredited college of university, including 12 semester hours of library science course work, may substitute for two years of the general library experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Library Collection experience; Computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Experience in working with students, staff, or volunteers.
The Community
UCCS is one of the fastest growing U.S. universities. In the shadow of Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs, UCCS is home to nearly 11,000 students and more than 1,000 employees. Annually, UCCS students, faculty and staff generate $30 million in state and local taxes, demonstrating the economic importance of all CU campuses.
To date, UCCS offers 37 bachelor’s degrees, 19 masters and 5 doctoral programs. It is ranked 10th among Western regional public universities and 5th nationally for public undergraduate engineering. It is also a top ranked military friendly university.
Colorado Springs, located at the foot of Pikes Peak, has a population of approximately 500,000, with tourism, high technology, manufacturing, sports and the military ranking as the key industries within the community. Located 70 miles south of Denver, Colorado Springs offers a wide variety of leisure and educational activities including sports, parks, symphony, local theater groups, museums and several institutions of higher education.
HR Info
Cindy Corwin: ccorwin@uccs.edu
All Applications must be made online at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Refer to Job Number 10004.
Classified Staff positions have specific application requirements. Please read the entire posting and submit all required documents indicated in the posting. Failure to complete a timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applications must be completed in their entirety.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References, and Classified Staff Application Form.