Job Description
Full-time classified position. Duties: Manages the day-to-day operations of the Circulation Department on Friday and Saturday afternoons and other times as needed. Staffs the Circulation Service Desk. Closes the library on Friday afternoons. Opens and closes the Library on Saturdays and other times as needed. Management of the Circulation Department entails assisting patrons, troubleshooting software and/or equipment problems, and managing the facility. Daily processing of lending requests from RapidILL, Prospector, Marmot, SWIFT and OCLC within the required turnaround time. Process E-journals entirely through the computer using specialized software systems. Transfers articles received in electronic format from various software systems to the patrons. Searches for library material that is listed on the lost book list and provides research assistance to library patrons in person and virtually by conducting professional reference interview with patrons, teaching patrons how to find the information sources, explaining the arrangement of the collection and physically helping patrons find information either in the library or by requesting through inter-library loan. Ensures that loose-leaf updates and supplements are filed in a timely manner and collects and reports face-to-face, virtual and instant message reference statistics into an excel spreadsheet. Student supervision including interviewing, hiring, training, firing, scheduling, tracking performance and assigning tasks. Other related duties as assigned.Additional Info & Requirements
Again, because this is important: Applications are part of the selection process and will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Be sure the requirements listed above are specifically addressed on your application; failure to do so may result in the rejection of your application. Also, as applications may serve as all or part of the comparative analysis process for this position, it is to your benefit to address your experience with the duties listed above in detail. Applications may be evaluated by a panel of subject matter experts who will rate your education, training and experience as demonstrated on your application. Attach additional pages if necessary to fully explain your experience and education.Minimum Qualifications: Two years of general library experience including typing, ordering, preparing, shelving, and maintaining library materials. Proficiency in library computer software systems such as RapidILL, Prospector, Marmot, SWIFT and OCLC and experience searching library databases required. Must be a resident of the state of Colorado to apply. In accordance with Colorado Mesa University policy, must successfully complete a criminal background check.The Community
DEPARTMENT INFORMATION: Colorado Mesa University, in Grand Junction, Colorado is dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience in a student-centered environment featuring small class sizes and a high level of student/faculty interaction. Founded in 1925, the University offers professional and technical programs at the undergraduate and graduate level. Remaining one of the most affordable universities in Colorado, enrollment exceeds 9,400 students and offers a hands-on learning environment, with professors dedicated to teaching. This dedication to providing the highest quality education in a student-centered environment continues to guide the University into the future.HR Info
THE STATE OF COLORADO Open Competitive Employment Opportunity Colorado Mesa University ______________________________________________________________________________________________ Job Title: Library Technician II G3C3XX Pos. #145Supplemental Information: For complete details, requirements and application instructions, visit www.coloradomesa.edu/hr/newempl.html or http:///www.colorado.gov/cojobs. If you are completing a paper application, it can be picked up at the address below and must be received by 5:00 p.m. on the date given above (postmarks not accepted). Resumes my be included, but applications stating \\\\\\\\\\\\\\\"See Resume\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\" for experience will not be accepted in lieu of the properly completed State of Colorado application forms. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: Applications are part of the selection process and will be reviewed to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications for the position. Be sure the requirements listed above are specifically addressed on your application; failure to do so may result in the rejection of your application. Also, as applications may serve as all or part of the comparative analysis process for this position, it is to your benefit to address your experience with the duties listed above in detail. Applications may be evaluated by a panel of subject matter experts who will rate your education, training and experience as demonstrated on your application. Attach additional pages if necessary to fully explain your experience and education. Your application will be reviewed by a qualified Human Resources Specialist to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications. If it is determined that your application material does not meet the announced minimum qualifications, you will be notified in writing and may contact Lee Schmalz 970 248-1655 or Shannon Mims 970 248-1093 within five days of receipt to attempt informal resolution of matter. If you still do not agree with our decision regarding your qualifications, you have the right to have that decision reviewed the the State Personnel Director. Your request for a Director\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s review must be received in the State Personnel Director\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s office within 10 days from your receipt of the letter informing you that you do not qualify and should include the following: 1) Job Title; 2) Agency involved; 3) Name of the agency representative spoken to during informal resolution attempts; 4) Date(s) of the conversations; 5) Specific issue(s): 6) Reason it is believed the decision was arbitrary, capricious, or contrary to rule or law. Direct your request to: State Personnel Board 633 17th Street, Suite 1320 Denver, CO 80202-3604 Fax: 303-866-5038 To request a Director\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s review, you are required to complete and submit the Colorado State Personnel Consolidated Appeal/Dispute Form, available at: http://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/DPA-SPB/1232721347216. Instructions for completing the form, as well as State Personnel Board Rules and Director\\\\\\\\\\\\\\\'s Administrative Procedures, are also available on the same Website. Public libraries offer internet access. If you are not able to access the forms on the internet or if you require assistance, please contact our Human Resources Office. Appeal Rights: Under Colorado State Statue and State Personnel Procedures you have the right to request a review of or appeal to the State Personnel Director any step of the selection process, if you believe the action taken to be arbitrary, capricious or contrary to rule or law. If you believe the content of an examination was arbitrary, capricious or contrary to rule or law (scores and ranks are not considered as conduct or content), your appeal must be in writing and received no later than 10 calendar days from the date the examination was administered. Utilizing the Colorado State Personnel Consolidated Appeal/Dispute Form, which can be found athttp://www.colorado.gov/cs/Satellite/DPA-SPB/SPB/1232721347216, send appeals to the appropriate address as indicated on the Consolidated Appeal/Dispute Form. The above ten-day deadline and appeal procedures apply, as well, to all charges of discrimination. HOW TO APPLY: Thank you for your interest. Submit an on-line application by clicking the link below or submit a State of Colorado Application for Announced Vacancy and all supplemental questions according to the instructions provided below. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed above. IF NOT APPLYING ON-LINE, SUBMIT APPLICATION TO: Colorado Mesa University, Human Resources, LHH Room 237, 1100 North Avenue, Grand Junction, CO 8101 DEPARTMENT CONTACT INFORMATION: Shannon Mims, 970-248-1093 or Lee Schmalz 970 248-1655 METHODS OF APPOINTMENT: Appointment to the vacancy or vacancies represented by this announcement is expected to be from the eligible list created. However, at the discretion of the appointing authority, the position(s) may be filled by another method of appointment for a valid articulated business reason.