Part-Time Library Technician

City of Englewood

Englewood Public Library

Application Deadline

Apply By Jun 15th, 2007

Wages

$14.60 to $18.98 per Hour   Calculate

Location

Englewood, CO

Hours

20.00

MLS

Not Required

Minimum Education

Not Specified

Library Experience

Required

Supervisory Experience

Not Specified

Type of Library

Public

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

The Library Technician performs clerical and paraprofessional support work related to the Technical Services functions of the Library. Implements and maintains the cataloging process of material. Maintains the database, handles incoming and outgoing loaned and acquired material, and compiles and maintains statistical reports. Orders and confirms material requested by ordering Librarian. Processes electronic orders for printed and audio/visual material purchases. Handles the receipt of incoming materials by checking invoices and purchase orders, verifying prices, and approving invoices for payment. Catalogs Library materials using online library records. Handles original cataloging by classifying and determining subject headings and other bibliographic information through examination of the book or audiovisual item. Edits and maintains bibliographic database on library’s automated cataloging system. Enters new material on the database to produce bibliographic records. Processes library materials; withdraws, returns, or repairs damaged materials and maintains supply in inventory. Processes inter-library loan requests (ILL) to and from other libraries. Compiles and maintains statistical reports such as daily and monthly circulation reports, daily overdue notices and monthly reports of items added to and withdrawn from the collection. Runs daily circulation and cataloging reports. Provides backup support for Library operations, such as answering phones, checking in mail, and covering the circulation desk. Works with volunteers. Maintains supply inventory and upkeep of technical equipment. Performs other duties as assigned and required.

Additional Info & Requirements

Requires High School education or (GED); Bachelor’s Degree preferred. Preference given to candidates with cataloging experience. Two years of library experience preferred. Must have basic knowledge of library procedures, Dewey Decimal System, library equipment, Internet, cataloging knowledge preferred. Basic computer skills required for accurate data entry and to maintain and run reports. Basic communication skills required to work in a team-oriented environment and interact with vendors. Basic mathematical skills needed to work with Dewey Decimal System. An equivalent combination of education, training and relevant job experience may be substituted.

HR Info

City applications are available at the Englewood Civic Center, 1000 Englewood Parkway, 3rd Floor, between the hours of 8am – 5pm, M-F. Applications may also be obtained by downloading from our web site, www.englewoodgov.org, or by calling Human Resources at (303) 762-2370. Call the Job Line at (303) 762-2304 or visit our web site for the current status of the position you have applied for. Our TDD line is (303) 762-2359. If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by telephone. E.O.E.

Posted Jun 1, 2007