Library Technician (Full-Time, Goleta Valley Library)

ABOUT THE POSTION

The City of Goleta invites applications for the full-time position of Library Technician at Goleta Valley Library. The ideal candidate will be a customer service-oriented individual with strengths in organization, attention to detail, and teamwork. A successful Library Technician enjoys serving the community by providing Circulation/Reference service and implementing library programs, and also thrives while working independently on technical tasks and projects. The Library Technician serves as the point person for acquisitions, cataloging, and databases such as the integrated library system (ILS). The anticipated schedule will be either Monday - Friday or Tuesday - Saturday (TBD). Flexibility to cover occasional evening and weekend shifts is desired. Come join our enthusiastic team at Goleta Valley Library!

ABOUT THE LIBRARY

DEFINITION

To perform a wide variety of journey level technical library work including acquiring, cataloging and circulating material for a specific function of the library; to perform technical and clerical work support of various sections of the library; and to provide general information and specialized assistance to library patrons.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

This is the full journey level class within the Library Technician series. Employees within this class are distinguished from the Library Assistant series by the performance of the full range of duties assigned including assisting in the acquisition and cataloging of library materials. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the work unit. This class is distinguished from the Supervising Library Technician in that the latter plans, directs and leads a unit or department within the library.

The following duties are typical for positions in this classification. Incumbents may not perform all listed job functions, nor are all listed duties necessarily performed by everyone in this class depending upon business need and changing business practices:

1. Provide exemplary customer service to all individuals by demonstrating a willingness to be attentive, understanding, responsive, fair, courteous and respectful, and to actively participate in maintaining a positive customer service environment.
2. Perform both general and specialized tasks related to the circulation, acquisition, or cataloging of library materials; assist in the processing and maintenance of library materials; provide assistance at public desks within the library.
3. Prepare print and non-print materials for introduction into the library collection; catalog and classify books; assign Dewey classification numbers and Library of Congress subject headings; perform original cataloging; verify labels, pockets, and other physical processing materials; affix identification labels to materials.
4. Check out library materials to patrons; check in and prepare materials for return to the circulating collection; register new patrons, collect fees and process payments.
5. Participate in the preparation and maintenance of displays; assist with and implement seasonal and ongoing programs and activities.
6. Input data in to library computer systems; make corrections; add or delete entries on bibliographic records; correct author and subject entries.
7. Administer installation, maintenance, and training activities related to the integrated library system (ILS) and catalog, and develop training materials as needed
8. Assist with special projects which may include formatting presentations; training of peers, interns, patrons and/or volunteers; participate on committees and/or updating content on webpages and/or social media sites.
9. Respond to patron in-person and telephone requests for library materials, services and basic and complex reference information; assist patrons in completing requests for material not available in the local collection.
10. Participate in the promotion of library services and resources; assist in giving library tours to groups; assist in the preparation of informational handouts for public distribution including calendars and flyers.
11. Coordinate the scheduling of library facilities; ensure that events are publicized.
12. Perform general clerical work; type a variety of documents; answer phones; enter information into a computer; maintain files and records; process and distribute the mail.
13. Operate a variety of office equipment including a computer, typewriter, telephone system, cash register, copy machine and other related equipment.
14. Monitor ,order, and receive supplies; maintain files of equipment and supplies.
15. May be assigned to drive the Bookvan.
16. May train and provide oversight on the work of employees.
17. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND TRAINING

• Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

• Two years of technical and clerical library experience including the acquisition, cataloging, and circulation of a variety of library materials.

• Library services and functions.
• Library terminology.
• Practices and techniques of library material classification and cataloging.
• Computerized cataloging, bibliographical and circulation system databases.
• Library equipment and tools including personal computers, internet, data storage systems such as CDs, USBs, and cloud-based platforms, indices, and printers.
• Principles and procedures of record keeping.
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
• Modern office procedures, method sand computer equipment.

• Perform a variety of journey level technical and clerical library work.
• Operate computerized cataloging, bibliographical and circulation system databases.
• Keyboarding speed necessary for successful job performance.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Perform routine and complex reference searches.
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include the following:
  • Sitting or standing for extended periods of time
  • Operating assigned equipment
• Maintain effective audio visual discrimination and perception needed for:
  1. Making observations
  2. Communicating with others
  3. Reading and writing
  4. Operating assigned equipment

• Possession of a valid Class "C" California driver's license and a satisfactory driving record may be required.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical and mental demands herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential job functions.

• Mental function: Includes reading, writing, mathematical computations, operating a computer, problem solving, managing multiple projects, calmly handling complaints and problems from irate citizens or contractors, and decision making under stressful conditions.
• Productivity: Incumbents must perform work in an efficient, effective and timely manner with minimal direction.
• Mobility: Incumbents require sufficient mobility to work in an office setting and operate office equipment. Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time; requires some bending and lifting up to 25 pounds; physical agility necessary to drive the Bookmobile.
• Vision: Vision sufficient to read small print, computer screens, and printed documents, and to operate assigned equipment.
• Hearing: Incumbents are required to hear in the normal audio range with or without correction.
• Environment: Library environment; work closely with the public; work with computer and office equipment.
• Other factors: Incumbents may be required to work extended hours including evenings and weekends. Incumbents may be required to travel outside City boundaries to attend meetings and to use a personal vehicle in the course of employment.