
Job Descriptions
Campus Job Descriptions
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- Dean of Student Services
- Dean of Information Technology
JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE:
Learning Commons E-Resources and Technical Services AssistantSUPERVISED BY:
Learning Commons Library CoordinatorDEPARTMENT:
Learning CommonsGRADE:
GCATEGORY:
Full-time SupportSTATUS:
Non-ExemptFUNCTION OF THE JOB:
Perform technical, office, and clerical procedures in the library; supervise the library during evening hours as assigned.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Create, copy, code verify, and edit bibliographic information for physical items using OCLC Connexion in accordance with MARC and RDA standards. Import bibliographic records into Ex Libris Alma unified resource management system including holdings and item information following standards set forth by CARLI.
- Create, copy, code verify, and edit electronic bibliographic information for electronic items in OCLC in accordance MARC and RDA standards. Import bibliographic records into Alma unified resource management system following standards set forth by CARLI. Add holding records with appropriate static URL or parser parameters for linking. Maintain resource links by checking for changes or errors.
- Utilize Alma Analytics to create required statistical reports including circulation, overdue items, and lost and missing items in order to inform collection management decisions.
- Maintain accuracy of patron records by performing regular file transfer to consortium server.
- Search, return, check in, and/or label new materials and prepare a new materials list.
- Assist with media acquisition by searching for bibliographic data, checking titles against holdings, preparing orders, checking orders, processing materials, and other similar tasks.
- Monitor and secure the library’s cash box.
- Assist Coordinator with training and supervision of work-study students.
- Provide patron assistance with direction, reference and other questions and with research methodology.
- Complete general technical services/clerical procedures.
- Maintain supply inventories and keep records for all supply orders.
- Conduct yearly inventory in accordance with standard procedure.
- Maintain photocopiers, manage student photocopy procedure, and assist staff in using photocopiers.
- Assist patrons by providing information and technical support for their usage of computer workstations.
- Provide instructional technology (library discovery service, online subscriptions, and Internet information, technical support) assistance as required.
- Identify damaged or endangered materials and extensively repair or preserve them.
- Obtain and maintain certifications in Pearson Vue, Accuplacer, Workkeys, DSST, CNA, and TEAS testing.
- Assist Testing Center Coordinator on a temporary basis giving tests virtually and in person.
- Assume all other reasonable professional duties and responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Must understand and support the mission of the community college.
- Must have strong communication (written and oral) and interpersonal skills.
- Must be able to communicate effectively by phone and email on a daily basis.
- Must be able to operate basic office equipment proficiently.
- Must be able to work effectively in a team environment.
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
- Time spent standing and walking while assisting patrons and re-shelving books is approximately 70%; time sitting for data entry and materials processing is 30%.
- Must have the ability to work with Microsoft Office products.
- Must be able to work evenings and weekends as required.
PERSONAL INTERACTION:
Frequent and personal contact is made with all levels of College personnel, faculty, students, the general public, and outside organizations in relation to specific departmental duties and services.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED:
Functional supervision is exercised over designated work-study students.
REQUIREMENTS:
Associate’s degree and three years of library cataloging experience or a bachelor’s degree and one year of library experience required. Experience or training in relevant computer work and library technologies preferred. Excellent communication skills and service orientation required.
Revised:
6/27/2022
TORT LIABILITY STATEMENT:
Coordinates the College Risk Management Program in a capacity appropriate to this position. This includes, but is not limited to, monitoring conditions, events and circumstances present through daily College operations, and communicating observations to the appropriate supervisor or taking necessary actions to correct, prevent or limit safety problems. May serve as a member of a committee that supports the health, safety and/or legal rights of visitors, students and staff. Such committees may include the AA/EEO, Sexual Harassment, and Safety/Loss Control committees. (Risk Management Categories I, III, IV. See Tort file.)
This description is intended to indicate the kinds and levels of work difficulty that will be required of the position that will be given the title and shall not be construed as declaring what specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of the supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under supervision. The use of a particular expression or illustration describing duties shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of a similar kind or level of difficulty.