Library Technician

Philander Smith College is currently accepting applications for the position of Library Technician.

Philander Smith College is currently accepting applications for the position of Library Technician.

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Library Director, the Library Technician, performs duties related to carrying out circulation desk operations such as; assist patrons, maintain library materials and equipment, and maintain the patron database.  Greets and assists library users employing effective customer service skills.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs circulation services, including: processing overdue & lost material records; assisting patrons in person, computer, and telephone; demonstrating library equipment, registering new patrons via the library’s integrated library system (ILS), and keeping statistics.
• Assist patrons with technical assistance.
• Maintain patron database.
• Provide reference assistance & information to patrons such as library rules & procedures.
• Monitors and performs stack maintenance, including shelving of materials, shelf-reading, shifting collections, updating shelf locators, identifying materials for preservation and updating materials.
• Respond to the theft detectors.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Two years college coursework plus two years of experience working in a library or other environment requiring relevant skills and abilities, or an equivalent combination of education and experience required.  Bachelor’s degree and experience working with automated library systems preferred.