Library Technician

Job Title

Library Technician

Department

Access and Borrow Department Administrative Services

Worker Type

Regular

Pay Type

Hourly

Hourly Rate

19

Work Shift

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Post-Offer, Pre-Employment Physical Required?

No

Job Description Summary

Performs intermediate to complex administrative and clerical tasks related to monitoring the operations of a library division.

Job Description

Essential Duties:

• Monitors operations of unit; ensures smooth work flow; enforces policies and procedures; ensures work product meets professional standards.
• Serves as informational resource to students, faculty and students; investigates and resolves problems or difficulties related to area of expertise.
• Provides research assistance to students, faculty and other researchers seeking materials.
• Oversees student employees by training, assigning tasks and monitoring performance to ensure deadlines and applicable standards are met.
• Prepares various statistical reports.

Minimum Requirements

Requires twelve to eighteen months of coursework or training beyond high school and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.​

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with integrated library systems and supervision of student employees.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Experience in successfully operating autonomously, without the presence of a direct supervisor.
• Comfort using and troubleshooting technology.
• Ability to work in a collegial manner with fellow circulation supervisors.
• Ability to multi-task and apply good judgment in a sometimes hectic environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of library policies and procedures
• Moderate knowledge of subject matter covered by library department
• Knowledge of computer and library related software
• May require supervisory skills

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

The position has a typical work schedule of Wednesday - Sunday, 4:45pm - 1:15am during semesters; Hours may vary during breaks and intersession.

Special Instructions (if applicable)

Please upload a resume and cover letter.

Inquiries may be directed to Rob Withers at witherre@miamioh.edu.

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

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