Library Technician

Under the general supervision of Manager, Library and Information Services, performs a variety of duties including selection, circulation and maintenance of library materials; cataloging, classifying, and access of library materials.  Work is generally varied using established procedures requiring judgment and the making of minor decisions and performs routine work independently with interaction with the supervisor for problems. 

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu.

• Assists students, faculty and staff with questions, requests and initiates problem resolution. Duties include library material checking in/out, searching and retrieving materials from other libraries, assisting with study rooms, answering phone calls and providing information.
• Maintains the journals/magazine collection; communicates with vendors to ensure accurate source collection and records.
• Maintains library collection records for existing book/DVD collection and creates new bib, item and purchase orders; processes new and existing library items; creates acquisition records and reconciles inventory invoices.
• Collaborates with staff and faculty to update reserve records/section in the library.
• Maintain professional currency.  Characteristic duties would include: reading professional publications and discussing important developments in the profession with colleagues; maintaining memberships in professional organizations and participating in conferences, webinars, and other collaborations.
• Serves as a resource for student inquiries of library system (Millennium) and the school system (Cosmo); reconciles library accounts; incur charges and adjustments in compliance with library rules and regulations; consult accounting for reconciliation resolution.
• Assists students by providing problem resolution with computers; class issues; software applications including Blackboard, Microsoft Office Suite programs; class schedules; financial aid applications; homework that uses web-based platforms; computer support equipment; and audio/visual systems.
• Participates in in-service training,  workshops and other educational activities as required or assigned.
• Performs other related duties as required for the efficient operations of the division.

Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards/requirements, as well as all MATC policies and procedures.

Required Education & Experience Associate’s or Technical degree And Two (2) years of occupational experience in an academic library preferred; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the Dewey decimal classification, Library of Congress subject headings and Anglo-American Cataloging Rules 2 (AACR2).
• Knowledge of college supported computer operating systems, application software, and hardware.
• Proven customer-service skills and ability to work with a diversity of patrons.
• Demonstrated ability to locate and evaluate information in a variety of mediums.
• Ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Ability to establish, collaborate and maintain effective work relationships with peers, students, teachers, staff, representatives of outside agencies, educational institutions, and the general public.
• Ability to convey an image of professionalism and dedication in work related activities.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse student and employee populations.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and software specific to position, including spreadsheets and the Internet.
• Ability to work successfully with minimal supervision and to provide a leadership role to others.
• Ability to establish workflows, manages multiple projects, and meets necessary deadlines.

This is a part-time 43-week, in-person position (up to 19 hours per week) based primarily at the Milwaukee campus. Work hours are between 12pm-6pm Monday through Friday.

Application Materials & Requirements:  

1. Complete the Employment Application in its Entirety

You must provide thorough and detailed information for all sections of the application form.