Library Technician III
University of MarylandJob Description Summary
As the largest university library system in the Washington, D.C./Baltimore region, the University of Maryland (UMD) Libraries serve more than 41,000 students and 14,000 faculty and staff of the flagship College Park campus. Our extensive collections, innovative programs, and dynamic services enable student success, support teaching, research, and creativity, and enrich the intellectual and cultural life of our community.A member of the Big Ten Academic Alliance and the Association of Research Libraries, the UMD Libraries are nationally recognized for excellence in advancing the role of academic libraries. We are dedicated to fostering a welcoming and collaborative workplace where employees can grow, contribute their strengths, and be part of a community that advances discovery and learning.
The ACRDS Library Technician, in collaboration with the Ordering Team Coordinator, manages purchase requests for print and online one-time material for the UMD Libraries collections.
The ACRDS Library Technician is a valuable member of the Acquisitions, Continuing Resources & Data Services (ACRDS) team.
The successful candidate in this position: evaluates all the requests to ensure no duplication in content between new orders and existing materials occurs, monitors spending on each monographic budget, resolves any discrepancies with orders, and communicates with subject librarians.
This position also handles order requests received on Material Request Forms (MRF) and places orders with special vendors as needed. The ACRDS Library Technician verifies the receipt of all one-time resource material, and identifies and resolves any problems with these materials. Finally, the person in this position reconciles their credit card transactions in the campus procurement card system..
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION: High School Diploma or GED
EXPERIENCE: Five years progressively responsible experience directly related to the primary duties of the position.
OTHER:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:
Thorough knowledge and understanding of the nature and function of libraries, of library services, standards and procedures; of bibliographic tools and records, publishing and publication formats and library information storage and retrieval systems. Skill in interpreting and applying library policies, procedures and explaining technical material such as local and national library standards and rules; in using a computer terminal to input and retrieve information; in resolving library technical support problems; in alphabetic and numeric filing; in communicating effectively; in establishing and maintaining effective work relationships with library users and staff. Ability to work independently on multiple tasks; to supervise and train subordinate personnel; and to organize work involving conflicting demands.
OTHER:
Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 college credits being equivalent to one year of experience.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Additional Job Details
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Posting Close Date: 12/3/2025
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionFinancial Disclosure Required
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Department
LIBR-LibrariesWorker Sub-Type
Staff RegularSalary Range
$48,138.00 - $57,766.00Benefits Summary
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Background Checks
Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed.
Employment Eligibility
The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment.
EEO Statement
The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University’s Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy.
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