Library Technical Assistant

State of North Carolina

5d • $20,717 - $30,804

About The Position

DO YOUR CAREER JUSTICE! Each and every day, North Carolina's courts help provide safety for our communities, prosperity for our economy, and protection for the rights, liberties, and freedoms that sit at the foundation of our state and federal constitutions. Consider an exciting and rewarding career with us and join the more than 7,000 elected officials and employees who make up our workforce and help us ensure that justice is administrated without favor, denial, or delay.
SALARY RANGE: $20,717.00 - $30,804.00 THIS POSITION IS PERMANENT, PART-TIME, 19 HOURS PER WEEK. Benefits are NOT included for this position. The North Carolina Supreme Court Library seeks a qualified Library Technical Assistant to process materials, and maintain and update existing collections.

Requirements

• Knowledge of: acquisition procedures for serials collections and/or basic cataloging practices; detailed filing instructions from various vendors/publishers.
• Skill in: organization; basic computer use; use and maintenance of office equipment such as computers, printers, copiers, and scanners; and Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Ability to: follow standard library methods and principles; compile data for statistical records; learn specific software programs, including proprietary database and office software; follow very specific instructions and guidelines for filing purposes; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships; and lift and move books and furniture.
• Associate’s degree in library science or related field of study plus one year of experience working in a library; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Nice To Haves

• Management prefers candidate with a bachelor's degree and one year of experience working in a library.
• Attach cover letter and résumé.

Responsibilities

• Retrieve and open mail; check-in materials electronically via acquisition databases; file new materials; prepare materials for cataloging; and label materials with appropriate classification numbers or designations.
• Shelve materials; assist in inventories; track orders; and verify shipments.
• Complete minor preservation procedures on heavily used materials; process shipments from the Government Printing Office; and prepare shipments for the bindery.
• Shift bound volumes of collection; prepare superseded materials for disposition; and move shelving, furniture, and equipment in the library facility.
• Open and close the library, when so scheduled.
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees