Senior Library Technician - AC

Pierce County Library • Tacoma, WA

11d • $25 - $35

About The Position

Coordinates and performs technical and clerical library duties in support of assigned departmental operations. Prepares correspondence and reports and performs routine circulation and collection maintenance functions. Performs interlibrary loan, cataloging, and acquisitions work for Pierce County, including sourcing and responding on behalf of the Library to interlibrary loan inquiries from other libraries. Provides customer service to the public, processes invoices, researches materials-purchasing options for department consideration, and troubleshoots issues related to the assignment. Performs other related duties.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in a related field and two years of public library experience, or an equivalent combination.
• A valid Washington State driver’s license may be required.
• Background screening.
• Basic record creation skills.
• Ability to use office equipment.
• Basic PC skills and web navigation.
• Intermediate Microsoft Office skills.
• Ability to use specialized software as required.
• Light lifting up to 35 pounds; occasional lifting up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, and push or pull carts.
• May require local travel as assigned.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with ILS, inventory, or data systems.

Responsibilities

• Process borrowed materials; borrow and lend items; return items to owning libraries; and update accounts for lost or damaged fees.
• Download carts, review data, create lists, research vendors, track orders, and process invoices for cataloging and acquisitions.
• Match records using OCLC; upload and download records; edit bibliographic data; and create catalog records.
• Compile and analyze data; prepare and edit correspondence, reports, schedules, and documentation; research purchasing options; and process invoices for payment.
• Respond to inquiries in person, by phone, and by email, providing high-quality customer service.
• Create and maintain standing orders and serials; manage subscriptions, renewals, and billing.
• Create and update brief records; track and coordinate issues with partner libraries; and troubleshoot request issues.
• May participate in internal projects and perform other non-essential duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Sick leave
• Vacation
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Basic life insurance
• State retirement system
• Employee Assistance Program
• Opportunity to participate in the Tax Sheltered Annuity Program and Deferred Compensation Program
• Additional life insurance for the employee and family available through payroll deduction

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Associate degree