Technical Services Specialist

Emory & Henry University•Emory, VA

4d•$12 - $14•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Services Specialist is responsible for performing regular cataloging and processing of library materials, including periodicals and government documents. This role collaborates with the Electronic Resources and Outreach Librarian in loading and maintaining electronic resource records, as needed, and is responsible for providing circulation services.

Requirements

Associate's degree (required)
Knowledge of library cataloging standards and processing procedures.
Ability to learn and use specialized library software programs such as Sierra and OCLC.
Familiarity with modern offices practices and procedures, and proficiency in Microsoft Office or Google products.
Ability to multi-task, handle interruptions, and work positively and effectively within a team.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)
Library experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

Performs all procedures required for cataloging and processing materials for all collections in the library, including circulating, special collections, and reference books, DVDs, and CDs.
Imports bibliographic records from an external database to the integrated library system and researches records and makes updates as needed.
Prepares materials being added to the library by attaching labels and barcodes to all materials, adding special bookplates, laminating book covers, and placing security strips.
Assists with inventory of the library collections and correcting problems regarding labels, call numbers, holding information, etc.
Processes materials and records for materials that are being withdrawn from the collections.
Performs book repairs.
Works with other HAL consortium catalogers in doing clean-up projects in the OPAC.
Collaborates with Electronic Resources and Outreach Librarian in monthly loads of electronic resource records into the integrated library system (Sierra).
Trains student employees performing processing activities.
Assists with course reserve services, including loading items into eReserves classes.
Perform all procedures required for cataloging and adding materials for the government documents collection.
Process all withdrawn government documents.
Regularly staff the circulation desk, including checking-in and checking-out material, renewing overdue items, searching for and finding requested items.
Respond to patron requests and issue community borrower cards.
Answering and directing telephone queries.
Handling small amounts of money collected for charges associated with copying, faxing, lamination, etc.
Assist in opening and/or closing the library.
Perform shelving and stack maintenance.
Other duties as assigned.