TECHNICIAN, LIBRARY

Denver Public Schools • Denver, CO

2d • $25 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

Provide specialized library service support to Librarian.

Requirements

• High school Diploma or equivalent. 48 college semester credit hours OR an Associate’s Degree OR a BS/BA degree, Or Passing score on the WorkKeys assessment test and a high school diploma/GED is required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of library experience.
• Three (3) or more years of related experience in administrative/data entry.
• Type 30-40 wpm and demonstrate proficiency in computer software applications.
• Must be proficient in PC and/or Mac platforms.
• The ability to take responsibility for one’s own performance
• Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines
• Strong attention to detail
• High degree of integrity in handling confidential information
• Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with district and school leaders, faculty, staff and students
• Work collaboratively of others on a team
• Aptitude for variety and changing expectations and fast-paced environment
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
• Ability to receive, coordinate and assign various job related tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate clearly in both written and oral formats.
• Ability to demonstrate critical thinking and problem solving skills.
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
• Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

• Two (2) years’ of coursework in education or library media preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and repetitive data entry into a computer system along with data verification of coded or un-coded data from documents or other sources.
• Collect designated forms, data, and documents, and enters data from these forms into a designated desktop, mid-range or main frame computer system.
• Perform editing and maintenance of databases, including the maintenance of accurate and current data records.
• Read and review user manuals and receives training, technical direction, and guidance on data processing operations.
• Initiate or respond to inquiries from staff, schools, and management.
• Collect and compile information and data for reports.
• Compose, type, edit and appropriately distribute correspondence, memos, notices, agendas, reports and other materials; checks for accuracy and completeness of materials.
• File relevant paperwork and search files for various data.
• Download and manipulate records from OCLC and other databases for cataloging library books.
• Perform level II cataloging.
• Coordinate the classification, indexing, shelving and circulation of books, periodicals, audio-visual and multi-media information.
• Research and investigate special projects and prepares reports and analysis.
• Coordinate and collaborate with LION team to determine technical solutions for cataloging issues and performing retrospective conversion projects.
• Provide information and training to less-experienced catalogers.
• Respond to and resolve inquiries from District staff and students, referred from Library Tech I staff.
• Check and verify invoices, order and item records.
• Perform other duties as requested.

Benefits

• time off
• health and wellness benefits
• PERA Retirement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED