Library Technician, Senior
General Function
Performs complex to advanced administrative and clerical tasks related to overseeing and monitoring the operations of a library division
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities—Essential Functions
- Monitors and reviews operations of unit; ensures smooth work flow; enforces policies and procedures; ensures work product meets professional standards.
- Serves as informational resource to staff; investigates and resolves problems or difficulties related to area of expertise.
- Assists Library patrons; answers inquiries and provides information.
- Oversees student employees by scheduling and assigning tasks; monitors performance to ensure deadlines and applicable standards are met.
- Prepares various reports regarding operations.
- Maintains inventory of supplies and reorders as necessary.
Reporting Relationships
Direction Received: Reports to Library Dean, Director, Head Librarian or Librarian in charge of Library unit (i.e. Music Librarian, Head Science Librarian, Head of Technical Services, etc.)
Direction Given: May provide direct administrative supervision of student employees on an on-going basis. May provide functional guidance to classified staff.
Minimum Requirements
Requires eighteen to twenty-four months of coursework or training beyond high school and three years of library experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Worker Characteristics
- Knowledge of library policies and procedures
- Strong knowledge of subject matter covered by library department
- Knowledge of computer and library related software
- Supervisory skills
Working Conditions
Periodic assignments given which entail dealing with modestly unpleasant physical situations
Please note: The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular positions. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. For jobs occupied by more than one employee, the identification of non-essential functions shall be determined from the individual’s position description.
Functional Title
Library Technician, Senior
Job Code
0017-CS555
Classification Series
Library Support
Band/Zone
G2
Department
University Libraries
FLSA
Non exempt
Last Updated
September 2013