Library Technician

Summary

Library TechnicianPerforms a variety of routine clerical and technical library functions; processes various types of library materials; assists in maintaining assigned library collections; performs data entry; prepares program materials; and performs other related duties as assigned.Essential FunctionsDelivers high-quality, customer-focused services.Processes various types of library materials including books and audiovisual items; attaches property stamps, labels, and book jackets.Enters materials information into the Polaris System including barcodes, item destinations, collection codes, and call numbers; reassigns items to other library branches under the guidance of the CM LibrariansPrepares, receives, unpacks, sorts, and distributes assigned library materials, mail, and/or deliveries; reviews shipping documents for accuracy; operates forklifts and pallet jacks.Checks in and shelves library materials; organizes and maintains shelves; performs shelf reading; locates items and fills customer hold requests; unloads assigned book drops.Reviews library items for weeding; assists in cleaning library materials.Provides assistance in preparing, assembling, and distributing library programming materials including flyers, brochures, booklets, activity sheets, and/or other related items.Prepares and maintains Book Club kits for monthly distribution to the branches.Demonstrates punctuality and regular and consistent attendance.Additional Duties and ResponsibilitiesDuties are considered non-essential and include the following: Supervisory Responsibilities? Reports to assigned Supervisor depending on work department; no supervisory responsibility is performed.Brings matters of public concern regarding waste, inefficiency, corruption, discrimination, and safety to the attention of Library Management.Accurately communicates the Library's policies to members of the public in all job-related contacts.Positively reflects Pierce County Library's mission, vision, and values to members of the public and to staff.Performs other specialized duties relative to area of assignment as assigned or required.Core Skills & Qualities / Leadership Competencies Employees are expected to demonstrate the following qualities at all times:Customer FocusTeamworkCommunicationsLeadershipProblem SolvingChange and LearningPositive AttitudeProfessional IntegrityDiversityRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The employee is expected to perform or possess the following:Minimum Requirements including Education, License or Certifications:High School Diploma or equivalent, andOne (1) year public library/general office experience; ORAny combination of education and experience which would provide the required knowledge and skills and allows successful performance of the job.Depending on area of assignment, a valid Washington State Driver's License may be required.After hire, the library will provide the necessary training to obtain WISHA Forklift Certification.Must pass criminal background screening prior to hire.Technology Requirements:Required:Ability to effectively navigate basic electronic record creation and storage (e.g. timecard/HRIS, performance review, network drive storage)Use of basic office equipment (e.g. PC, printer, phone, fax, mouse, security alarm)Basic keyboard and alpha/numeric data entry skillsBasic PC navigation skills in a windows based environment; ability to connect and printAbility to navigate, search and use basic web functions and applicationsUnderstand and follow basic technical instructionDesired:Basic MS Office Suite skills (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel)Integrated Library System, Inventory or Data Management system experiencePhysical and Environmental Conditions:Work is conducted in a normal office setting that provides comfortable lighting, temperature and air conditions.Occasional light lifting, such as three to four reams of paper, four or five books, or other library materials up to 35 pounds may be required.Subject to sitting and standing for extended periods of time, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting objects weighing up to 30-35 pounds. May lift or push up to 50-100 pounds as needed with assistance.Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices or meeting rooms, e.g. use of safe work place practices with office equipment, and/or avoidance of trips and falls and observance of fire regulations.Work may be performed in a library environment and involve regular contact with the public, and/or require push/pull loaded carts.Required SkillsAbility to perform routine clerical and technical library functionsProficiency in data entry and maintaining accurate materials recordsKnowledge of public library operations and servicesFamiliarity with circulation processes and proceduresUnderstanding of collection maintenance principlesAbility to receive, unpack, sort, and distribute library materialsBasic keyboard and alpha/numeric data entry skillsBasic PC navigation skills in a Windows-based environmentAbility to navigate, search, and use basic web functions and applicationsAbility to effectively navigate basic electronic record creation and storage (e.g., timecard/HRIS, performance review, network drive storage)Use of basic office equipment including PC, printer, phone, fax, and mouseAbility to understand and follow basic technical instructionsBasic MS Office Suite skills including Outlook, Word, and Excel (desired)Experience with Integrated Library Systems, Inventory, or Data Management systems (desired)Strong customer service and public communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively in a team environmentStrong organizational and time management skillsAttention to detail and accuracy in all tasksAbility to operate forklifts and pallet jacks (depending on area of assignment)Ability to work evenings and weekends on a rotating scheduleAbility to adapt to schedule changes on short noticeAbility to lift and carry materials weighing up to 35 pounds independentlyAbility to push or pull loaded cartsCommitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplaceProfessional integrity and positive attitude in all public and staff interactionsRequired ExperienceHigh School Diploma or equivalent is requiredMinimum of one (1) year of public library or general office experience preferredAny combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills for successful job performance will be considered1 to 2 years of relevant experience in a library, clerical, or administrative support role is preferredExperience with library materials processing including labeling, stamping, and cataloging is a plusExperience performing data entry and maintaining accurate records in a database or library management systemExperience receiving, sorting, and distributing materials in a warehouse, library, or office environmentExperience providing customer-focused services in a public-facing roleExperience working with Integrated Library Systems such as Polaris is highly desirableValid Washington State Drivers License may be required depending on area of assignmentWISHA Forklift Certification may be required depending on area of assignmentMust pass criminal background screening prior to hireExperience preparing and assembling program or promotional materials is a plusExperience working in a team-oriented environment with demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively

Job Description

Library TechnicianPerforms a variety of routine clerical and technical library functions; processes various types of library materials; assists in maintaining assigned library collections; performs data entry; prepares program materials; and performs other related duties as assigned.Essential FunctionsDelivers high-quality, customer-focused services.Processes various types of library materials including books and audiovisual items; attaches property stamps, labels, and book jackets.Enters materials information into the Polaris System including barcodes, item destinations, collection codes, and call numbers; reassigns items to other library branches under the guidance of the CM LibrariansPrepares, receives, unpacks, sorts, and distributes assigned library materials, mail, and/or deliveries; reviews shipping documents for accuracy; operates forklifts and pallet jacks.Checks in and shelves library materials; organizes and maintains shelves; performs shelf reading; locates items and fills customer hold requests; unloads assigned book drops.Reviews library items for weeding; assists in cleaning library materials.Provides assistance in preparing, assembling, and distributing library programming materials including flyers, brochures, booklets, activity sheets, and/or other related items.Prepares and maintains Book Club kits for monthly distribution to the branches.Demonstrates punctuality and regular and consistent attendance.Additional Duties and ResponsibilitiesDuties are considered non-essential and include the following: Supervisory Responsibilities? Reports to assigned Supervisor depending on work department; no supervisory responsibility is performed.Brings matters of public concern regarding waste, inefficiency, corruption, discrimination, and safety to the attention of Library Management.Accurately communicates the Library's policies to members of the public in all job-related contacts.Positively reflects Pierce County Library's mission, vision, and values to members of the public and to staff.Performs other specialized duties relative to area of assignment as assigned or required.Core Skills & Qualities / Leadership Competencies Employees are expected to demonstrate the following qualities at all times:Customer FocusTeamworkCommunicationsLeadershipProblem SolvingChange and LearningPositive AttitudeProfessional IntegrityDiversityRequired Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The employee is expected to perform or possess the following:Minimum Requirements including Education, License or Certifications:High School Diploma or equivalent, andOne (1) year public library/general office experience; ORAny combination of education and experience which would provide the required knowledge and skills and allows successful performance of the job.Depending on area of assignment, a valid Washington State Driver's License may be required.After hire, the library will provide the necessary training to obtain WISHA Forklift Certification.Must pass criminal background screening prior to hire.Technology Requirements:Required:Ability to effectively navigate basic electronic record creation and storage (e.g. timecard/HRIS, performance review, network drive storage)Use of basic office equipment (e.g. PC, printer, phone, fax, mouse, security alarm)Basic keyboard and alpha/numeric data entry skillsBasic PC navigation skills in a windows based environment; ability to connect and printAbility to navigate, search and use basic web functions and applicationsUnderstand and follow basic technical instructionDesired:Basic MS Office Suite skills (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel)Integrated Library System, Inventory or Data Management system experiencePhysical and Environmental Conditions:Work is conducted in a normal office setting that provides comfortable lighting, temperature and air conditions.Occasional light lifting, such as three to four reams of paper, four or five books, or other library materials up to 35 pounds may be required.Subject to sitting and standing for extended periods of time, walking, bending, reaching, and lifting objects weighing up to 30-35 pounds. May lift or push up to 50-100 pounds as needed with assistance.Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices or meeting rooms, e.g. use of safe work place practices with office equipment, and/or avoidance of trips and falls and observance of fire regulations.Work may be performed in a library environment and involve regular contact with the public, and/or require push/pull loaded carts.Required SkillsAbility to perform routine clerical and technical library functionsProficiency in data entry and maintaining accurate materials recordsKnowledge of public library operations and servicesFamiliarity with circulation processes and proceduresUnderstanding of collection maintenance principlesAbility to receive, unpack, sort, and distribute library materialsBasic keyboard and alpha/numeric data entry skillsBasic PC navigation skills in a Windows-based environmentAbility to navigate, search, and use basic web functions and applicationsAbility to effectively navigate basic electronic record creation and storage (e.g., timecard/HRIS, performance review, network drive storage)Use of basic office equipment including PC, printer, phone, fax, and mouseAbility to understand and follow basic technical instructionsBasic MS Office Suite skills including Outlook, Word, and Excel (desired)Experience with Integrated Library Systems, Inventory, or Data Management systems (desired)Strong customer service and public communication skillsAbility to work collaboratively in a team environmentStrong organizational and time management skillsAttention to detail and accuracy in all tasksAbility to operate forklifts and pallet jacks (depending on area of assignment)Ability to work evenings and weekends on a rotating scheduleAbility to adapt to schedule changes on short noticeAbility to lift and carry materials weighing up to 35 pounds independentlyAbility to push or pull loaded cartsCommitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplaceProfessional integrity and positive attitude in all public and staff interactionsRequired ExperienceHigh School Diploma or equivalent is requiredMinimum of one (1) year of public library or general office experience preferredAny combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge and skills for successful job performance will be considered1 to 2 years of relevant experience in a library, clerical, or administrative support role is preferredExperience with library materials processing including labeling, stamping, and cataloging is a plusExperience performing data entry and maintaining accurate records in a database or library management systemExperience receiving, sorting, and distributing materials in a warehouse, library, or office environmentExperience providing customer-focused services in a public-facing roleExperience working with Integrated Library Systems such as Polaris is highly desirableValid Washington State Drivers License may be required depending on area of assignmentWISHA Forklift Certification may be required depending on area of assignmentMust pass criminal background screening prior to hireExperience preparing and assembling program or promotional materials is a plusExperience working in a team-oriented environment with demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively