Library Technician (Float)

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Job Description

This position will float between the Brooklyn Park and the Eden Prairie Campuses.

Under general supervision the Library Technician organizes maintains and delivers library services and provides technical and instructional support to patrons in the use of library resources. This includes cataloging new library resources serving as the technical vendor contact for online databases and access services maintaining electronic collections through title list updates and other detailed metadata procedures collecting database usage statistics and assisting students with technology. This role will direct students faculty and staff to the academic librarian when appropriate. The Library Technician will be located at Hennepin Technical Colleges Eden Prairie campus 3 days per week providing coverage at HTCs Brooklyn Park Campus 2 days per week and as needed.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES AND RESULTS

1. Provide assistance and instruction on the use of library resources services and technology to library patrons including faculty staff and students of the college. This includes assisting students with accessing reference materials online databases general computer operations password resets etc.

Priority: Essential Percent of Time: 50%

2. Assist the Librarian with coordination of the circulation of library materials processing new materials maintaining library collections and inventories and daily operations of the library.

Priority: Essential Percent of Time: 25%

3. Assist in the hiring training evaluating and direction of work of student employees to ensure the successful function of library services.

Priority: Essential Percent of Time: 10%

4. Assist the Librarian with programming events and workshops for student success.

Priority: Essential Percent of Time: 10%

5. Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the reputation of the organization as a viable business partner.

Priority: Secondary Percent of Time: 5%

Salary Range:

$21.36 ($44600) - $30.58 ($63851)

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of library classification system(s) and standard library reference tools sufficient to assist clients in locating materials to support academic learning.
• Two (2) years of experience using an integrated library system and associated databases (e.g. Alma and/or OCLC).
• Ability to operate personal computers use various software and web-based applications and other office equipment to locate catalog information word processing documents complete forms and complete reports.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing sufficient to determine and respond to the informational needs of clients of varied educational levels and backgrounds; to train direct and evaluate the work of student clerical staff; and to assist the professional library staff to maintain the library collection according to library policy and procedures.
  

Preferred Qualification

• Experience working in an academic library preferably with a customer service focus.
• Two (2) years of college coursework or a certificate in library information technology information media or an equivalent program.
• Familiarity with current cataloging standards and resource tools sufficient to make decisions about the cataloging of materials.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrated cross-cultural knowledge that facilitates positive working relationships in a diverse campus community.
• Ability to work independently and address issues that arise on own initiative.
• Ability to address tasks in an organized and systematic way and to prioritize multiple tasks appropriately.
• Ability to apply a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy to tasks.
  

Other Requirements

Hennepin Technical College is currently unable to sponsor work visas or green card applications due to regulatory complexity budget constraints and alignment with our current hiring strategy. Applicant must be legally authorized to work in the US at the start of employment.

Work Shift (Hours / Days of work)

Full-Time - Monday - Friday

Telework (Yes/No)

No

About

Founded in 1972 Hennepin Technical College is the largest technical college in Minnesota. With campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie Hennepin Technical College has a diverse student population of more than 9500 and offers degree and non-degree coursework in over 45 programs. Achieving a 99% job placement rate within its network of industry partners Hennepin Technical College prepares students for in-demand and high-paying employment opportunities Hennepin Technical College is a member of Minnesota State which includes 30 community and technical colleges and seven state universities serving approximately 400000 students. It is the fourth-largest system of two-year colleges and four-year universities in the United States.

Hennepin Technical College with campuses in Brooklyn Park and Eden Prairie is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System. The college is strategically positioned to meet the economic and workforce development needs of business and industry throughout Minnesota. Hennepin Technical College faculty and staff are committed to preparing students to be successful in obtaining the education and skills that can result in employment and a career. Curriculum is industry validated and delivered in an environment that emulates the work setting. Students receive a well-rounded educational experience that gives them the skills and ability to secure the first job in their career as well as to advance in their career. For more information about Hennepin Technical College please visit our website at:

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Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays Vacation Time Sick Time six weeks of Paid Parental Leave low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($150 - $1500) a Pension Plan 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts employer paid life insurance short and long term disability as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

Benefits Information:

At Minnesota State we have a GREAT BENEFITS PACKAGE! Our generous benefits include 11 paid Holidays Vacation Time Sick Time six weeks of Paid Parental Leave low cost medical and dental insurance with low deductibles ($250 - $1500) a Pension Plan 457(b) and 403(b) retirement plans and other retirement investment options pre-tax medical and dental expense (with roll-over option) and dependent care accounts employer paid life insurance short and long term disability as well as professional development and a tuition waiver program for employees and their dependents etc. We promote the health and well-being of our employees and take work/life balance seriously.

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