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University Library Technician

Employer
Fayetteville State University
Location
Fayetteville, NC

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Job Details

Position Title::

University Library Technician

Position Number::

000120

Full-time or Part-time::

Full Time

Department::

Library Services

Posting Number::

0402151

SHRA/EHRA::

SHRA

Job Category::

Clerical and Secretarial

Hiring Range::

$31,200.00 - $32,825.00

Minimum salary::

$31,200.00

Maximum salary::

$32,825.00

Overall Position Competency::

Contributing

Description of primary duties and responsibilities::

Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit

The mission of the Charles Waddell Chesnutt library is to support the University in its educational, research and cultural endeavors through careful selection, acquisition, organization, and interpretation of information resources. In addition, the Chesnutt Library assumes its special role as a major cultural resource for the community and the region at large.
The Circulations Department of the Charles W. Chesnutt Library primary purpose is to charge and discharge library books and audiovisual materials in a manner that are readily accessible to library patrons. The library user is our focus and excellent service to users is the mission of all circulation activities.

Description of Work Continued::

Primary Purpose of the Position:Primary purpose of the Library Assistant in this position is to staff and supervise the circulation desk during the evening and weekend hours. Train newly assigned student workers and volunteers. Incumbent works independently in carrying out assignments.Obtains statistical data daily. Uses the library’s integrated online system, OCLC WMS Circulation module) and the online catalog, which includes the charge and discharge of materials (this includes sensitizing books checked-in, and desensitizing books checked out), renewals, placing holds, searching for missing items. and creating and maintaining online patron records.Knowledge of borrowing policies, procedures, and privileges for the Charles W. Chesnutt Library patrons. Follows the loan periods and policies for students, faculty, staff, community members, Cooperative Borrowers. Fort Bragg Students and Friends of Charles W. Chesnutt Library. This requires looking up patron records, creating and updating records using the Circulation module of OCLC WMS. assists patrons and answer basic location and title questions. Refers patrons if necessary. Assists with interpreting library policies for patrons assists with training and supervision of student assistants and part time workers. Responsible for developing content, creating and maintaining LibGuides both private and public facing Libguides for housing circulations services, policies and procedures and student workers training. Checks links on all the LibGuides and Library Website and sends reports to the Head of Access Services. Maintains stacks and shelves books. Assists with the weeding process and collection maintenance.This position provides support and development of training materials for the departments work study program and supervises work study students who work the night and weekend shifts.Works assigned schedule and performs other tasks as assigned.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements::

High school diploma or equivalency and two years of experience in library services, office support, or related field; or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Knowledge skills and abilities::

Knowledge -Program/Technical – Demonstrates a general knowledge of circulation policies and procedures. Demonstrates a basic use of the circulation module of the Millennium System in order to checkout and check-in materials.

Client/Patron Service -Provides general information to assist users with directional inquiries regarding the location of materials in the library. Requires assistance in relaying correct information regarding library and circulation policies. Refers most patrons with inquiries concerning titles and holdings in the library’s collections to Reference Desk staff.

Data/Information/Records Management – Records, compiles and submits statistics on how many students used the library on an hourly basis. Submitted monthly statistical and narrative reports to the supervisor.

Instruction – Instructs users on the basic guidelines, policies and procedures for the proper use and handling of materials in the library’s collections, and how to access the reserve collection.

Communication (Presentations, Oral and Written) – When assigned to the desk, communicated with library users about services, policies and procedures and the use of the collection. Answered questions promptly or referred patrons quickly for complex questions.

Planning and Organizing Work/Supervision – Directs training, supervising and evaluating student workers and supervise the circulation desk during evening and weekend rotation.

Preferred Qualifications::

Completion of high school and two years experience in office support, preferably as a library technician.

Closing Date::

06/26/2022

Open Until Filled::

No

Other Information:

If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations.

EEO Statement::

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable), academic verification and credit history check (if applicable).


Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and employment and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement:

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Quick Link:

https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/22135

Organization

Working at Fayetteville State University

Fayetteville State University (FSU) is a member of the prestigious University of North Carolina System. Situated in southeastern North Carolina, FSU prides itself in being in one of the most diverse cities in the country and neighbor to one of the nation’s largest military installations – Fort Bragg.

FSU has a rich history that serves as genesis for its current status as a leading institution of higher learning. A year after the Civil War ended, the Phillips School provided primary education to Fayetteville’s black citizens, and the Sumner School provided intermediate education for this population. The two schools were consolidated in 1869 and dedicated in April of that year as the Howard School, in honor of the Freedman’s Bureau chief General O.O. Howard. Seven prominent African-American men pooled $136 to purchase two lots for the first building that housed the Howard School. Robert Harris was named the first principal of the Howard School.

In 1877, the Howard School became not just the first public normal school for African Americans in North Carolina but also the first state-sponsored institution for the education of African-American teachers in the South. It was renamed the State Colored Normal School in Fayetteville that year, Fayetteville State Teachers College in 1939, Fayetteville State College in 1963, and Fayetteville State University in 1969.

While FSU’s roots are as a teacher education institution, it now offers nearly 70 degrees at the baccalaureate, masters and doctoral levels. Many of the programs are accredited by the top agencies. The university’s School of Business and Economics is endorsed by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB). AACSB is one of the most prestigious and rigorous accrediting bodies for business programs in higher education. Currently, less than one-third of U.S. business programs and only 15% of the world's business programs have earned AACSB accreditation. Receipt of this distinguished accreditation provides evidence that FSU’s School of Business and Economics has established itself as a leader among business schools. Additionally, the Master of Business Administration program has been cited by U.S. News and World Report and The Princeton Review as one of the best graduate business school programs in the country. The Department of Criminal Justice is accredited by the Academy of Criminal Justice Sciences (ACJS). FSU’s criminal justice program is the only such program in North Carolina to hold ACJS certification.

FSU is rapidly becoming a center for research and technology. In spring 2010, the university, in conjunction with the University of North Carolina at Pembroke, cut the ribbon on the Southeastern North Carolina Regional Microanalytical and Imaging Center. The center is home to the electron microprobe, an advanced imaging tool that magnifies objects up to 300,000 times.

FSU is a partner in the community. The institution has formulated a strong relationship with the local municipality and with civic and social organizations in the area. The institution enjoys its partnership with its military neighbors. In the coming years, as a result of Base Realignment
and Closure (BRAC), Fort Bragg will be home to more than 50,000 soldiers and some of the nation’s top military brass. To address their educational needs, FSU has implemented a degree in intelligence studies with plans to offer more academic programs with the military in mind.

Students who come to FSU know they will be learning in a nurturing environment from some of the top scholars in their respective fields. As they matriculate, they know their degrees will prepare them to be 21st century global scholars, change agents, and contributing members of society.

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