Library Technician II

Class Purpose

(The work schedule for this position is part-time. FTE 0.65 = 26 hours per week) Under general supervision, the Library Technician II performs journey level work involving library clerical and technical duties.

• Examples of duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Participates in processing of new library materials, including checking prices, stamping, typing catalog cards, and labeling spines.
• Orders books and materials as directed by Librarian, does necessary bibliographic research on orders.
• Types orders and handles all related correspondence.
• Assists in the processing, circulation, and maintenance of reserve books.
• Sends overdue notices.
• Prepares requisitions for payment.
• Assists in training and supervising student assistants.
• Assists patrons by checking library materials in and out, and giving information.
• Maintains time records on student assistants, types catalog cards, requisitions, and purchase orders.
• Assists in cataloging, processing, and charging out of phonograph records, tapes, headsets, and other non-book materials.
• May be assigned responsibility for main circulation area on the evening shift.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Two years of library technical experience and/or any combination of training and experience that could likely provide the desired knowledge and abilities.
• Understanding of, sensitivity to and respect for the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of Peralta Colleges’ students, faculty, staff, and community.

• Experience working with computerized online catalogs and with Ameritech Horizon or similar library automation software.
• Knowledge of computer hardware and software, including library applications.
• Effective communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Evidence of the ability to work effectively as a team member.
• Sensitivity and understanding of the diverse public service needs of a campus library.

• Library technical processes relating to the acquisition and classification of library materials.
• Library terminology and standard practices.
• Library of Congress cataloging and filing systems.

• Perform sub‑professional library duties relating to technical processing and public services.
• Perform library clerical duties with speed and accuracy.
• Maintain financial and statistical records.
• Establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work, train and supervise assigned personnel.
• Type accurately from clear copy.