LAC – Library Technician

Lsslibraries; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading library services provider in Maryland is seeking a Library Technician to facilitate interlibrary loans and provide technical support. The role involves monitoring requests, retrieving materials, and working collaboratively in a team environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant experience in library operations and an understanding of bibliographic citations.

Benefits

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)

Short Term & Long-Term Disability

Training & Development

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of library experience.
• Experience with scanning and shelving materials.
• Familiarity with library computer programs.

Responsibilities

• Monitor queue of ILL requests for timely completion.
• Retrieve requested items from library stacks.
• Prepare items for physical loan to be shipped to other institutions.

Skills

Locating library materials

Scanning books

Using library computer programs

Referencing bibliographical citations

Job description

Description

LAC Federal is seeking a Library Technician to provide high-quality interlibrary loan request and technical services to a large intuition. The Technician will be responsible for retrieval of various collection items that are requested through interlibrary loan. The role requires working with equipment to download, scan, and photocopy articles, book chapters, and other published resources in delivery to various requesting institutions via electronic means. The Technician will work in a collaborative team environment to pack, prepare, and ship items requested by other institutions and process returned items.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor queue of ILL requests to ensure timely completion
• Read and understand bibliographic citations for the materials being requested by other libraries
• Locate requested items in the library by navigating the stacks
• Identify electronic resources that fulfill ILL requests and download and send requested materials
• Retrieve books, journals, microforms, and AV materials from stacks areas, navigating a large system of shelving on multiple floors
• Examine physical items to determine whether scanning would negatively impact materials in poor condition
• Scan journal articles, book chapters, and other information from library materials using a flatbed scanner
• Prepare items requested for physical loan to be shipped to the requesting institution via courier

Requirements

• Minimum of one (1) year of relevant library experience performing the following technical tasks:
• Locating, retrieving, and shelving library materials in library collections by call number
• Scanning books and journals
• Use of a library computer program to track tasks
• Referencing bibliographical citations

Physical Requirements

Must be able to frequently move from place to place within the location; file and retrieve books and other items on high shelves; lift/push up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 35 pounds. of heavy boxes, books, and equipment; work in confined spaces; walk; bend; stoop; reach; and climb.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability
• Training & Development

EEO Statement

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently.

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.