Librarian Murphy

State of Georgia; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Georgia invites applications for a Librarian at West Georgia Technical College. The Librarian maintains campus media resources, supports staff and students, and oversees acquisitions within the allocated budget.

Proficiency with ALMA and library instruction is required to deliver effective services across campus. Responsibilities include catalog management, interlibrary loan oversight, and data reporting to improve library services and accessibility for community patrons and college

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA‑accredited program.
• Experience with ALMA or similar library systems.
• Knowledge of Dewey Decimal and Library of Congress classifications.
• Experience with library instruction preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain campus media center supporting staff, faculty, and students.
• Operate and maintain library resources and collections within budget.
• Provide library instruction and on‑site or virtual sessions.
• Input and manage media in the ALMA catalog system.
• Collect usage data and prepare performance reports.

Skills

ALMA catalog

Interlibrary loan

Classification knowledge

Instructional outreach

Proctoring and lab support

Education

Master's degree in Library and Information Science

Tools

ALMA ILS

Library databases

Job description

Librarian Murphy# Team Georgia Careers## Librarian MurphyApply: Waco: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: February 13, 2027 (30+ days left to apply): JR0000007161Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia!We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career! **Job Title:**Librarian Murphy**Agency:**West Georgia Technical College**Job Requisition ID:**JR0000007161**Shift:**Not Applicable (United States of America)**Compensation Details:**$53,040.00 PER YEAR**Job Description:****Job Summary**The Librarian is responsible for maintaining a comprehensive campus media center to support staff, faculty, and students at WGTC and also to support community patrons that may visit the open library facility. For each specific campus library, the Librarian is responsible forOperation and efficient maintenance of library resourcesProvide efficient and effective library acquisitions within budgetary allotmentProvide presentations and instruction on library services and resourcesCollecting and maintaining usage and service effectiveness dataPerform other duties as may be assigned by the Executive Director of Library Services.**Essential Functions**Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to performthe essential functions.Operate and Efficiently Maintain Campus Library for usage by Faculty,Staff, Students, and other community patrons. (40%)• Responsible for the operation of the individual campus library underthe guidance and direction of the Executive Director of LibraryServices• Stay abreast of current trends in library operations and functionality,maintain knowledge of library databases and systems, and work withother library personnel in carrying out the duties for theenhancement of library services for student, faculty, and staff usage.• Maintains reference materials and provides assistance with referencesources. Supervise interlibrary loan services and operations. Assiststhe Executive Director of Library Services with the development ofpolicies, procedures and goals to maximize library effectiveness,accessibility, and service functionality.• Input and manage all media and collections material within thelibrary electronic catalog management system (ALMA). Continuallyupdate as needed and participate in and provide proficiency trainingin usage of system.• Provide up to date computer lab facilities for student usage andprovide online course proctoring services to students.• Supervise Library Assistants and any other campus library supportstaff. Collaborate with other staff housed within the library facilities,such as advisors or temporary event staff, to maintain professionalservice quality.Provide efficient and effective library acquisitions within budgetaryallotment (15%)• Develop and monitor operating expenses per the individual campuslibrary budget.• Continually assess campus library collections and conductacquisitions. Collaborate with faculty and staff for the acquisition ofneeded collections and materials to meet the needs of individualcollege programs for maximization of educational and skills learningdevelopment and to comply with college and program accreditationcriteria. Investigates, recommends, and implements technologyproducts, innovations and databases to meet emerging needs oflibrary.Provide training and instruction on Library Services and on usage oflibrary Resources. (20%)• Schedule, coordinate, and deliver library class instruction andorientation sessions both live and virtually to college faculty, staff,and students and potentially other external patrons with an emphasison GALILEO databases• Provide student assistance on proper formatting of documentsrelated to appropriate citing of library resources.Collect and maintain library usage data, user surveys, and otherquantitative measures to determine efficient and effective availabilityand library resource usage. (20%)• Assess database extraction and other library service usage.• Prepare and analyze corresponding reports of data usage forefficiency and continuous library services improvement.Other Duties As Assigned (5%)**Competencies**• Knowledge and proficiency of ALMA library catalog management system• Knowledge of the methods of classifying, cataloging and shelf-listing books• Knowledge of the Dewey decimal and Library of Congress classification systems• Knowledge of bibliographies, card catalogs, indexes, guides, encyclopedias, and other reference materials used in the library• Knowledge of appropriate research methods• Good computer software skills as would be need to assist students with proctoring process and setup• Interpersonal Skills - communicate effectively and courteously with faculty, staff, students and community users• Proficiency in operation and usage of computer technology and other library and office equipment.• General knowledge of the college and its programs• Articulate and knowledgeable concerning library resources and services• Ability to train and orient students, faculty, and staff concerning library resources, research methods and option, and a good understanding of database material extraction.• Strong knowledge of citing, research, proper document formatting, and current available library database options• Adequate understanding of library accreditation compliance• Ability to work well with other faculty and staff.• Customer Service skills• Detail Oriented**Work Environment**This job operates in a professional library environment. This role routinely uses standard library and office equipment and technologies.**Physical Demands**The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move office products, books, library equipment, and supplies, up to 50 pounds.**Position Type/Expected Hours of Work**This is a full-time position, located with a campus library. Days and hours of work are 40 hours per week typically within a range of Monday through Thursday, 8 am to 7:00 pm and Friday, 8 am until 12 pm. This position would require longer hours or weekend work in event of emergency or facility relocation.**Travel**Travel to other campus locations is sometimes required, as needed. Overnight travel would only be required for staff professional development or training.**Required Education and Experience**Master’s degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited institution**Preferred Education and Experience**• Experience as lead librarian.• Experience with library instruction, especially information literacy instruction.• Experience with ALMA ILS or other similar library systems**Other Duties**Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing ofactivities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.**Minimum Qualifications:**Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited institution**Equal Employment Opportunity Employer**The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.