Library Technician Senior

Town of Minden; Minden (NV); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and leave benefits

Sick leave

Holidays

Employee recognition programs

Annual gym membership

EAP

Tuition reimbursement programs

Job summary

Douglas County Public Library is seeking a Library Technician Senior to support patrons with circulation, reference, and technology needs. You will assist in planning and delivering library programs, lead technology education, and help manage outreach and special events.

The role requires strong customer service, teamwork, and the ability to train volunteers while supporting library operations and ensuring a welcoming environment for all patrons.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and three (3) years of experience supporting library operations, including circulation services, cataloging, materials processing, technical support or public assistance; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides circulation services to patrons including checking materials in and out, sorting books for shelving, discussing library card accounts with patrons, collecting fees, and contacting patrons regarding materials on hold, and/or resolution of problems with patron accounts.
• Works with professional staff to plan and implement programs for patrons.
• Assists with outreach, fund raising, library tours, exhibits and special events
• Oversees specific services such as Homebound Services, Publicity, or Book Sale
• Assists librarians with programs for all ages.
• Performs general office duties such as sorting mail, creating claims, preparing outgoing mail, receiving and accounting for fees, fines, and other monies, and maintaining files.
• Provides reference services to patrons; provides instruction and assistance to patrons on the use of library computers, equipment, and the use of the library databases and catalog.
• Trains and supervises volunteers to assist in providing services/programs.
• Drives library vehicles, including the bookmobile, to specified locations as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

Public outreach

Technical support

Volunteer training

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Library systems

Cataloging tools

Job description

Description

Join a team dedicated to providing a comprehensive collection of library materials, services, and programs to meet the informational, educational, recreational, and cultural needs of all residents and visitors of Douglas County. Responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of various library events, services, and activities, the Library Technician Senior plays a key role in meeting the needs of library patrons and supporting library operations while providing superior customer service. The right individual for the role will be a team player with a passion for serving the public and a dedication to ensuring that patrons encounter a welcoming environment within this vital community resource.

Primary Objectives

Performs intermediate work providing direction for the youth services department and support for the related youth services librarian. Providing customer service and technical support to patrons at the Douglas County Public Library; performs related tasks as apparent or assigned.

This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to random or pre-employment drug and alcohol screening.

Supervision Exercised

None

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Provides circulation services to patrons including checking materials in and out, sorting books for shelving, discussing library card accounts with patrons, collecting fees, and contacting patrons regarding materials on hold, and/or resolution of problems with patron accounts.
• Works with professional staff to plan and implement programs for patrons.
• Assists with outreach, fund raising, library tours, exhibits and special events
• Oversees specific services such as Homebound Services, Publicity, or Book Sale,
• Assists librarians with programs for all ages.
• Performs general office duties such as sorting mail, creating claims, preparing outgoing mail, receiving and accounting for fees, fines, and other monies, and maintaining files.
• Performs specific tasks related to systems, network, hardware, and software. Leads technology education programs as part of the Library’s Technology Team.
• Provides assistance with network and computer services to include installation; troubleshooting; maintenance; network monitoring; instruction to staff, volunteers and patrons in the use of computers, software, mobile devices, and other electronic equipment.
• Composes and distributes information for news releases that promote library programs and functions. Designs promotional graphics for use in flyers, brochures, and on social media.
• Designs, creates, and maintains the library website.
• Provides input into collection development, including selection and de-selection of materials.
• Assists in Technical Service with routine to more complex various tasks related to acquisitions, receiving, cataloguing, collection maintenance, periodical maintenance, Interlibrary Loan, maintenance and update of patron database.
• Provides reference services to patrons; provides instruction and assistance to patrons on the use of library computers, equipment, and the use of the library databases and catalog.
• Trains and supervises volunteers to assist in providing services/programs.
• Carries out and explains library services, activities, and regulations.
• Performs a variety of general support duties such as shelving, organizing collections. Includes accurate handling of petty cash, depositing monies with the County, and receipting transactions.
• Catalogs new materials, updates catalog records, and locates/builds classification numbers.
• Assists supervisors with training, collection development/maintenance, cataloging, information technology operations, interlibrary loan tasks, library programs, and volunteer supervision.
• Drives library vehicles, including the bookmobile, to specified locations as assigned.
• Represents the County with dignity, integrity, and a spirit of cooperation in all relationships with staff and the public.
• Contributes effectively to the accomplishment of team or work unit goals, objectives, and activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED and three (3) years of experience supporting library operations, including circulation services, cataloging, materials processing, technical support or public assistance; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES

• Valid Driver’s License

WORKING CONDITIONS

The characteristics listed below are representative of the physical demands, physical agility, sensory requirements, and environmental exposures required by an individual to successfully perform the essential duties of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

• This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force.
• Work regularly requires speaking or hearing and using hands; frequently requires standing, walking, sitting, kneeling or crawling, reaching with hands and arms and repetitive motions; occasionally requires pushing or pulling.
• Work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels.
• Work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, use of measuring devices, operating motor vehicles or equipment and observing general surroundings and activities.
• Work is generally in a quiet location (e.g. library, private offices).
• Work occasionally requires exposure to outdoor weather conditions and exposure to bloodborne pathogens (may be required to wear specialized personal protective equipment).

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

• Continued employment is contingent upon all required licenses and certificates being maintained in active status without suspension or revocation.
• Employment is contingent upon successful completion of background/screening.
• Douglas County participates in E-Verify and will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each applicant’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. All candidates who are offered employment must complete Section 1 of the Form I-9 along with the required proof of their right to work in the United States and proof of their identity prior to starting employment. Please be prepared to provide required documentation as soon as possible after the job offer is made.
• This job description indicates, in general, the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities and other essential functions expected of the incumbent. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.

Douglas County provides benefits to full-time employees. Benefits are prorated for part-time employees working 20–29 hours per week. Part-time employees working 19 hours or less, as well as on-call employees, are not eligible for benefits.

No Nevada State income tax.

Retirement – Public Employees' Retirement System of Nevada (PERS)

Douglas County contributes 36.75% of an eligible regular member and 50% of an eligible Police and Fire member's salary for retirement.

Deferred Compensation Plans

Employees have the option to participate in a deferred compensation program through VOYA, which is funded by the employee.

Employee Perks

• Vacation: Accrued at the rate of 4.6154 hours per pay period, or 120 hours per year (increase with years of service).
• Sick Leave : Earned at the rate of 3.6923 hours per pay period, or 96 hours per year.
• Holidays: 12 paid holidays per year.
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Annual Gym Membership
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Health Insurance

As a Douglas County employee, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package with several medical plan options, plus dental and vision coverage, life insurance, and disability insurance. Benefits start on the first of the month after a 60-day waiting period. To learn more about our health insurance and employee benefits, please visit our website for details.

Compensation

Douglas County uses a Pay for Performance compensation system, where employees receive annual performance evaluations and may be eligible for merit-based salary increases. Qualified employees can earn up to a 3% merit increase on their anniversary date, and may also receive an annual Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) during the first pay period of each fiscal year, based on the Consumer Price Index, up to a maximum of 5%. In addition, eligible employees who demonstrate exceptional, above-and-beyond performance may receive further compensation through the County’s Recognition of Excellence Program.