Library Technician Substitute: Research & Student Support

Taft College; Taft (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Taft College is seeking a Substitute Library Technician to support the library's daily operations. You will perform clerical and technical duties, assist students and staff, and help maintain the collection and catalog records.

The role requires an Associates degree or equivalent, with preference for library experience or coursework and bilingual English/Spanish abilities. The position may involve evening hours and varied shifts in a busy campus library.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or equivalent required, or 1 year college plus 1 year office experience.
• Commitment to serving diverse student populations and staff.
• Proficiency with common office software and library systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with library operations, clerical and technical duties.
• Help students, faculty, staff, and the public locate information.
• Process materials for cataloging and update library records.
• Maintain book lists and inventory; support circulation and shelving activities.
• Provide basic reference assistance and use interlibrary loan as needed.
• Assist with opening/closing duties and general office tasks.

Skills

Customer service

Bilingual: English/Spanish

Effective written and oral skills

Basic research

Education

Associates degree or equivalent

One year of college coursework and one year of office experience

Tools

Word

Excel

E-mail

Internet browsers

Job description

Taft College is seeking a Substitute Library Technician to support the library's daily operations. You will perform clerical and technical duties, assist students and staff, and help maintain the collection and catalog records.

The role requires an Associates degree or equivalent, with preference for library experience or coursework and bilingual English/Spanish abilities. The position may involve evening hours and varied shifts in a busy campus library.