LIBRARY TECHNICIAN V - MANOA, OAHU

State of Hawaiʻi; Hawaii; On-site; USD 40,242 - 50,923; Full time

Job summary

A governmental entity in Hawaii seeks a Library Assistant to perform complex library support tasks and supervise others. Candidates must have one year of clerical experience and two years of relevant library experience. Knowledge of library systems and procedures, alongside a strong aptitude for supervision, is required. This position offers a salary range of $3,606 to $4,563 per month, depending on qualifications and funding availability.

Qualifications

• One year of clerical work experience showing knowledge of basic office procedures.
• Two years of relevant experience in a library context.
• Demonstrated potential to perform supervisory duties if required.

Responsibilities

• Perform library support work and supervise others.
• Participate in technical and paraprofessional library tasks.
• Handle circulation work, stack maintenance, and bibliographic verification.

Skills

Clerical procedures

Library terminology

Tactful interaction

Office equipment operation

Job description

Recruitment Number: 25-0223

Location: University of Hawaii, Manoa Campus

Recruitment Information

Salary: $3,606 to $4,563 per month (SR‑11, Step C to I). Hiring rates will be based on the availability of funds, the applicant’s qualifications, and other relevant factors.

A continuous recruitment may be closed at any time. The final application deadline will be posted on the State of Hawaii’s Civil Service Job Opportunities Listing page.

Duties Summary

• Perform highly complex library support work; supervise and participate in performing complex library support work; and/or perform substantive technical/paraprofessional library support work which requires knowledge of techniques used in one or more basic elements of library science; and perform other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification Requirements

To qualify, candidates must meet all of the following requirements:

• Legal Authorization to Work: Citizens, nationals, or permanent resident aliens of the United States, or eligible under federal law for unrestricted employment in the United States.
• General Experience: One (1) year of clerical work experience demonstrating knowledge of spelling, arithmetic, reading and following instructions, and accurately comparing words and numbers. Experience must also include knowledge of clerical procedures, operation of office equipment, and tactful interaction with others. Comparable experience to the Library Assistant II level is acceptable.
• Specialized Experience: Two (2) years of progressively responsible experience in a library, involving activities such as circulation work, stack maintenance, processing orders, posting receipts, locating and verifying bibliographic information, and using standard reference sources. Experience must demonstrate knowledge of library terminology, policies, and the organization of materials. At least one year of this specialized experience must have been comparable to the Library Assistant IV level.
• Supervisory Aptitude (if required): Demonstrated potential to perform supervisory duties through completion of assignments involving supervisory responsibilities, group leadership, supervision training, or favorable appraisals.
• Relevant substitutions as described in the Minimum Qualification Requirements may apply.

Other Information

The State of Hawai‘i complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. For assistance in completing the application or pre‑employment testing, please call 808‑587‑1111.

Testing Information

Examination will be conducted on an unassembled basis; scores are based on education and experience. In‑person interviews and/or further testing may be required at the discretion of the hiring agency.