Senior Library Media Technician (SHORT-TERM, TEMPORARY)

West Valley-Mission Community College District; Saratoga (CA); On-site; USD 47,017; Part time

Job summary

A community college in California is seeking a Senior Library Media Technician for a temporary position. The role involves organizing library staff work, assisting students, and performing technical support duties. Candidates should have relevant experience and an Associate’s degree in library technology. The hourly salary is $34.13 without benefits.

Qualifications

• Two years of journey level experience similar to Library Media Technician.
• Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college.

Responsibilities

• Organize, assign, and review staff work in a library.
• Develop schedules and methods to complete assignments.
• Participate in evaluating staff activities.

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Time management

Education

Associate’s degree in library technology

Job description

Senior Library Media Technician (SHORT-TERM, TEMPORARY)

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Position Title

Senior Library Media Technician (SHORT-TERM, TEMPORARY)

Position ID

Campus

WVMCCD District (All Campuses)

Position Summary Information

SHORT-TERM, TEMPORARY STAFF POOL

This recruitment is being conducted to fill temporary assignments for the upcoming semester that can begin as soon as summer 2023. Applications for Short-Term, Temporary Staff pools are continually accepted (unless otherwise specified) by the District and will be added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on an as-needed basis. Should you be invited for an interview, you will be contacted by a District representative.

Position Definition

To organize, assign, and review the work of assigned staff engaged in operation of a community college campus library or Learning Resources and Success Center; to perform duties requiring specialized knowledge; and to provide technical support to an assigned supervisor.

Assignment

This is a temporary, hourly position, with possible assignments located at either WVMCCD campus:

Generally, most assignments are Monday‑Friday, 8:30 am‑5:00 pm. Hours may vary depending on departmental needs.

Salary and Benefits

Hourly salary: $34.13

Due to the temporary nature of this position, benefits are not included.

Minimum Qualifications

Any combination of experience and education that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

• Two years of responsible journey level experience similar to Library Media Technician with the West Valley‑Mission Community College District.
• Equivalent to an Associate’s degree from an accredited college with major coursework in library technology or a related field.

Desired Qualifications

Not Applicable

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities

Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Plan, prioritize, and review the work of staff assigned to a variety of library duties involving direct services to students, staff, faculty, and community members.
• Develop schedules and methods to accomplish assignments ensuring work is completed in a timely and efficient manner.
• Participate in evaluating the activities of staff, recommending improvements and modifications.
• Provide and coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies.
• Collect payments; post and clear library debts using appropriate college database systems; reconcile receipts.
• Set up, operate, and demonstrate public computer workstations and associated instructional and library equipment; schedule and coordinate equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Research vendors and order materials for the library collection using advanced methodology and multiple resources; assure that materials comply with relevant laws and regulations.
• Resolve patron conflicts and issues; maintain security and enforce rules of conduct; troubleshoot and monitor the book detection system.
• Perform the most difficult work related to day‑to‑day operations of a campus library or Learning Resources and Success Center, including communicating with instructors to ensure that class reserve materials are accurate and available to students, and monitoring required textbook lists in conjunction with class schedules and usage statistics.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Application Information

Interested applicants must submit online all materials requested, including:

• A completed online West Valley‑Mission Community College District application; and
• Resume

All sections of the online application, including Education and Work History, must be completed thoroughly.

Supervisor(s) name(s) and telephone numbers must be included in the application.

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Do NOT send unrequested materials. Unrequested materials will be removed from your application and will not be used for consideration of employment.

The employment application and supporting documents represent you; it is to your advantage to fill out the application form carefully and completely.

For reasonable accommodations and assistance, contact:

Office of Human Resources, Attn: Recruitment
14000 Fruitvale Ave, Saratoga, CA 95070
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Selection Process

Applications will be screened by appropriate department representatives on an as-needed basis. Qualified applicants who best meet the needs of the division will be contacted for an interview.

Travel expenses to attend the interview are the responsibility of the candidate.

Applications will remain in our online system for 1 year. Each year, part‑time pools will be refreshed and applicants will be notified of the opportunity to re‑submit application.

Application materials become the property of the District and will not be returned or duplicated.

The District reserves the right to contact former, current, the most recent employers, and others to investigate past employment records of applicants.

Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful clearance from a criminal background check, freedom from tuberculosis, and proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States prior to the first day of work.

EEO STATEMENT

West Valley‑Mission Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer that seeks to employ a diverse workforce who will contribute to an inclusive and welcoming educational and employment environment. The District is committed to nondiscrimination on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, physical disability, mental disability, genetic information, ancestry, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status, marital status, economic status, military or veteran status, and medical condition consistent with applicable federal and state laws.

West Valley‑Mission Community College District is committed to protecting the health and well‑being of students, faculty, staff, administrators, and the communities it serves. As such, the Board of Trustees has adopted policies requiring COVID‑19 vaccinations for all employees and students of the district. Accordingly, new employees must comply with the vaccine mandate prior to hire. See vaccine mandate information at https://www.wvm.edu/covid-19/Pages/District-Vaccination-Policy.aspx.

Special Instructions to the Applicant

Posting Number FY21/22-011POOL

Open Date 03/11/2022

Open Until Filled: Yes

Requisition Specific Questions

Required Documents

• Resume/CV

Optional Documents

West Valley‑Mission Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer