Technical Services and Digital Initiatives Library Assistant II

Code4lib; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 18,276 - 21,891; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits-eligible position

Union membership

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Framingham is seeking a full-time Technical Services and Digital Initiatives Library Assistant II to manage print and digital library materials. The ideal candidate will have experience in library operations and a strong attention to detail, along with the necessary technical skills. This position offers a bi-weekly pay of $1,799.66 and is part of a union bargaining unit.

Qualifications

• One year of experience as a library assistant is required.
• An Associate's degree may substitute for required experience.

Responsibilities

• Process and maintain print journals and newspapers.
• Digitize materials for library digital repository.
• Update and create catalog records for digital content.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Independence

Communication skills

Excel skills

Education

Associate's degree or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Technical Services and Digital Initiatives Library Assistant II

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES:

Under the supervision of the Cataloging and Metadata Librarian and the E-resources and Digital Repository Librarian, the Technical Services and Digital Initiatives Library Assistant (officially classified as Library Assistant II) performs the processes for receiving mail; processing, distributing, and renewing print journals and newspapers; processing new materials for collections; stacks maintenance; catalog record maintenance; and digitizing materials for the library digital repository.

See the full Library Assistant classification specifications.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the general supervision and review of the Cataloging and Metadata Librarian and the E-resources and Digital Repository Librarian.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

N/A

EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Processes and distributes print journals and newspapers, and updates online periodicals records
• Works with Acquisitions group to renew print periodicals and newspapers
• Physically processes books and materials for collections (covering books, adding bar codes, spine labels, and security strips, stamping)
• Works with Access Services and Cataloging groups to shift and maintain library stacks, repair damaged items, process withdrawals, and update catalog records
• Maintains holdings binder, fills requests for articles from microform collection, and maintains microform reader-printer and other scanning and copying equipment
• Works with Cataloging and E-resources librarians to establish, document, and implement digitization guidelines and workflow procedures to digitize content
• Operates equipment to produce high-quality digital images of library, University, faculty, and other content for incorporation into the library digital repository
• Works with Cataloging Librarian to create and update catalog records for digital content and maintain digital collections
• Prepares reports as needed
• Staffs library front desk as needed
• Participates in library and University committees
• Assists with other duties as assigned by supervisors

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works inside Whittemore Library.

Job Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time paraprofessional or clerical experience as a library assistant, or (B) any combination of the required experience and the substitution below.

Substitutions:

I. An Associate's degree or higher may be substituted for the required experience. *

*Education toward such a degree will be prorated on the basis of the proportion of the requirements actually completed.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to pay attention to detail
• Proven ability to work independently
• Ability to follow-through and resolve problems/issues to completion
• Excellent knowledge of Excel and other Microsoft Office products
• Ability to understand and apply Library and University procedures and guidelines governing the purchase and disposition of library materials and equipment
• Ability to prepare general reports
• Strong communication skills.

Additional Information:

This is a full-time, non-exempt, benefits-eligible position in the American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) bargaining unit with a union title of Library Assistant II. The bi-weekly pay rate is $1,799.66 (grade 12, step 1).

Framingham State University conducts criminal history and sexual offender record checks on recommended finalists prior to final employment for all positions.

Framingham State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University considers all qualified candidates without regard to race, color, sex, age, national origin, disability status, Veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Members of underrepresented or minoritized groups, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Published: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 16:34 UTC

Last updated: Tuesday, November 25, 2025 16:34 UTC