Temp Library Circulation Technician — Oakland

Samuelmerritt; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 32,959 - 46,941; Full time

Job summary

Samuel Merritt University is seeking a Circulation Technician (Temporary) to support the Oakland Campus circulation desk. The role covers weekday and weekend shifts, performing routine clerical and technical tasks under supervision, including ILL duties, check-in/check-out, and patron assistance with catalogs and audiovisual systems.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with library experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Library experience and/or training preferred (community college level or higher).
• Ability to type accurately and use word processing software.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to work with diverse groups and handle money transactions.

Responsibilities

• Perform circulation duties (check-in/check-out) using manual and automated systems.
• Assist patrons with library catalog and audiovisual systems.
• Perform ILL duties and record statistics on usage.
• Process new library materials and handle money transactions for services.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and functional library environment.
• Troubleshoot routine hardware like copiers and printers.
• Report issues to library staff and assist with acquisitions tasks.

Skills

Library operations

Customer service

Attention to detail

Typing/word processing

Troubleshooting

Money handling

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Library experience/training

Tools

Library catalog systems

Copiers

Printers

Document delivery systems

Job description

Samuel Merritt University is seeking a Circulation Technician (Temporary) to support the Oakland Campus circulation desk. The role covers weekday and weekend shifts, performing routine clerical and technical tasks under supervision, including ILL duties, check-in/check-out, and patron assistance with catalogs and audiovisual systems.

The position requires a high school diploma or GED with library experience preferred.