Library Processing Technician

JOB OPENING

CITY OF FARMINGTON

JOB POSITION #164:  LIBRARY PROCESSING TECHNICIAN

NUMBER OF VACANCIES:  1-2 

DEPARTMENT:  Library/Technical Services

WORK LOCATION:  Library

HIRING RANGE:  $9.00 / Hour

TYPE OF POSITION:  Temporary/Part-Time 

HOURS WORKED:  8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m.

DAYS WORKED:  Monday-Friday                                     

APPLICATIONS WILL BE RECEIVED THROUGH:  Wednesday October 19, 2016

 Resumes submitted without a City of Farmington application will not be considered in our job selection process.

 SELECTION AND SCREENING TOOLS REQUIRED

1. There are three WorkKeys tests that take approximately 45 minutes each and must be completed within three (3) days past the closing date for this position.
2. Applicants are required to register for the following WorkKeys tests:  Locating Information, Reading for Information, and Listening for Understanding.
1. Register online at www.jobs.state.nm.us
2. Visit the Farmington Department of Workforce Solutions, 600 West Arrington
3. The Online Scheduler https://nm.schedulenow.me/home/farmington/ will list testing dates, times, and locations from which to choose.
4. For additional information please call Department of Workforce Solutions at (505) 327-6127 x72.
3. If you fail the test you will need to wait 24 hours before taking the test again.  The test cannot be taken more than three (3) times for each job description.
4. This position requires applicants to meet the entry-level profile as set by the subject matter experts (SMEs) for the skills being assessed, and must score a minimum of 3 for the WorkKeys testing. 

 JOB DUTIES

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

Works under the general direction of the Technical Services Coordinator; training and instruction may be provided by Library Technicians, as assigned by Technical Services Coordinator.

Learns and maintains a working knowledge of the library's integrated library system (ILS) and various library related software, applications and their processes. 

Learns MARC format to assist with copy cataloging.

Assists in maintaining the library's bibliographic database, i.e. searching, adding, and modifying bibliographic, serial and item records.

Schedules and analyzes reports in the library's integrated system.

Assists in batch importing and exporting bibliographic records utilizing various library related software.

Processes new materials including books, audiovisual materials, periodicals and newspapers.

Assists in acquisition duties, i.e. preparing acquisitions slips, receiving shipments and checking in materials.

Checks the processing of materials, i.e. barcodes, spine labels, book jackets, etc.

Receives incoming mail, sorts and distributes mail to appropriate library staff.

Receives damaged materials and assists in mending and repairing. 

Prepares and sends materials to bindery.

Packs donated and weeded material.

Performs clerical duties such as filing, scanning and copying.

Participates in inventory process at library sites.  Involves scanning barcodes and searching materials.

Understands and follows written and/or verbal instructions. 

Participates and attends staff trainings, daily shows, programs, and other training sessions of the library.

Accuracy, detail-oriented, multi-tasking, flexibility, team player, and strong customer service skills are vital in this position.

Must be able to work weekends.  

Attendance is an essential function of this position.

Maintains absolute confidentiality and privacy of patron records and work-related issues.

Complies with all library procedures and policies, and the City guidelines, rules, regulations, procedures and policies

Operates a motor vehicle to assist in carrying out the business of the department and the City.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

This position is subject to the City of Farmington's Drug and Alcohol Free Workplace Policy, which includes pre-employment testing, post-accident testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing, and follow-up testing.

Background check is required.

This position has the responsibility to participate in and comply with the City's Environmental, Health, and Safety Program.

Valid New Mexico (or state of current residency) driver's license with acceptable driving record.

High school diploma or equivalent.  Some college desirable.

Previous library experience helpful.

Strong working knowledge of personal computer operations and file management, and with commonly used applications such as MS Word, Excel, Power Point and Internet Explorer.

Ability to learn and use library organization systems, including Dewey Decimal Classification, for the purpose of  locating materials in all areas of the library.

Ability to type 40 wpm or at a rate sufficient to perform duties of job and enter data accurately.

Ability to perform routine duties as assigned with little supervision.

Ability to follow verbal and/or written instructions.

Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with co-workers, supervisors, other City personnel and the public on all age levels and cultural backgrounds.

Ability to meet deadlines and prioritize work.

Ability to perform more than one duty simultaneously.

Must be able to work evenings and/or weekends for special library events.

Ability to maintain confidentiality of sensitive information.

This position requires a commitment to service excellence; the ability to work well with others in a team and independently; and the ability to remain flexible and positive in a time of continuing change.

Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, other City

personnel and the public.

Ability to learn to use the tools and equipment listed, including the library's online catalog and automation system and use them effectively to perform assigned duties.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar or a logical assignment to the position.

TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED:

Library's online catalog and automation system, personal computer, Microsoft Office products and other applicable software, book carts, telephone, fax machine, personal computer, scanner, and various printers, mouse, copy and fax machine, telephone, laminating machine, calculator, automobile, and various 3M library machines.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear; stand; walk; use hand to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tool or controls; and reach with hands and arms.  The employee is frequently required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk or hear.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, including routinely push fully-loaded book carts requiring up to 25 pounds of force.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F/D/V.

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