Library Technician IV

Posting Details

Posting Details



Job # 037960 Department Code 20633-5452 Department SU Libraries Job Title Library Technician IV Location Syracuse, NY Pay Range based on SEIU contract Staff Level 27 FLSA Status Non-exempt Hours
Monday thru Friday 7:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
(All days and hours subject to change) Job Type Full-time Campus Syracuse, NY Unionized Position Code UL Job Description
Under general guidance, uses specialized knowledge of subjects, languages, computer applications, or disciplines that apply to library processes and/or services or provides specialized knowledge of library functions. Uses a variety of systems and resources to provide access to library collections, and performs the more complex technical functions requiring proficiency with technical protocols, digital technology, and data manipulation skills. Exercises initiative and independent judgment when providing service or interpreting, analyzing and applying policies and procedures, including those related to fiscal decisions. Routinely analyzes and resolves complex problems that may impact other Library departments or the organization as a whole, and /or external parties and organizations. Qualifications
Associate’s degree and at least 4 years of library or related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience with MS Office, Access, Internet, Email. Job Specific Qualifications

• Providing access services related customer service at the Bird circulation desks, and occasionally at Carnegie service desk.
• Assist in student worker management, including but not limited to monitoring student schedules and providing daily direction of work study students.
• Perform reserves processing functions and processes, including gathering and organizing reserves requests, and placing items on reserve in Voyager.
• Assist in supporting stacks maintenance responsibilities for Bird Library.
• Participate in resolving and tracking patron issues using appropriate tools and systems.
• Participate in Access and Resource Sharing department functions, including participation in departmental policy discussions, professional development, and support of other functional working groups of the department.
• Perform work assigned in the support of other units in the department including Interlibrary Loan, Carnegie Library and other service desks in the Libraries.
• Utilize RFID technology to assist in physical inventory projects, including searching for lost, claims returned, or missing books.
• Assist in special projects as needed and requested.
• Read, understand, and apply the policies, procedures, and protocols for Interlibrary Loan of the American Library Association, OCLC, and Syracuse University Libraries.
• Knowledge of current resource sharing practices.
• General understanding of copyright laws and guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned based on fluctuating needs and workflows of working group and department.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS :

• Associate’s degree and at least 4 years of library or related work experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proficiency with Adobe Acrobat and demonstrated capabilities creating, editing, downloading, and uploading electronic files.
• Demonstrated proficiency in searching databases and verifying content.
• Experience with ILLiad, OCLC, and/or other combinations of bibliographic management and/or resource sharing systems.
• Strong customer service skills and commitment to proving service effectively in a diverse environment.
• Ability to use necessary library materials, bibliographic materials, and office equipment.
• Attention to detail demonstrated capacity for carrying out tasks in an accurate and timely manner, and ability to check own work for accuracy.
• Experience with MS Office, Access, Internet, email.
• Ability to manage and prioritize tasks and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment with a fluctuating workload and frequent distractions and interruptions.
• Ability to work as a team player, thrive in a team-based environment, and skilled in fostering teamwork among others.
• Data manipulation skills including consolidating, manipulating, interpreting, and reporting.

Responsibilities
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE :

In addition to the knowledge, skills and abilities required for a Library Technician III, the following knowledge skills and abilities may also be required for a Library Technician IV, depending on the area of assignment:

• Perform original cataloging or complex copy cataloging and classification for a variety of materials and formats
• Identify gaps in policies and procedures and may prepare draft policies and procedures for review
• Exercise independent judgment in making financial decisions related to the acquisitions, accounting, and receiving of Library materials
• Interact with researchers; negotiate and analyze research questions and determine most appropriate resource(s) to address the question; construct complex research strategies to facilitate patron research
• Use numerous complex research resources such as online catalogs and databases, finding aids, reference sources, technical manuals, etc. to perform job responsibilities
• Develop and manage departmental projects and may identify related staffing needs
• Create authority records in Library automated systems
• Create and add advanced, complex records to the Library automated systems, e.g. complex holdings records
• Create finding aids for archival materials
• Represent the Library in donor transactions regarding collections
• Interact with researchers and provide consultation on appropriate technologies to accomplish research goals.
• Track, compile, analyze, and interpret non-financial statistics
• Apply complex preservation and special conservation treatments
• Using independent judgment, select appropriate formats and technologies, perform complex reformatting of items for preservation treatment

Physical Requirements

• Daily repetitive motion, sitting, standing, stooping, lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Must be able to push cart filled with library books up to 80 pounds and move tables and chairs.

Tools/Equipment

• Operate computers, scanners, printers, and copiers.
• Operate digital copiers/scanners for digital scanning and delivery of library materials
• Operate computers and peripheral equipment

Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter. About Syracuse University
Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and nearly 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience.

The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors and 100 minors offered through 13 schools and colleges; nearly 15,000 undergraduates and 5,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit www.syracuse.edu. About the Syracuse area
Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal. EEOC
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Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University’s contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members. Commitment to a Diverse and Inclusive Campus Community
Syracuse University maintains an inclusive learning environment in which students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all other aspects of campus life reflect a diverse, multi-cultural, and international worldview. The University community recognizes and values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to understand, live among, appreciate, and work in an inherently diverse country and world made up of people with different ethnic and racial backgrounds, military backgrounds, religious beliefs, socio-economic status, cultural traditions, abilities, sexual orientations and gender identities. To do so, we commit ourselves to promoting a community that celebrates and models the principles of diversity and inclusivity. Quick Link https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/90640 Job Posting Date 01/06/2022 Application Deadline Full Consideration By Job Category Union/Bargaining Unit Message to Applicants