Library Technician

Northeast Iowa Community College

Calmar, IA

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
AACR2, Billing, Budget Management, Cataloguing, Copying Machines, Customer Support/Service, Driver's License, Interlibrary Loans, Internet/Online Service, Library Acquisitions, Loans, Multimedia, Photocopy, Problem Solving Skills, Record Keeping, Reporting Skills, SirsiDynix, Statistics
LOCATION
Calmar, IA
POSTED
20 days ago

Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title Library Technician Posting Number S00548 Full-Time/Part-Time Part Time Work Schedule Salary $16.15/hour - Pay Grade: 4 Campus/Center Calmar Location Calmar, IA

Position Summary Information

Job Goal

Assist library patrons in meeting their information needs. Support faculty and staff with multimedia needs to provide an excellent educational experience for the students. Help maintain an atmosphere conducive to learning and provide a welcoming space for library patrons.

Duties and Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of public service desk coverage and collection circulation using online systems.

Keep patron information confidential.

Work as team member to improve patron services and resolve reported problems.

Assess overdue/lost material fines and fees according to NICC policy.

Assist library patrons in locating material and information from various sources.

Assist users with computers, databases, & photocopiers.

Process requests for lending and borrowing initiated by NICC patrons or requested from other libraries (Interlibrary Lending).

Monitor supply budget & make purchases as directed.

Collect statistics on use of library material and provide reports as requested.

Provide and direct projects for work-study students as requested.

Perform collection maintenance tasks.

Issue library cards, NICC IDs & clinical badges per College policy.

Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Associate Degree preferred. Library experience preferred.

CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSES:

Must possess valid driver's license.

Essential Functions

Sort returned library material according to classification codes and return to shelves, files, or other designated storage areas.

Check in & process periodicals and newspapers. Add holdings information to local & national cataloging utilities.

Maintain records and track payments for library acquisitions. Track purchases and keep associated records up-to-date. Prepare invoices and payments.

Inventory library collection & keep records up to date.

Use automated room reservation system to record requests and report statistics.

Responsible for organizing, maintaining, and promoting access to NICC Archives.

Promote the library with special displays, posters, and programs.

Create & maintain library online subject guides.

Catalog material, both physical and electronic, for inclusion in library's collection using knowledge of MARC bibliographic & authority records, AACR2, RDA, and SirsiDynix BlueCloud.

Assist with management of EDS (electronic discovery service) and public catalog interface (OPAC/Enterprise).

Process new library material for circulation and shelving.

Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Posting Detail Information

Open Date 05/29/2026 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Posting Specific Questions

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

  • Resume
  • Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

About the Company

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Northeast Iowa Community College