This job description outlines the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
Location: Rapid City, SD
Job Summary: The Library Technician provides front-line patron support and ensures the smooth transfer of library materials between patrons and all locations. This role is responsible for circulation tasks, including checking materials in and out, re-shelving items, and processing new and withdrawn materials with accuracy and care. The position also maintains organized records, operates standard office and library equipment, and contributes to a collaborative work environment by supporting staff and volunteers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provide effective customer service to library patrons.
- Checks materials in and out, repairs items if needed, and accurately re-shelves materials.
- Prepares and processes incoming materials.
- Withdraws holdings; and maintains records and files.
- Operates standard office and library equipment.
Assists with orienting pages, volunteers and other staff as assigned.
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Qualifications:
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Associates degree or equivalent from two-year college preferred.
Five or more years related experience in a public library setting preferred.
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Work Environment:
- Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- Work schedule is based on needs for library services, over 7 days per week, daytime and evenings at any of the library facilities.
- Regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
- Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms.
- Occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
