Part Time - Library Technical Assistant
The Blinn College District is searching for a Part Time - Library Technical Assistant at our Bryan Campus.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities are listed below:
Job Summary
To support effective library services through a broad range of clerical and technical tasts.
Principal Accountabilities
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Manage day-to-day circulation and reserve desk operations using integrated library software; check materials in and out; place materials on reserve; consult with faculty on reserve
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Coordinate loans of materials and document delivery among campuses using OCLC and other automated systems
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Assist students and other library patrons in person and via telephone
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Answer basic reference questions or refer them to librarians; instruct patrons in the use of library resources and equipment; assist students in using computers and print system.
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Help maintain and foster a study-friendly atmosphere in the library
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Collect fines, assess fees for lost materials
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Create and maintain patron records and accounts. Protect privacy of patron records as per state and federal law
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Check-in periodicals, maintain subscriptions, place claims, and work as a liaison with serials vendors
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Generate notices and reports as needed from integrated library software.
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Record, compile, and maintain statistics on library usage and collection
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Participate in inventory and review of the library collection
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Assist in training and supervising student workers as applicable
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Operate and maintain library equipment
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Perform other related tasks as assigned
Minimum Qualifications/ Required Degree, License or Certifications
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High school graduate or GED
Minimum Competencies
Ability to listen carefully, remain calm, and maintain professionalism in challenging situations when working with the public-
Ability to cooperate and communicate well with coworkers.
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Ability to perform tasks such as computer data entry with accuracy
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Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
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Ability to learn and use the library software, online catalog, and databases
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Ability to use and demonstrate to others how to use computers, printers, copiers, and other office equipment
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Ability to create and modify documents and spreadsheets using Microsoft Word and Excel
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Physical ability to stand, bend, lift books and push book carts
Preferred Qualifications
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Two years of college education
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Two years of library experience
Preferred Competencies
Special Notes To Applicants
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19 hours per week working evenings and weekends
Job Type: Part Time
Employment Type: Non-Exempt
Compensation: Hourly Wage
Salary or Wage: $15.00 hr
Grade: A13
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: Library
Location: Bryan Campus
Target Hire Date: 8/10/2026
The Blinn College District provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
