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Job Title:  

LANIER TECHNICAL COLLEGE; LIBRARY ASSISTANT, HALL COUNTY CAMPUS - GAINESVILLE, GA 30507

Job Requisition ID:

JR0000001158

Number of Openings:

1

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details:

$35,000 - $39,000 ANNUALLY

Job Description:

Lanier Technical College – Hall County Campus, zip code 30507 is conducting a search for the following full-time, benefits-eligible, salaried position.  NOTE:  A background check and employer/professional reference check are part of the selection process. Please contact Human Resources at 770-533-6903 or cantrell@laniertech.edu if any assistance/accommodation is needed in the application/interview process.

POSITION:               LIBRARY ASSISTANT

REPORTS TO:         DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES

SALARY:                  Mid to Upper $30’s annually, depending on qualifications and experience

EFFECTIVE:           Position is available now       

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under general and/or minimal supervision, provides circulation services (both online and in-person) for all library materials at Lanier Technical College.  Assists students and faculty (both online and in-person) with the use of the library and accessing electronic media.  Assists in document preparation, copying, filing, intra- and inner-office mailings.  Performs administrative/clerical duties and production functions.  Assists Supervisor with all duties.  Monitors the use of and maintains supplies for the library.

MAJOR DUTIES:

Public Services:

• Under minimal supervision, responsible for daily operation and maintenance of circulation desk. 
• Provides reference and research services to patrons (online and in-person); assists with maintenance of periodical subscriptions; assists with ordering and receipt of library materials. 
• Maintains user records and circulation materials.
• Answers telephones, emails, online chat inquiries, and greets visitors; provides information and assistance as needed.

• Processes intra-library and inter-library loan requests.
• Assists students and faculty with GALILEO access, Internet use, printing, and other projects.
• Shelf-reads to maintain correct order on book shelves.

Administrative Support:

• Shares circulation desk duty and monitors shelf-maintenance activities, including shelving and shelf reading
• Processes overdue notices; places Alma/circulation system holds; finds and enters book prices for billing
• Assists with ordering, receiving, checking-in, and routing books, supplies, equipment, and furniture.
• Assists in the selection of materials to develop the college collection
• Displays library materials and QR code links to E-Books, periodicals, other library materials and resources, in an orderly and neat manner.
• Coordinates the maintenance of the library environment.
• Repairs books.
• Oversees serial management, including receiving, shelf maintenance, renewals, requests, claims and cancellations.
• Processes incoming and outgoing mail.
• Introduces patrons/staff/faculty to available software, applications, and resources.
• Ensures that computers and other equipment are used only in accordance with established policies.
• Performs other work-related duties as assigned by Supervisor.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• One year of work-related experience

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Knowledge of library materials, methods, and organization;
• Knowledge of the methods of classifying, cataloging, and shelf-listing books;
• Ability to troubleshoot computers and printers in the Library;
• Ability to learn new technologies and programs as needed;
• Effective skill in operating a computer and job-related software programs;
• Effective oral and written communication skills;
• Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (in addition to minimum qualifications & technical

competencies):

• Prior library experience, preferably in a technical college or community college environment;
• Postsecondary training and education from a regionally accredited college or university.

Physical Demands:

Will occasionally lift or move objects of a light to medium weight, up to 20 pounds.  Work is typically performed in an office environment with intermittent sitting, standing, or walking in various settings.  Full range of hand and finger motion may be utilized for data entry purposes.

State of GA benefits include: A choice of retirement plans (Georgia State Employees’ Pension and Savings Plan or Teachers’ Retirement System), health and flexible benefits insurance options, sick leave and annual leave accruals (10 hours each monthly), and 13 state holidays.

As set forth in its student catalog, Lanier Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, sex, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Title IX Coordinator:  Nancy Beaver, 770-533-7000, nbeaver@laniertech.edu

Section 504 Coordinator:  Veronica Bowermaster, 770-533-7003, vbowermaster@laniertech.edu

NOTICE: Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. Lanier Technical College is a registered participant in the federal work authorization program commonly known as E-Verify. Lanier Technical College Federally-Issued User ID: 46367 Date of Authorization: 3/28/2007 

It is the obligation of Lanier Technical College to ensure orderly operation, to protect the rights of all members of the LTC community, to prohibit acts which materially and substantially interfere with legitimate educational objectives or interfere with the rights of others and to take disciplinary action where conduct adversely affects the College’s pursuit of its educational objectives. To this end, LTC complies with the Title II of Public Law 101-542, Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act – also known as the "Jeanne Cleary Act." The Act requires that the College make available the report of campus crime statistics for the previous fiscal year by October 1st each year. The most recent LTC Campus Safety and Security Report is available at www.laniertech.edu. You may also request a paper copy from the Lanier Technical College Police Department located in the Breeden-Giles building on the Hall County Campus, 2535 Lanier Tech Drive, Gainesville, GA 30507. 

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent *and* One (1) year of related work experience

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services.
Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.