Bemidji State University (BSU) invites applicants to join our team as a Library Technician. The Library Technician performs the tasks involved with the acquisition of resources for the library’s collections, the serials control of the library’s subscriptions and periodicals, and the copy cataloging and processing of library materials. They perform the technical work and tasks which support the day-to-day ordering, receiving, and paying for items purchased for the library’s collections, as well as the cataloging, processing and physical maintenance associated with the library’s collection.

Responsibilities of the Library Technician include:

• Assisting in the acquisition of resources for the library’s collections. Percent of Time: 37%
  • Using the library services platform (LSP) and standard library tools to perform bibliographic verification, placing orders with vendors, receiving items, and paying invoices for firm (one-time) and serial (on-going) orders and renewals.
  • Communicating with vendors and the business office as needed, regarding orders, payments, renewals, and claims.
  • Recordkeeping and reporting as necessary, within the LSP and spreadsheets.
  • Placing requests for replacement materials as deemed necessary.
  • Placing orders as requested for book purchases through foundation funding.
• Performing the serials control of the print serial collections. Percent of Time: 20%
  • Performing serials claiming and routine access control for the library’s print serial holdings.
  • Receiving and processing physical serial items.
  • Assisting in weeding the library’s print serial holdings, when prioritized by librarians.
  • Sorting mail and processing newspapers and serial publications.
• Performing copy cataloging and physical processing of new materials. Percent of Time: 20%
  • Performing the copy cataloging of books, serials, continuations and other library material so that they are available to library clientele, including rush copy cataloging of priority items determined by librarians.
  • Searching for missing / claimed returned / lost items.?
  • Updating serial local holding in ILS to ensure the library’s holdings are accurately represented for access and resource sharing.
• Scheduling, training and directing the work of student employees, in collaboration with the ILL/Circ Technician. Percent of time: 13%
  • Directing the work tasks to support day-to-day physical processing of materials, including preparing items for the shelf and/or physically de-accessioning materials.
  • Directing the work tasks to support day-to-day shelving, reshelving and maintenance of materials.
  • Developing training aids and training students in job responsibilities.
  • Supervising, and if necessary, participating in these duties.
• Other duties as assigned. Percent of Time: 10%
  • Responsible for opening the library building; coordinating with ILL/Circ Tech for back up when needed.
  • Assisting with collection and non-routine database maintenance projects.
  • Ordering and maintaining library supplies as needed. 

Minimum qualifications for this position include: 

• Knowledge and experience with database management and standard computer software programs for word processing, spreadsheets, and databases sufficient to create, modify, protect, and manage them (e.g. Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access).
• Customer service skills sufficient to provide prompt and accurate information to customers on the phone, in person, in writing, and online and to provide general and specialized office support (this requires common courtesy, tact, interest in positive problem solving, empathy, and the ability to organize ideas logically).
• Proficiency with productivity and task management software such as Microsoft Teams, Microsoft To Do, Microsoft Outlook, Teams, Zoom, Google Meets, various calendars, video conferencing platforms, etc.
• Skill in data entry sufficient to read, maintain, and enter source documents and enter data in specific databases or tracking systems.

Preferred qualifications include: 

• 64 semester hours (or equivalent) of post-secondary coursework.
• 4 semester hours of formal training or course work in computing applications including but not limited to word processors or spreadsheets OR 12 months continuous experience working in a position in which the applicant used a computer to perform a substantial portion of duties.
• Experience with library systems, preferably Aleph and/or Alma.
• Familiarity with the fundamentals of budget management.
• Knowledge of library acquisitions resources and vendors.
• Knowledge of print and electronic serials.
• Demonstrate flexibility in dealing with unexpected problems and changes in technology.
• Demonstrate attention to details.
• A demonstrated commitment to the principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and anti-racism. 

To facilitate the review, assessment, and evaluation process, please ensure that your application and/or resume clearly demonstrate fulfillment of the minimum and preferred qualifications of the position. The application materials submitted will be utilized for salary placement purposes.

External Applicants:
Apply for Vacancy Posting JR0000005149 here, https://minnstate.wd115.myworkdayjobs.com/Minnesota_State_Careers/job/Bemidji/Library-Technician_JR0000005149.

Current Employees: All current employees will need to log in to the career site in Workday to apply for a position. Employees will search for “Browse Jobs – Employees” in Workday via the search bar at the top to view open positions.
 
If you have any questions, please contact Mary Miller at mary.miller@bemidjistate.edu