Library Technician

Library Technician

Performs intermediate to complex administrative and clerical tasks related to monitoring the operations of a library division.

Essential Duties:

• Monitors operations of unit; ensures smooth work flow; enforces policies and procedures; ensures work product meets professional standards.
• Serves as informational resource to students, faculty and students; investigates and resolves problems or difficulties related to area of expertise.
• Provides research assistance to students, faculty and other researchers seeking materials.
• Oversees student employees by training, assigning tasks and monitoring performance to ensure deadlines and applicable standards are met.
• Prepares various statistical reports.

Minimum Requirements:

Requires twelve to eighteen months of coursework or training beyond high school and two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with integrated library systems and supervision of student employees.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Experience in successfully operating autonomously, without the presence of a direct supervisor.
• Comfort using and troubleshooting technology.
• Ability to work in a collegial manner with fellow circulation supervisors.
• Ability to multi-task and apply good judgment in a sometimes hectic environment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of library policies and procedures
• Moderate knowledge of subject matter covered by library department
• Knowledge of computer and library related software
• May require supervisory skills

The position has a typical work schedule of Wednesday - Sunday, 4:45pm - 1:15am during semesters; hours may vary during breaks and intersession.

Please upload a resume and cover letter. Inquiries may be directed to Rob Withers at View email address on click.appcast.io.

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.

Reasonable accommodations requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to View email address on click.appcast.io or View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect.

Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.