Library Specialist - Circulation Services (Part-Time)

Salary: $17.50 Hourly Location : Charleston County, SC Job Type: Temporary - Part-Time Job Number: 26FALL PTCLASS Library Agency: Trident Technical College Division: Academic Affairs-Learning Resources Opening Date: 06/10/2026 Closing Date: Continuous Class Code:: UZ01 Position Number:: 00000 Normal Work Schedule:: Other Pay Grade: Unclassified Opening Date: 06/10/2026 EEO Statement: Equal Opportunity Employer Agency Specific Application Procedures:: To be considered for this position applicants MUST complete the online SC State Jobs Employment Application. Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications. Incomplete applications will not be considered. For assistance, contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io.Employment applicants may be subject to a background check. Failure to consent to a background check will result in the removal of your application from further consideration. Background checks are conducted in compliance with the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA).Trident Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate in the admission or employment on the basis of race, gender, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or pregnancy. Normal Work Schedule (Other):: Candidate must also be able to work a flexible schedule of approximately 24 hours per week. Veteran Preference Statement: South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions. Job Responsibilities Trident Technical College's Library is seeking a part-time Library Specialist to support circulation services. This position serves as a key resource for students, faculty, and staff by providing frontline library support. This role operates in a high-volume, customer service-oriented environment and is responsible for circulation operations, maintaining library collections, and assisting with resource sharing. The position exercises independent judgment while ensuring accurate processing of materials and excellent customer service. Key responsibilities include: Provide circulation services and customer support, ensuring confidentiality of patron records. Process library materials and transactions using the integrated library system, including check-in/check-out and record maintenance. Assist patrons with locating materials and navigating the library's physical collections. Support resource sharing services, including Interlibrary Loan, PASCAL, and peer-to-peer requests. Maintain the organization of collections through shelving, shelf-reading, inventory, and collection maintenance projects. Assist with processing course reserves, new and withdrawn materials, serials, and digitization of archival materials. Minimum and Additional Requirements Associate degree or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Relevant experience may include working in a library, academic, or customer service environment. Preferred Qualifications Strong organizational, problem-solving, and attention to detail skills. Ability to learn new library technologies and systems. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Benefits for State Employees The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies. Insurance Benefits Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses. Retirement Benefits State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options. Workplace Benefits State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more. Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available. 01 TTC: Please note that applicants are required to submit transcripts (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable)to be considered for this position. Applications submitted without transcripts will be considered incomplete and not accepted. Have you attached a copy of your transcripts? Unofficial transcripts may be attached, mailed to (Human Resources, PO Box 118067 Charleston, SC 29423), or faxed View phone number on click.appcast.io to the Human Resources Office. Yes No Current TTC employee/Transcripts are on File 02 TTC: I voluntarily disclose that I am a: Veteran Non-Veteran 03 TTC: Are you subject to or have signed a non-compete agreement that is still in effect? If yes, you must upload the agreement in order for your application to be considered. Yes No 04 TTC: Applicants must complete the SC State Jobs Employment Application online. Resumes are NOT reviewed for qualifications. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing salary and work history or education and reference sections of the employment application.Incomplete applications will not be accepted. Is your application complete and reflects the minimum qualifications? Yes No 05 TTC: Have you been employed with a state agency with the state of South Carolina? Yes No Required Question