Library Technician IV

Job Details

Provides public services to library patrons at Scott Memorial Library, Center City campus. Assists Manager of Access Services, Evening & Weekend Access Services Coordinator, and the staff of Learning Resources, Information Services, Collection Management, and University Archives in performing routine library operations and special projects.

*This is a full-time position that provides services primarily on evenings and weekends.*

Job Duties

• Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
• Provides circulation and reserves services to library patrons.
• Assists patrons with library technology, including printing & scanning.
• Performs collections of maintenance operations for print and electronic materials.
• Provides directional assistance and ready reference for library patrons in a variety of modalities: in- person, phone, chat, email.
• Interprets library policy and services to users.
• Participates in training and skill development with other members of the libraries team.
• Scan and digitize materials for inclusion in Jefferson Digital Commons. Assist with other University Archives projects as assigned.
• Substitute for other members of the department as needed.
• Cross-train for Library Resource functions and provide coverage as needed.
• Maintains appropriate records and statistics.
• Contributes to a safe and welcoming environment for all.
• Serve as “designated emergency staff” during weather & other emergencies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Experience using personal computers, Apple desktop & mobile devices, and major software programs (email, web browser, Microsoft Office).
• Proven commitment to customer service.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 years library work experience
• Knowledge of and experience using Springshare library tools is preferred.

Additional Qualifications

Physical Demands

Lift and carry 25 lbs. frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use, *patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Work Shift

Workday Day (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Thomas Jefferson University

Primary Location Address

1020 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health , nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps ), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.