Library Technician

Salary: $27.69 - $34.61 Hourly
Location : 700 W State Street, Milwaukee, WI
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 2025-05484
Division: Academic Services
Department: Library
Opening Date: 08/03/2026
Closing Date: 8/18/2026 10:00 PM Central
Application Requirements: Complete the Employment Application in its EntiretyYou must provide thorough and detailed information for all sections of the application form.


Description
Under the general supervision of Manager, Library and Information Services, performs a variety of duties including selection, circulation and maintenance of library materials; cataloging, classifying, and access of library materials. Work is generally varied using established procedures requiring judgment and the making of minor decisions and performs routine work independently with interaction with the supervisor for problems.


Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we share and are focused on students with the greatest needs. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Assists students, faculty and staff with questions, requests and initiates problem resolution. Duties include library material checking in/out, searching and retrieving materials from other libraries, assisting with study rooms, answering phone calls and providing information.
• Maintains the journals/magazine collection; communicates with vendors to ensure accurate source collection and records.
• Maintains library collection records for existing book/DVD collection and creates new bib, item and purchase orders; processes new and existing library items; creates acquisition records and reconciles inventory invoices.
• Collaborates with staff and faculty to update reserve records/section in the library.
• Maintain professional currency. Characteristic duties would include: reading professional publications and discussing important developments in the profession with colleagues; maintaining memberships in professional organizations and participating in conferences, webinars, and other collaborations.
• Serves as a resource for student inquiries of library system (Millennium) and the school system (Cosmo); reconciles library accounts; incur charges and adjustments in compliance with library rules and regulations; consult accounting for reconciliation resolution.
• Assists students by providing problem resolution with computers; class issues; software applications including Blackboard, Microsoft Office Suite programs; class schedules; financial aid applications; homework that uses web-based platforms; computer support equipment; and audio/visual systems.
• Participates in in-service training, workshops and other educational activities as required or assigned.
• Performs other related duties as required for the efficient operations of the division.

Qualifications
Compliance with all state, federal, and accreditation standards/requirements, as well as all MATC policies and procedures.
Required Education & Experience Associate's or Technical degree And Two (2) years of occupational experience in an academic library preferred; or any equivalent combination of experience and training.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of the Dewey decimal classification, Library of Congress subject headings and Anglo-American Cataloging Rules 2 (AACR2).
• Knowledge of college supported computer operating systems, application software, and hardware.
• Proven customer-service skills and ability to work with a diversity of patrons.
• Demonstrated ability to locate and evaluate information in a variety of mediums.
• Ability to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Ability to establish, collaborate and maintain effective work relationships with peers, students, teachers, staff, representatives of outside agencies, educational institutions, and the general public.
• Ability to convey an image of professionalism and dedication in work related activities.
• Ability to work with culturally diverse student and employee populations.
• Proficiency in the use of computers and software specific to position, including spreadsheets and the Internet.
• Ability to work successfully with minimal supervision and to provide a leadership role to others.
• Ability to establish workflows, manages multiple projects, and meets necessary deadlines.

Supplemental Information
This is a part-time 43-week, in-person position (up to 19 hours per week) based primarily at the Milwaukee campus. Work hours are between 12pm-6pm Monday through Friday.
Compensation pay rates are listed up to the midpoint of the range and placement is determined based on years of experience, internal salary equity, and a review of the applicant's employment and educational background as listed on the job application.
Application Materials & Requirements:

1. Complete the Employment Application in its Entirety

You must provide thorough and detailed information for all sections of the application form.


EEO : Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.
Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need special accommodation for the application process, please contact our office at View phone number on click.appcast.io (Wisconsin Relay System: 711) or email View email address on click.appcast.io.
Employee Benefits at a Glance - PART-TIME FACULTY/EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT- Part-time employees pay a higher percentage of the premium than full-time employees.
HEALTH INSURANCE: MATC offers a choice between two medical insurance plans. See below for plan types:
1- UMR High Level PPO
2- UMR Low Level PPO

Note : All medical plans include Prescription Drug benefits at no additional costs to employees.

DENTAL INSURANCE: MATC offers a traditional group dental plan through Delta Dental.

Annual maximum per covered person is $2,500; plan covers preventive, routine, restoration, and orthodontics for dependents up to age 19.

GROUP TERM LIFE INSURANCE: MATC offers group life insurance benefits through Symetra Provident Insurance with active assignment and is fully paid for by the College. The amount of insurance is $15,000. The benefit is doubled in the event of accidental death.


RETIREMENT BENEFITS: If you are employed for greater than 12 months and meet the minimum hours requirement for participation in the WRS pension system, you will be notified of your eligibility. The College currently pays the full cost of the employer contribution (6.9%), and the employee pays the full part of the employee contribution of 6.9% of salary. There is a five year vesting period requirement in order to qualify for any employer contributions made on the employee's behalf.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING PLANS: MATC offers eligible employees the opportunity to participate in both Health Care and Dependent Care flexible spending accounts administered through UMR.

SICK LEAVE BENEFITS: Sick leave is earned based on one times the weekly workload per semester. The maximum hours accumulation is 640 hours.


VACATION BENEFITS: Vacation is earned based on the length of service and hours worked each pay period. (Not available for Instructors)

PAID HOLIDAYS: MATC offers paid/flex holidays based on position.

MATC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution and complies with all requirements of the Americans With Disabilities Act.
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