Technical Services Associate (Part-Time, 30 Hours/Week with Benefits)

Job Type: Part TimeDepartment: Access Services - ILLTurn On Job AlertsJoin an award-winning Library! The Schaumburg Township District Library is looking for a Technical Services Associate to join our team. This is a part-time position working approximately 30 hours per week. The schedule would be 7.5 hour shifts Tuesday through Friday, with some flexibility on the schedule between working hours.The hiring range for this position is $20.51-$24.62 per hour, based on skills and qualifications. Our schedules are based on the needs of the library and could change if and when needed.Benefits include Medical, Dental, Flexible Spending Account for Health and/or Dependent Accounts, Life Insurance, Long-Term Disability, Short-Term Disability, Education Assistance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation Days, Paid Personal Days, Paid Sick Days, Paid Parental Leave, 457 Retirement Plan, Pet Insurance and Legal Plan.Position Summary:The Technical Services Associate is responsible for the physical processing, description, and ordering of all library materials. Part of the duties include record verification and database maintenance. The Technical Services Associate is also responsible for (1) creating and editing bibliographic records; (2) the acquisition and descriptive cataloging of all library materials; and (3) prepares materials for circulation and supports a wide range of other activities in the Access Services Department, including providing a high level of customer service to the Department’s internal customers.Requirements for All Employees:Ability to be a team-player and work pleasantly and effectively with all patrons, staff, supervisors, and othersAbility to learn various job functions, perform them correctly, and understand the necessity in overall library operationsAbility to independently function efficiently in a changing and varied environment with frequent interruptionsAbility to exercise good judgment and focus on detailsAbility to follow all library policies and proceduresDemonstrates commitment to incorporating principles of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion into everyday workEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Prepare and transmit orders for transmission to vendors by computer, mail, or telephoneCommunicate with selectors to ensure accuracy of classification, count and proper GRID assignment of orders or additional concernsEnter invoices into ILS acquisitions module and forward to appropriate internal partiesReconcile monthly reports for vendor ordersMaintain all information regarding on order titles and itemsDiscard materials from databaseProcesses print materials with book jackets, labels, barcodes, and repackage AV materials following established procedures and guidelines; prepare library materials for circulation in the LibraryRoute invoice and packing slips for payment approval; document use of Library charge card and accountsMove and unpack boxes weighing up to 25 poundsVerify receipt of and process materials and supplies according to Library and department priorities and proceduresChange status of materials in the Library database and route to appropriate departmentRepair Library materials as neededEnter and maintain statistics as necessaryProcess outgoing mail using library softwareReceive sort and distribute incoming mail, newspapers, and magazines as assignedWorks with office supplies to fill orders as requestedAssign classifications to certain kinds of materials according to guidelines set by the Cataloging LibrarianCreate and maintain bibliographic information using the MARC or other bibliographic formatsTreat all patrons and employees fairly and with an open mindMaintain patron and employee confidentialityCommunicate problems that arise with supervisor or designee; particularly situations where patrons are not following Patron Code of ConductCommunicate clearly either in person, on the telephone and in writing; maintain the ability and patience to understand and be understood by all patronsKeep apprised of Library programs, policies and procedures, and building lay out to most effectively assist patronsMaintain working knowledge of computer systems and technology needed in the position or as an employeeCope with the stress of the job and get along with coworkersAttend meetings and training as required or requestedPerform other related duties and special projects as assignedEducation and/or Experience:Technical Service Certificate, Associate's Degree or two (2) years of prior experienceThe deadline to apply for the job posting is: July 7, 2026.Schaumburg Township District Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer #J-18808-Ljbffr EMP Trust HR Solutions