Library Specialist - Instruction/Student Services - Columbia College

Columbia College

Range 29, $4,472 to $5,720 per month (2024-2025 Classified Salary Schedule)

Workplace: Columbia College – Sonora, CA

40 hours per week, 12 months per year
Monday – Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
(May include evenings & weekends)

Appointments are hired at the first step of the range. The second step is paid after the first year of satisfactory service with subsequent steps annually thereafter to a maximum sixth step.

The District currently pays for a health options for the employee and dependents. Employees may elect to pay a premium for a higher health option. Vision care and dental insurance premiums for the employee and dependents is District paid. Income protection and life insurance premiums for the employee are also District paid. The estimated cost of District provided benefits (health, dental, vision, and life) is $24,408 annually.

• Advanced technical functions of public library service.
• Advanced customer service techniques and etiquette.
• Advanced library terminology and practices.
• Complex library materials and equipment.
• Advanced technical administrative/operational procedures and practices of the Library System.
• Advanced English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Standard and accepted book demand analysis, book selection tools and reference materials.
• Basic budget preparation methods and practices.
• Principles and practices of supervision and training.

• Perform advanced technical administrative/operational procedures and practices pertaining to the Library System.
• Utilize the Internet and Intranet to access multiple software packages and online databases pertaining to library resources and information.
• Utilize designated word processing, spreadsheet, and/or database software programs accurately and effectively.
• Maintain a variety of complex manual and computerized record keeping systems.
• Perform complex mathematical calculations in an accurate and timely manner.
• Perform reference work and assist patrons in the selection and location of library materials.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of tasks in an effective and timely manner.
• Assist patrons with research utilizing a variety of resources.
• Schedule, coordinate, and monitor the work of others, as directed, in an effective and positive manner.
• Operate a variety of office machines and equipment including computer terminal, peripheral equipment, fax machine, copier and calculator.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

• Experience: Two years equivalent to a Library Technician at YCCD.

• Education: Possession of an associate’s degree from an accredited college or university, with major course work in library science, business administration or a closely related field.
• Experience: Four years of library administrative support experience, including two years performing technical duties involving interlibrary/inter-facility loan, reserve, acquisition, cataloging, and other specialized functions.

• Coordinates and performs advanced technical duties related to reference, financial collections, bibliography, acquisition, cataloging, inventory control, budgeting, and other complex library functions.
• Provides technical reference assistance related to general and/or subject oriented reference tools, databases and online catalogs, using various reference and research strategies.
• Provides technical coordination and expertise related to the computerized library system; ensures that computer records are updated and maintained; troubleshoots basic system problems and coordinates more advanced technical support/repair as needed.
• Assists professional staff in developing the library collections; compiles and reviews collection use statistics; prepares summary reports/recommendations; helps review new and proposed materials; helps maintain and update bibliographies and related information on library materials; maintains and updates archives.
• Coordinates the weeding out of obsolete or damaged materials.
• Coordinates technical acquisition functions; establishes accounts with vendors and orders materials; prepares requisitions for all materials ordered using the District’s computerized accounting system; obtains management approvals.
• Receives and checks shipments to verify that they match purchase requisitions; contacts publishers and subscription services regarding un-received and/or damaged items; makes corrections to purchase orders for management approval; communicates with professional staff regarding the ordering/arrival of materials; researches and recommends the purchase of electronic resources such as hardware and software.
• Receives and processes vendor invoices for payments; maintains and monitors budget and account status.
• Catalogs and tags new materials; assigns and affixes bar codes/labels and other tracking items; enters materials into the computerized library system; maintains and monitors inventory control systems.
• Receives and processes donated materials; coordinates the preparation of materials for special book sales and events.
• Coordinates and performs interlibrary/inter-facility loan and reserve activities.
• Coordinates the maintenance and repair of library materials; identifies appropriate measures and determines available options.
• Coordinates and performs technical accounting activities; generates and reviews technical reports to establish user obligations; coordinates user restrictions with the Business Office; resolves the most difficult conflicts with patrons.
• Researches, locates and abstracts data from various information sources; compiles and organizes data; prepares complex reports and summaries.
• Responds to inquiries and complaints regarding complex clerical and technical library matters; explains library policies and procedures; provides forms to students and explains processes and requirements; answers a variety of general library procedural questions; assists instructional personnel and students in locating library resources.
• May serve as a lead worker by scheduling, assigning, directing and monitoring the work of subordinate employees on a regular, project and assignment basis; oversees the training of student and part-time employees.
• Prepares and submits various personnel and payroll forms for student workers and maintains accurate records; verifies continued eligibility for employment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Depending upon assignment, a valid license to drive in California may be required.

• Mobility: ability to sit and stand for long periods, move about an office, and occasionally reach above and below desk level.
• Dexterity: fine manipulation sufficient to operate a computer keyboard, handle individual papers, write and take notes.
• Lifting: frequent lifting of papers, books, files, equipment and material weighing up to 25 pounds.
• Visual Requirements: close vision sufficient to read files, documents, and computer screens and do close-up work; ability to adjust focus frequently.
• Hearing/Talking: ability to hear normal speech, speak and hear on the telephone, and speak in person.
• Emotional/Psychological Factors: ability to make decisions and concentrate; frequent contact with others including frequent public contact; frequent deadlines and time-limited assignments.

• Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Work is generally performed in an indoor office environment.

Applications are accepted online only at:
https://www.yosemite.edu/recruitment/employmentopportunities/
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Classified:
This is a classified bargaining unit position.

Applications will be reviewed by a screening committee which will select candidates to be interviewed.
Those applicants selected for personal interview will be notified by email or phone. In accordance with Board policy official offers of employment will be made only by the Chancellor or Vice Chancellor/Human Resources, YCCD. Final appointment is subject to confirmation by the Board of Trustees.
Federal law requires the District employ only US citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States. Written verification of employment eligibility is required.

BACKGROUND CHECK: A background investigation of new employees is required, including reference checks and a state criminal history report. Employment will not begin until the history check has been cleared by Human Resources. The cost for the criminal history report will be the responsibility of the successful candidate.

The District may hire more than one applicant from this applicant pool.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

The Yosemite Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

It is the policy of Yosemite Community College District (Modesto Junior College and Columbia College) not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or disability in its educational programs and its employment practices. YCCD BP 3410 Nondiscrimination can be found at: https://www.yosemite.edu/trustees/board_policy/3410%20Nondiscrimination.pdf

Title IX Sexual Harassment regulations define Title IX Sexual Harassment to include four terms “as defined in” the Clery Act and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA): Sexual Assault, Dating Violence, Domestic Violence, and Stalking.

In accordance with 34 C.F.R. §§ 100.6(d), 104.8, and 106.9; and 28 C.F.R. § 35.106, the following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding Title IX, Section 504/Title II policies:

District Title IX/Civil Rights Compliance Coordinator
Yosemite Community College District

09/23/2024

11/04/2024

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