Library & Archives Paraprofessional 2
Olympic College

Job Info

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Description

Library & Archives Paraprofessional 2

Salary: $18.61 - $24.71

Classification: Part-time

Reports to: Library & Archives Paraprofessional 4

Olympic College seeking to hire a part-time Library & Archives Paraprofessional 2 position, performing journey-level technical library tasks for the Library in Shelton, WA. This is the journey level of the series. Positions work under general supervision exercising some judgment regarding the rules and procedures to follow or the materials or equipment to use. Unusual or complex problems are brought to higher-level staff to resolve.

Essential Functions

Provides courteous, effective, and timely customer service.Responds to and resolves routine issues and inquiries.Provides research services and resolves research inquiries; consults finding aids and interprets them for researchers; monitors researchers to assure adherence to collections use and security procedures; guides researchers to other sources for records, publications, and information.Guides patrons in finding and using resources.Troubleshoots equipment such as media equipment, scanners, copiers and printers.Prepares regular statistical or administrative reports.Performs prepping, scanning, and imaging procedures.Performs circulation functions including managing holds; interprets policies.Creates and updates patron and item records, with required approval.Searches, orders, receives, and resolves issues related to shipping and receiving library materials.Makes minor revisions to catalog records such as changing locations, adding copies, and updating holdings.Identifies and selects appropriate catalog record, downloads with routine, basic, or no modifications.Discards and withdraws items identified as not needed for collection.Processes incoming material by performing arrangement and description projects.Within established procedures, evaluates materials for repair and performs basic repair/mending for collections.Participates in the delivery of programs for institutional, school, or correctional center residents; assists in providing outreach services including training and orientations.Processes resource sharing requests such as interlibrary lending, borrowing, or document delivery, including verifying bibliographic citations; Selects and arranges materials for displays.Conducts tours.Helps develop policies and procedures by providing input for area of responsibility.May supervise, lead, train, and direct the work of lower-level staff, student employees, volunteers, or interns.Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

High school graduation or equivalent and one year of experience in the functional operations of a library or archives.

Equivalent education or experience will substitute.

Additional Information

Terms of Employment

Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Only candidates who are currently authorized to work in the United States will be considered. Hourly employees must work 480 hours in a rolling six-month period to become eligible for health benefits. Hourly employees must work 70 hours in any five months for two consecutive years to become eligible for retirement. This is an hourly position scheduled to work up to 18 hours per week, with a salary of $18.61. They are not initially eligible for benefits upon hire but could qualify for the following. Deferred Compensation Program (DRS) retirement savings plan; TIAA supplemental retirement savings plan, sick leave, paid holidays, Aflac, space available tuition waiver, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), fitness center, reduced rate, and priority consideration on-site childcare on a space available. For more information regarding benefits, please visit our website here. Conditions of Employment Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position. In addition to the background check, candidates will be required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Form as required WB HB 2327. Olympic College seeks candidates for employment who share our commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive learning environment (read our Equity Statement). All applicants are required to submit a statement of 500 words or less, describing the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the higher education environment and their prior, current, and/or potential contribution(s) to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion as an employee. How To Apply To be considered for this position a candidate must apply online through the Olympic College website and submit the following required materials: Olympic College Online Application Resume Cover Letter - in your cover letter describe how your experience sets you apart for this position. Unofficial college transcripts. Official transcripts and copies of mandated certifications will be required of the successful candidate. EEO Statement Olympic College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, creed, religion, or status as a veteran of war. Olympic College provides reasonable accommodations for qualified students, employees, and applicants with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Federal Rehabilitation Act. The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination and accommodation policies: HRticket@olympic.edu. This recruitment announcement does not reflect the entire job description and can be changed or modified without notice.

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