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P/T Learning Resource Center Technician, Education Affiliates, Staten Island NY

Posted March 14, 2014

Education Affiliates is seeking by the end of March 2014 a part-time Library Resource Center (LRC) Technician to work Monday-Friday from 5PM-10PM and Saturdays from 10AM-3PM, although schedules may change depending on the needs of the LRC. The LRC Technician assists the LRC Manager in assisting faculty and students in using the LRC resources, printing documents, and other duties as required.  This is a part-time non-exempt position.  Resume and cover letter to:  [email protected]. 

Qualifications

  • Current enrollment or completion in an American Library Association Master’s of Library Science Program (ALA-MLS).
  • Familiarity with Microsoft office including Word, Excel, Publisher, and PowerPoint
  • On-going usage of electronic databases, The Internet, and social media.
  • Excellent communication, creative and critical thinking, organizational, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to frequently work independently without direct supervision.
  • Professional attitude.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Exposure to healthcare databases.
  • Cataloging print and non-print resources.
  • Previous work experience in a library, including knowledge of LibGuides.
  • Experience creating brochures and/or handouts for a library or an office.

 

Responsibilities

  • Performs tasks assigned by the LRC Manager.
  • Works as a team with LRC Manager and work-study student on collection development and maintaining the resources in the LRC.
  • Abides by and enforces the policies of the LRC, college, and Education Affiliates.
  • Maintains good relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
  • Creates and maintains student printing accounts and Resource Mate circulation accounts.
  • Assists LRC Manager with printing and Campuslink password and syllabi issues.
  • Handles as need library orientations for students and new faculty.
  • Keeps statistics on library usage.
  • Keeps LRC Manager informed student computers and other developments daily.
  • Answers basic reference and research questions using print resources and/or online databases.
  • Catalogs new library resources.
  • Circulates library materials.
  • Records library journals.
  • Works with LRC Manager to create PowerPoint presentations, brochures, and handouts.
  • Adds to LRC’s libguides and updates LRC’s social media as directed by the LRC Manager.
  • Coordinates with LRC Manager distributing and inputting data from National LRC’s survey.

 

 

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