Job opening: Library Technician (Circulation Services)
Salary: $19 - 25 per hour
Published at: Nov 16 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
About the position: This position will be assigned to the 92 Force Support Squadron, Library, Fairchild AFB, WA. .
Responsible for all circulation service operations. Assists in the training of new library aides and technicians on circulation tasks.
Independently performs circulation and registration duties by implementing established procedures for circulation functions.
This is a Regular Full time position; guaranteed 35-40 hours per week; depending on the needs of the facility.
Duties
Responsible for all circulation service operations. Assists in the training of new library aides and technicians on circulation tasks.
Independently performs circulation and registration duties by implementing established procedures for circulation functions.
Maintains automated and/or manual circulation files to include all charged-out materials, user database files, registration files,
reserves, document delivery, interlibrary loans, lost items, and over dues. Implements established procedures for overdue materials.
Makes arrangements with customers for replacement of lost or damaged items, following relevant AFIs and local guidance. Using
established procedures, maintains reserve and interlibrary loan services and performs follow-up to ensure all requests are accurately
fulfilled. Maintains and compiles library statistics on circulation, attendance, reference questions, and other required and requested
data. Provides ready reference services to library customers by locating required information using standard library reference tools,
passing more difficult requests to the appropriate staff member. Explains the library classification scheme and general management
of library resources to customers. Explains library rules, regulations, circulation procedures, and entitlements to library users. Assists
library users with library equipment. Assists the supervisory librarian in developing and implementing programs and the marketing
and publicity of library services and events. Prepares displays. Recommends titles for possible inclusion in the collection. Utilizes
the Integrated Library System (ILS), online databases, and other Internet resources to prepare subject bibliographies. Performs
routine clerical tasks. Picks up, sorts, and distributes library mail. Uses varied and advanced functions of computer software to
prepare, format, modify, edit, email and print a variety of letters, reports, memos, and other documents. Assists with the technical
services process as needed. Assists in conducting tours and group orientations. Refers difficult questions/problems concerning work
processes to the appropriate staff member. Position involves working with children. Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12208893
Requirements
- This position requires satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks in accordance with Air Force and DoD policy, and a Child Care Tier 1 background investigation
- This position has physical lifting requirement which requires the incumbent to complete a favorable pre-employment physical.
Qualifications
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 12/07/2023
Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience:
Must have specialized experience in a library that provided specific knowledge of library rules, policies, and procedures for
circulation and technical service. Must be able to read, write, and speak English. Must have experience or training that demonstrates
the ability to perform standard computer skills. Must have experience in a library that provides the applicant with general knowledge
of standard library rules, policies, and procedures in circulation services. Must have typing experience. Work requires some physical
exertion such as long periods of standing; recurring activities such as bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, and reaching; pushing
loaded book trucks; and recurring lifting of moderately heavy items. Must be physically able to frequently lift boxes of up to 40
pounds. Must be able to reach up to 72 inches with or without the assistance of a step stool. Must be able to satisfactorily complete a
pre-employment physical. Must possess skill in dealing with the public.
Conditions of employment: Successful completion of T1 with Installation, State and National Criminal Background Checks is
required.
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
Contacts
- Address Fairchild Force Development Flight
92 FSS/FSCN,
7 West Arnold
Fairchild AFB, WA 99011-9402
US
- Name: Fairchild NAF HR Office
- Email: [email protected]
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