The Library Technical Assistant, under the general supervision of the Director of Talking Book Services, coordinates all routine daily departmental mailroom and materials circulation operations.
The Library Technical Assistant will conduct a range of tasks with responsibilities which may include:
- Inspecting books
- Check in returning books
- Shelve books/shift books
- Pull outgoing books
- Receive new books and ensure that they are active in the catalog
- Process overdue notices
- Process mixed cartridges
- Complete machine inventory tasks: maintain inventory; prepare, ship, and receive machines
- Assist and serve as backup in duplication of audio books using specialized software
Minimum Requirements:
- A high school diploma and experience in library or clerical work
Preferred Qualifications:
- Computer skills
- Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy, completeness, and thoroughness in work.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Requires a valid Driver’s License
Additional Comments
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age (over 40), sex, including pregnancy and childbirth (or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
The State Library actively promotes professional development and learning opportunities for staff. Work takes place in an office environment.
- Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application. Any misrepresentation will result in your disqualification from consideration for employment.
- Please complete the state application to include all current and previous work/salary history and education. A resume will not be accepted nor reviewed in lieu of a completed state application to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position.
- Please include a cover letter, resume, and three professional references. Reference and background check will be conducted.
- Starting salary range $22,625 - $28,000 depending on experience.
- Benefits Include: vacation (15 days per year); sick leave (15 days per year); holidays (13 days per year), standard benefits package and South Carolina State Retirement System.
All applications must be submitted online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/sc/jobs/2691192/library-technical-assistant?department[0]=State%20Library&sort=PositionTitle%7CAscending&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs.
If you have any questions concerning this job posting, please email Deborah Pack, Human Resources Director at dpack@statelibrary.sc.gov.
