Library Technician
swipejobsGreenbelt (MD)
$24.00 hourly
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Posted 3 days ago
swipejobsGreenbelt (MD)
SENIORITY
Junior
SALARY
$24.00 hourly
About the role
We are seeking a detail-oriented and reliable Library Technician to support daily operations within a large, active library environment. This is a full-time, on-site contract, expected to last approximately one year, with the possibility of extension based on project needs and performance. This position is ideal for candidates who enjoy hands-on work with library collections, document delivery, and archival materials, and who thrive in a structured, process-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Retrieve materials from general, reference, and periodical collections to fulfill document delivery requests
- Sort and shelve library materials, ensuring proper organization within the stacks
- Locate and retrieve materials for onsite patron requests and update request status in the system
- Process microform materials, including retrieving, printing, and re-filing
- Discharge materials using the circulation system
- Perform collection shifting (up to eight shelves at a time) and maintain overflow storage areas
- File and track microfilm and microfiche for statistical purposes
- Verify accuracy of requested materials prior to scanning
- Scan and deliver documents using electronic delivery systems
- Photocopy and collate materials as needed
- Clean shelves and maintain overall organization of collections
- Assist with digitization efforts, including disbinding materials
- Open, sort, log, and distribute incoming mail
- Match incoming interlibrary loan (ILL) materials with original requests
- Review received materials for completeness and quality
- Perform minor repairs on collection materials under supervision
- Conduct shelf reading to ensure materials are in the correct order
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a library, archives, records management, or similar environment preferred
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to follow established procedures and systems accurately
- Comfortable performing repetitive tasks and physical duties, including lifting and shelving materials
- Basic computer proficiency and ability to learn library systems (e.g., circulation and document delivery platforms)
- Knowledge of Tipasa software is a huge plus
- BenefitsPTO PayAccrued Sick Leave
- Holiday Pay 401 KHealth Insurance Eye & DentalMonday through Friday8:00 am to 5:00 pmPayday every Tuesday
Pay Rate: $24.00 hourly
Must pass a background check
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