Join the staff of the Doyle Library! Beautiful new library at the Santa Rosa Jr. College: see: http://www.santarosa.edu/library/newlibrary.shtml The Cataloging/Receiving position below is still open for applicants. Please note: In addition to this position, there will be another position announcement appearing on the Santa Rosa Jr. College Human Resources website after July 9th. It is a Library Tech I / Periodicals Public Service position. See: http://www.santarosa.edu/hr/pages/opportunity.php Classified Employment Opportunities Library Tech. II (2 Positions) Doyle Library Download Classified Employment Application: PDF <http://www.santarosa.edu/hr/forms/Application%20Materials/ClassAppPkt.p df> Word <http://www.santarosa.edu/hr/forms/Application%20Materials/ClassAppPkt.d oc> GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Doyle Library at Santa Rosa Junior College is seeking two qualified individuals with demonstrated clerical, technical and customer service skills to join an outstanding team of faculty and staff. There are two regular, full-time, 12 months per year Classified positions. Both positions will work Monday through Friday with one position located in the Cataloging/Receiving area of Technical Services with a work schedule of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and the second position located in the Periodicals Public Service area with a work schedule of 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work schedules may vary, so candidates must have scheduling flexibility to meet the changing needs of the department. Appointments are contingent upon funding and Board approval. POSITION DESCRIPTION Under general supervision, coordinates the operation of one or more library departments; performs paraprofessional duties of a complex nature in the Technical Services or Periodicals Public Service areas of the library; may serve as a lead worker to other classified staff in the area; supervises student assistants and short-term, non-continuing personnel; and perform related work as required. DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION Library Services at Santa Rosa Junior College provides a diverse array of instructional support services district-wide. There are two library facilities: Doyle Library at the Santa Rosa campus and Mahoney Library at the Petaluma campus. Instructional collections include over 134,000 book holdings, over 400 current print subscriptions, and 30 electronic databases. All holdings are available through a union catalog and accessible via the Web. The library instructional program emphasizes instruction in the areas of information competency and effective research methods. There are over 400 students enrolled per semester, and faculty librarians teach all classes. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS The Library Technician II is distinguished from the Library Technician I by coordinating the operations of one or more departments in the library. This classification also acts as a lead worker to other classified staff in the area. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Must be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to, lifting (up to 50 lbs. unassisted), bending, standing, climbing or walking while performing library duties. SCOPE The Library Technician II utilizes current information technology to ensure access to library materials at all campuses/sites; has a thorough working knowledge of an integrated library automation system, library terminology, technology, rules and procedures; familiarity with District personnel, purchasing, and accounting policies and procedures; applicable laws governing copyrights; and the use and distribution of library materials. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Develops and implements policies and procedures relating to circulation, reserve, interlibrary loan, acquisitions and federal copyright laws; interprets and enforces library policies; maintains confidential patron records; develops and monitors database collection of all print, media and digital collections for the District; resolves discrepancies and regulates the electronic and physical withdrawal of obsolete and damaged bibliographic materials from the automated database, shelves and shelf list catalog; analyzes and determines appropriate interlibrary loan lending sources for requests; analyzes and fulfills interlibrary loan requests from regional, national, and international libraries from library collections; assesses, bills and issues payment for overdue interlibrary loan material; directs the preparation and distribution of notices for overdue library materials and unresolved library charges; reconciles and integrates the library online system with District student account files to ensure accurate assessment and collection of library charges and fines; monitors on-line ordering, receiving and invoicing of books and periodicals requested by library, administrative and academic staff; submits claims and reconciles shipment, invoice and statement discrepancies with vendors and service providers; maintains on-line budget records and controls expenditures for the library budget; determines and modifies the on-line status of collection holdings; organizes and coordinates the annual electronic inventory of all instructional collections; develops detailed financial and statistical records and special reports for the library, campus community, public and governmental agencies; resolves patron conflicts and issues; maintains microform printers, copiers, print card dispenser, fax machine and book detection system; troubleshoots public workstations to ensure network accessibility; evaluates space needs; recommends storage and labeling solutions; relocates collection materials as needed; may act as lead worker for Library Technician I; and supervises and trains student assistants and short-term, non-continuing personnel. REQUIRES KNOWLEDGE OF Knowledge of operation of one or more modules of an integrated library automations system, preferably Voyager; current library terminology, rules and procedures; bookkeeping and fiscal management practices; variety of computer software applications and databases; Library of Congress cataloging rules and procedures; and federal laws regulating copyright and interlibrary loans. REQUIRES ABILITY TO Ability to recommend, interpret and apply library department policies; develop, interpret and implement rules and procedures; analyze situations and adopt effective courses of action; operate and maintain a wide variety of computerized library equipment; work independently with a minimum of supervision; maintain accurate records and perform mathematical calculations; analyze and diffuse disruptive situations; act as lead worker to other classified staff in the area; supervise student assistants and short-term, non-continuing employees; maintain cooperative working relationships; demonstrate sensitivity to, and respect for, a diverse population. EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE Required Education/Experience: Two years of college coursework AND three years of full-time (or part-time equivalent) working in a library; OR the equivalent. If you do not possess the minimum qualifications exactly as stated above, you must file for equivalency. If claiming equivalency, applicants are responsible for documenting all course work, degree programs and related professional experience at time of application. Preferred (for the Cataloging/Receiving position): Recent experience using AACRII and MARC format for bibliographic description in an automated cataloging environment, OCLC preferred; recent experience ordering, receiving and invoicing using an automated library system, preferably Voyager; and recent supervisory experience. Preferred (for the Periodicals Public Service position): Experience working with periodicals; recent experience with a library automation system, preferably Voyager; and recent supervisory experience. APPLICATION PROCEDURES In order to be given priority consideration for this position, applicants must submit AN ORIGINAL PLUS ONE COPY OF EACH of the following documents by the priority filing deadline: 1. A completed Santa Rosa Junior College Classified Application Form and Personal Data Form. Voluntary Data Form is optional. * If applicable, completed Equivalency Application. 2. A brief cover letter focusing on the required and preferred qualifications (please specify which position(s) you are interested in being considered for). 3. Please also describe your demonstrated experience in understanding and being sensitive to the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff. 4. Current Resume 5. Copies of transcripts of all college level course work (unofficial copies acceptable (both sides), but official transcripts must be submitted prior to hiring). If transcripts are from an institution outside of the United States, applicants must provide a formal evaluation of their foreign degree(s) at the time of application. Contact the Human Resources Department for more information. 6. Please submit an original AND one copy each of the required materials listed above. PLEASE SUBMIT ONLY MATERIALS REQUESTED. (In loose-leaf form - no folders or binding please.) PRIORITY FILING DEADLINE Monday, June 26th, 2006 (Open until filled) COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS * Salary Range: $3,211 - $3,905 per month (2005/06 Salary Schedule); maximum initial placement at $3,541 per month (placement within this range is based on assessment of previous experience as documented in application materials). * Fringe benefits: The District offers a competitive health & benefits package for employees and eligible dependents (benefits are pro-rated for part-time employees). * Leave/Holiday time: Full-time classified members earn 8 hours of sick leave and start off accruing 6.67 hours of vacation for each month worked (accrual rate increases after third year of employment and rates are pro-rated for part-time employees). Employees are also compensated for holidays recognized by the District (14 holidays/year, pro-rated for part-time employees). Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Jeanne Clery Disclosure) Sonoma County Junior College District's annual security report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning reported crimes that occurred on campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Sonoma County Junior College District; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, such as policies concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. You can read or obtain a full copy of this report by going to http://www.santarosa.edu/police. Paper copies of the full report are available upon request by contacting Police Department Records at (707) 527-4963 or by coming to the Sonoma County Junior College District Police Department located at 2032 Armory Drive, Pedroncelli Center, Santa Rosa Campus. ________________________________ MORE ABOUT SRJC Application Materials & Procedures To receive application materials, please contact: Human Resources Department Santa Rosa Junior College PHYSICAL ADDRESS: 1988 Armory Drive MAILING ADDRESS: 1501 Mendocino Avenue Santa Rosa, CA 95401 PHONE (707) 527-4688 FAX (707) 527-4967 www.santarosa.edu/hr/ The office is located in the Button Building on the college campus and is open from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. All documents included in your application file become the property of the college and will not be returned. Your file for this opening will not be considered for future openings. New documents must be submitted for each opening. It is the candidate's responsibility to be sure that ALL required materials are in the Human Resources Department by 4:00 p.m. on the priority filing deadline to be given priority consideration. Applications received after the priority filing deadline will be considered only if the initial priority screening is unsuccessful. Those applicants most suitably qualified for the position will be invited to appear for oral interviews before a Screening Committee. The Screening Committee may include representatives from the Faculty, the Administration, the Classified Staff, the Student Body, and the Board of Trustees. Although Santa Rosa Junior College does not reimburse candidates for expenses related to the first interview, candidates traveling from out of the area for administrative or full-time faculty positions who are selected as finalists will be offered a travel stipend for their administrative interview(s). If you are in need of special services or facilities due to a disability in order to apply or interview for this opening, please call the Human Resources Department. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (Prior to beginning employment): 1. In accordance with Federal Law all employees must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. 2. Pass a pre-employment physical examination, at employee's expense. Equal Employment Opportunity SRJC attracts and retains the most qualified faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds. This is achieved through an inclusive recruitment strategy and a rigorous, thorough hiring process that begins with the fair and consistent evaluation of each application for minimum qualifications and demonstrated skills specific to each position. Because the ability to serve students from broad cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds and genders is a key commitment of the College mission, SRJC actively encourages applications from candidates who recognize the value that diversity brings to a professional educational community. Caitlin Downing Periodicals Dept. SRJC ext. 4543
