Library Tech II

Announcement Number: STAFF - VA - 27056 | For questions, contact Robin Francis, Assistant to the Dean: 406-994-4997, robin@montana.edu | Position Number: 4M0103 | FTE: 1.0 | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt | Union Affiliation: FOCUS-MFPE | Benefits Eligible

About the Role

This position is part of the Collection Access and Technical Services (CATS) department, Cataloging, Metadata and Processing unit. We are looking for a detail-oriented individual who is willing to learn, provide consistent and seamless service, and work collaboratively in a team-spirited environment with colleagues and student employees. This position performs data input of library materials including creation and management of records, ensuring all materials meet accessibility standards, and uses specialized software tools.

Responsibilities

Primary Duties

• Perform copy cataloging and metadata creation for all library materials, in all physical and digital forms, according to national standards to ensure optimal accessibility, using a variety of databases, digital asset management systems, and other applications with specialized software tools.
• Determine and assign appropriate subject headings and call numbers using appropriate resources.
• Utilize OCLC to import bibliographic records into Alma, MSU Library’s Unified Resource Management (URM) system, and maintain the bibliographic database within the MSU Library’s URM by updating and deleting records as required.
• Manipulate large files of data using specialized software to add unique local information and provide quality control.
• Partner and work in cross-departmental teams with other MSU Library staff on projects related to record creation and access.

Secondary Duties

• Provide monthly statistics and activity reports to the Head of Collection Access and Technical Services.
• Keep abreast of current issues and trends in metadata practices, linked data, and the Semantic Web.
• Participate in special projects, including reclassification, retrospective conversion, or large-scale database corrections, as needed.

Requirements

• Two years of post-secondary education.
• Demonstrated competence using personal computers and various software such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation, email, internet, and relational databases (Microsoft Office 365 suite preferred).
• Ability to follow established procedures and perform work requiring accuracy and attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in an academic library.
• Knowledge of library systems such as electronic databases, online catalogs, and discovery services.
• Experience using metadata schema, cataloging tools, and services available from bibliographic utilities (e.g., AACR2, RDA, MARC, MODS, OCLC Connexion, Ex Libris’ Alma, LCSH, and MarcEdit).
• Experience with specialty cataloging (e.g., music, serials, maps).
• Knowledge of various controlled vocabularies (e.g., LCSH, TGM, AAT, MESH, BISAC).

Skills

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including sensitivity in working with individuals from all backgrounds.
• Growth-oriented mindset to learn new systems, tools, and approaches to analysis and problem-solving.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Demands

• Ability to shelve and retrieve library materials from shelves up to 11 feet high.
• Ability to lift and handle semi-heavy books and push heavily loaded book trucks.
• Ability to work in a dusty environment.
• Ability to work at computer terminals for at least 3-4 hours a day.

Pay

$21.00 per hour