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Library Technician at Contra Costa Community College District Share on X Print Application Deadline 9/18/2026 11:59 PM Pacific Date Posted 8/20/2026 Contact Human Resources Number of Openings Not Specified Salary Pay Range 51,120.00 - 62,268.00 Annually Length of Work Year See Position Description Employment Type Full Time Job Description / Essential Elements: Print Library Technician Posting Number: 0002321 Location: Los Medanos College Salary: Yearly Salary: $51,120.00 (Step 1) - $62,268.00 (Step 5) Position Definition: To perform a wide variety of technical and specialized library clerical duties in a college library. Distinguishing Characteristics: Library Assistant - This classification will perform general library clerical duties and receives technical supervision and direction from those in the higher classes. Library Technician - This classification performs technical duties typically involved in library functions

Library Technician, Senior - This classification performs more complex duties involved in overseeing a functional area of a library while providing technical supervision and direction to library staff and students. Examples of Duties/Essential Functions: Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following: - Assists students and faculty at circulation desk; charges, discharges and files library materials. - Processes reserve book and inter-library loan requests from students and faculty; locates material; provides information regarding available library materials; answers routine questions.

- Maintains overdue and debt file for non-students; collects and records fines for overdue materials; issues receipts for lost library materials and debt payments. - Compiles statistical data; generates computer reports for librarians' use; files statistical data; compiles end-of semester and end-of-year statistical reports. - Prepares book orders, requisitions, continuing contract orders and library suborders.

- Assists in monitoring student budget; maintains accurate records. - Orders, receives and processes library materials. - Maintains and troubleshoots library photocopiers, printers, scanners and other equipment; assists students in proper usage of the machine; arranges for repairs.

- Performs related duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Education/Experience: EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING Two (2) years of library experience in a technical or paraprofessional capacity, preferably in an academic library. EDUCATION/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE Possession of an Associate degree from an accredited college, with major emphasis in library technology preferred but not required, or the equivalent.

Knowledge Of: Knowledge of: Basic library science terminology, systems and technology. Standard library practices and techniques. Library technical processes and software relating to acquisition and classification of library materials.

Methods and practices of financial record keeping. Operations, procedures, specific rules and precedents of the library industry. Modern software applications (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.)

English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Skill To: N/A Ability To: Skill/Ability to: Perform responsible and complex clerical work with accuracy. Analyze situations and make decisions on procedural matters without immediate supervision.

Apply basic computer skills to assigned tasks. Problem-solve and act quickly under difficult situations. Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records and reports.

Make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately. Ability to keyboard with accuracy. Serve students, staff and colleagues in a helpful, empathetic, professional manner.

Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties. Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio- economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties. Desirable Qualifications: - Knowledge of and experience working with an integrated online library system, preferably Alma from Ex Libris.

- Experience delivering student- or patron-centered circulation services in a library environment. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the proven ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and library users. - Ability to follow procedures and work independently, efficiently, and accurately.

- Experience providing training, direction, and supervision to student or hourly employees. - Ability to work respectfully and effectively with students from a wide range of backgrounds and to help make library services welcoming, fair, and accessible to everyone. Special Instructions: Note: New employees will be placed at the first step which is $51,120.00 per year, second step $53,700.00per year or third step at $56,424 .00 per year (depending upon experience)

Based on current salary placement guidelines, all step increases for which an employee becomes eligible shall take place on July 1st of each fiscal year. These increases will occur, on annual basis, until the maximum step of $62,268.00 per year is reached on the salary schedule.Yearly Salary: $51,120.00 (Step 1) - $62,268.00 (Step 5) Job Close Date: 09/18/2026 Open Until Filled: No To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9777539 je-24ea7022db3343329f3ed654e12ac60e Requirements / Qualifications For more information on Requirements/Qualifications, please contact the employer. Comments and Other Information For more information on Comments and Other Information, please contact the employer

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