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Trinity Health

Library Technician - Part Time

Albany, NY · On-site

$17.25 - $22.54/hr

Rotating Shift Description: Part Time Library Technician - St. Peter's Hospital Shift / Schedule: 8 hour day shift, 3 days per week St. Peter's is looking for a Library Technician to join our team!

Trinity Health

Library Technician - Part Time

Albany, NY · On-site

$17.25 - $22.54/hr

Rotating Shift Description: Part Time Library Technician - St. Peter's Hospital Shift / Schedule: 8 hour day shift, 3 days per week St. Peter's is looking for a Library Technician to join our team!

Trinityhealth

Library Technician - Part Time

Albany, NY

$17.25 - $22.54/hr

Rotating Shift Description: Part Time Library Technician - St. Peter's Hospital Shift / Schedule: 8 hour day shift, 3 days per week St. Peter's is looking for a Library Technician to join our team!

New York State

Law Librarian

Albany, NY

$50K - $60K/yr

Duties Description New York State Legislative Library The New York State Senate seeks a highly qualified and service-oriented professional to serve as part-time in person Law Librarian in the New ...

StateJobsNY

Law Librarian

Albany, NY · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

Duties Description New York State Legislative Library The New York State Senate seeks a highly qualified and service-oriented professional to serve as part-time in person Law Librarian in the New ...

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Library Technician - Part Time

Trinity Health

Albany, NY • On-site

$17.25 - $22.54/hr

Part-time

Posted 10 days ago

Trinity Health rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 354 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

572nd of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Employment Type:
Part timeShift:
Rotating Shift
Description:
Part Time Library Technician - St. Peter's Hospital
Shift / Schedule: 8 hour day shift, 3 days per week
St. Peter's is looking for a Library Technician to join our team!
The Library Technician performs the general library functions of circulation and Interlibrary Loan (ILL), assists patrons with general and ready reference inquiries, and online searching. This position supports the overall library needs of the College/School of Nursing, the Acute Care Division and St. Peter's Health Partners system.
Responsibilities:
  • Checking materials in/out, managing holds, handling, and registering new students.
  • Facilitates resource sharing among health science libraries to provide quick access to medical, nursing, and biomedical literature when requested.
  • Processes inter-library loan requests
  • Shelving/sorting books and materials, repairing damaged items, and maintaining inventory
  • Performs cataloging, labeling, and the processing of new books, periodicals, and media
  • Assists users with computers, printers, scanners, and minor troubleshooting of. hardware.
  • Maintains computer area within the library and within the laptop storage area.
  • Has proficiency with Integrated Library Systems (ILS), database management, email, electronic card catalog, and Microsoft. Office - Especially Word and PowerPoint
  • Maintains the digital messaging board and keep it current; with relevant information.
  • Assists students with obtaining IT support when needed for software issues
  • Assists librarian with setting up library events, such as new student orientation and creating digital content for information and instructional purposes
  • Maintains testing calendar each semester and acts as a proctor for accommodated and/or other test takers

Requirements:
  • High School graduate with one to three years related experience OR Associate Degree in Library and Information Science.
  • Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills to assist diverse user groups, excellent organization skills with attention to detail
  • Must be able to effectively communicate both verbally and in written text taking into consideration specific situations and audiences

Pay Range: $17.25 - $22.54
Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Trinity Health Ann Arbor is a 537 -bed teaching hospital located on 340 acre campus. Recognized by IBM Watson as a Top 100 Hospital and #1 Teaching Hospital, Trinity Health Ann Arbor has been a leading health care provider for more than 100 years. Trinity Health has received numerous local and national awards in recognition of our leadership, quality outcomes, and clinical excellence.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Livonia, MI, US

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