What are the responsibilities and job description for the Administrative Technician POS#117000102 position at Cumberland County, NC?
Position Overview
Join our team at the Cumberland County Library, where we connect our community with knowledge, entertainment, and innovative services! In this role, you will play a critical part in preparing library materials for public and staff use while ensuring accuracy in financial and catalog records within the Integrated Library System (ILS). If you are organized and enjoy keeping things accurate and well-maintained, this is the perfect opportunity to make a meaningful impact.
Examples of Duties
- Physically process materials for use by staff and the public (labeling, taping, stamping, applying security devices, etc.)
- Create item records in the ILS (bar codes, item classification, price, location, circulation parameters, etc.)
- Sort materials for distribution to the appropriate library branch
- Unpack and check shipments against packing slips; receive materials electronically as shipments come in
- Create invoices and vouchers for payment of materials received
- Check new materials for defects and return defective materials following the vendor’s established protocols
- Reconcile paper and electronic invoices and submit to administration on a regular basis
Minimum Qualifications
Management Preference: Public Library experience preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of ILS software and related computer programs, with the ability to learn and adapt as needed
- Knowledge of the ILS cataloging system with the ability to develop a working understanding of its functions, including basic familiarity with acquisitions and circulation modules
- Skill in verbal communication and strong attention to detail
- Ability to work within short time limits and process and distribute materials efficiently
- Skill in organization and efficiency to effectively manage tasks and responsibilities
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships
- Ability to address criticism or questions with tact and diplomacy
- Ability to treat people with respect, work with integrity, and uphold organizational values
Conditions of Employment:
Successful candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment with Cumberland County must pass pre-employment screenings, including criminal history checks and drug screenings, as required by Cumberland County Policies and Procedures, prior to beginning work or receiving a final offer of employment. Refusal to submit to testing or testing positive for prohibited substances will result in the withdrawal of the conditional employment offer.
Cumberland County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at Cumberland County are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or any other status protected by applicable laws and regulations. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals and will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
