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Library Technician (Library Services)

Morehead State University
Morehead, KY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/1/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/31/2025
Posting Details

Job Title
Library Technician (Library Services)

Posting Number
S01350P

Type of Appointment
FTF; Full-Time Fixed

Posting Category
Professional (Non Faculty)

Funding Information

MSU Salary Grade
450

Salary Range for Job Posting
$14.00

Recruitment Recommendations

Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position
07/01/2025

Open Date
03/31/2025

Close Date
04/07/2025

Open Until Filled
Yes

Position details

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The Camden Carroll Library at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as a Library Technician (Library Services). The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025.

Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Library Technician (Library Services) plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of Morehead State University’s Camden-Carroll Library. This position involves staffing the circulation desk, managing library materials, assisting patrons with basic research inquiries, and maintaining an organized and clean library environment. The ideal candidate is outgoing, detail-oriented, customer-focused, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

Library or customer service experience is a plus. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to lift and move materials up to 25 pounds. Comfort with computers, library systems, and office equipment is essential, as are excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. This role involves standing, bending, lifting, and moving materials in a dynamic library setting with frequent patron interaction.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree required. Requires substantial use of a PC. Flexibility scheduling to meet unit needs is required and may include mornings, nights, and/or weekend hours. Work may require mobility and moderate lifting of items such as books, boxes, or computer equipment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: One year of library experience with the ability to assist library users in locating information from a variety of sources, both print and electronic, and with trouble-shooting problems relating to technology preferred.

SPONSORSHIP: This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship.

Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students. To apply, visit: https://moreheadstate.peopleadmin.com and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a resume and the name and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin after the close date and continue until the position is filled. For preferred consideration, apply by April 7, 2025. Contact the Office of Human Resources at (606) 783-2097 should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Lucinda Ward, the search committee chair, at l.ward@moreheadstate.edu for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Organizational Relationships
This position works under supervision of the User Services Librarian. Works as a team member in the unit, and interacts with staff, students, faculty, vendors, and the general public.

Physical Requirements
Ability to handle library materials, laptops, cameras, books, CDs, DVDs, Teach Aids.

Ability to open safe and work with cash and credit card machines.

Ability to answer the telephone to assist patrons.

Ability to make announcements over the loudspeaker system.

Working Conditions
Ability to work under stress in a front desk area.

Salary : $14

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