Library Technician

Working Title: Library Technician
Job Class: Library Technician
Agency: Saint Paul College

• Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
• Date Posted: 03/13/2023
• Closing Date: 03/31/2023
• Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Saint Paul College-AFSCME
• Division/Unit: Academic Affaris/Academic Support
• Appointment Type: Unlimited, Full-time
• Work Shift/Work Hours: 10:45 a.m. - 6:45 p.m. Monday - Thursday; 7:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m. Friday
• Days of Work: Monday - Friday
• Travel Required: No
• Salary Range: $19.08 - $26.52 / hourly; $39,839 - $55,373 / annually
• Classified Status: Classified
• Bargaining Unit/Union: 207 - Technical/AFSCME
• Work Area: Saint Paul Campus, Library
• FLSA Status: Nonexempt
• Telework Eligible: No
• Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes

Make a difference in the lives of Minnesotans.

The work you’ll do is more than just a job. Join the talented, engaged and inclusive workforce dedicated to creating a better Minnesota.

This position ensures that library operations run effectively and that students, faculty, and staff are able to access library services. Essential roles include reserves management, processing library acquisitions, supervision of student workers, and assisting patrons with questions.

Minimum Qualifications

• Working knowledge of library classification system(s) and standard library reference tools sufficient to assist clients in locating materials and conducting research.
• Apply and support detailed coding or cataloging systems sufficient to create tracking for new print and non-print library acquisitions and locate and replace existing materials.
• Ability to operate personal computers, use various software and web-based applications, and other office equipment sufficient to locate catalog information, create documents, complete forms, and prepare reports.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing sufficient to determine and respond to the informational needs of patrons of varied educational levels and backgrounds; to train, direct and evaluate work of student clerical staff; and to assist the professional library staff to maintain the library collection according to library policy and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications

• One or more years of work experience in an academic library.
• Library Information Technology AA or a bachelor’s degree.
• Ability to adapt to changing technologies, systems, and procedures.
• Knowledge of accessibility and prior experience working with students with disabilities.
• Proficiency in Spanish, Somali, Hmong, or another language commonly spoken in Saint Paul.
• One or more years of work experience in customer service.

Physical Requirements

This position requires occasional lifting and/or carrying such articles as file folders, ledgers and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one which involves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties.

Additional Requirements

Please upload a complete resume and cover letter indicating how you meet the requirements of the position.

In accordance with the Minnesota State Vehicle Fleet Safety Program, employees driving on college/university business who use a rental or state vehicle shall be required to conform to Minnesota State's vehicle use criteria and consent to a Motor Vehicle Records check.

How to Apply

Select “Apply for Job” at the top of this page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.

If you have questions about the position, contact Carla Ballard at carla.ballard@saintpaul.edu or 651-403-4419.

To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Carla Ballard at carla.ballard@saintpaul.edu.

About Minnesota State

Saint Paul College was established in 1910, and we are proud to be honoring education for more than a century. View Historical Timeline.

Saint Paul College has been ranked no. 9 by TheBestSchools.org. The College offers 54 associate degree programs, including the Associate of Arts degree, and 74 career certificate and diploma programs. Since our humble beginning, we have been helping students succeed in high-demand careers!

Why Work for Us

Diverse Workforce

We are committed to continually developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our state and the populations we serve. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve the people of Minnesota.

A recent engagement survey of State of Minnesota employees found:

• 95% of employees understand how their work helps achieve their agency’s mission
• 91% of employees feel trusted to do their jobs
• 88% of employees feel equipped to look at situations from other cultural perspectives when doing their job
• 87% of employees report flexibility in their work schedule

Comprehensive Benefits

Our benefits aim to balance four key elements that make life and work meaningful: health and wellness, financial well-being, professional development, and work/life harmony. As an employee, your benefits may include:

• Public pension plan
• Training and professional development
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• 11 paid holidays each year
• Paid parental leave
• Low-cost medical and dental coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Vision coverage
• Wellness programs and resources
• Employer paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Health care spending and savings accounts
• Dependent care spending account
• Tax-deferred compensation
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Federal Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.

Other Information

Employment information for this position can be found in its collective bargaining agreement or its plan document at http://mn.gov/mmb/employee-relations/labor-relations/Labor/.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Saint Paul College and Minnesota State are equal opportunity employers/educators committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us. Please indicate what assistance is needed.