What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library and Archives Paraprofessional 3 position at Yakima Valley College?
Our Mission Statement:
Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students’ learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.
We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.
Yakima Valley College is accepting applications for one Library Archival ParaProfessional 3: Circ/Electronic Resources Manager in the Office of the Vice President for Instruction and Student Services – Library and Media Services. This is a full-time, permanent, classified position.
Reporting to the Director – Library and Media Services, the LAPP 3 Circ and Electronic Resources Manager is responsible for the smooth management of library databases and electronic tools.
ESSENTIAL TASKS
- Develop procedures and documentation for the maintenance all aspects of online library resources and vendor settings/configurations.
- Oversee system administration duties for library systems and applications including Alma/Primo, LibGuides CMS, Gimlet, other various online tools.
- Track streaming media licenses.
- Work with faculty and students to resolve problems and concerns in accordance with established Library/Media procedures.
- Supervise tracking and processing student overdue and lost materials and related fines and fees, including preparation of documentation to send to the YVC Business Office.
- Troubleshoot electronic resources access problems.
- With Reference Librarians evaluate web technologies for possible library application.
- Create training materials, user guides for library staff and users.
- Support circulation activities.
- Generate monthly and annual usage statistics and application-specific reports.
- Comply with copyright law and practice and advise faculty and staff regarding copyright law and practice as it applies to duplication and presentation of media materials, in consultation with the Library Director.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High school graduation.
One year of experience as a Media Assistant 1.
OR equivalent education/experience.
ABILITY TO:
Work collaboratively and effectively with diverse faculty, staff, students, and community to create a positive environment.
Keep current on a quickly changing landscape of electronic resources.
Be able to communicate the department’s process to students, staff, and faculty.
Troubleshoot issues that keep students from effectively using library electronic tool.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience using an automated library system.
One-year previous work experience in a library.
Experience working in a higher education environment.
Experience with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access.
Working knowledge of ticketing issue tracking, and bug reporting.
Customer service experience.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
General knowledge of library circulation functions.
General knowledge of library procedures, equipment and record keeping.
Alpha and numeric systems for arranging library materials.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for prolonged and considerable amounts of time.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIRED attachments:
- A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted).
- A current resume (a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application).
- Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional).
- Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire.
- Certifications/Credentials as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
Candidates invited for interviews may be required to complete a skills test.
Candidates may be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment.
"In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire."
Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Director of Human Resource Services, YVC, South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.574.4670. Equal Opportunity - Yakima Valley College (yvcc.edu)
Yakima Valley College's Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at https://www.yvcc.edu/services/safety-security, containing mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, required statistics, and other related information for the past three calendar years. To obtain a paper copy of the report, please call 509.574.4610.
Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.
All positions are subject to funding.
Salary : $40,716 - $54,204
