What are the responsibilities and job description for the Technician, Catalog position at Alcorn State University?
Job Title
Technician, Catalog
Essential Job Functions
- Processes newly acquired materials; Creates bibliographies
- Searches, edits, exports, and orders catalog cards from OCLC.
- Imports bibliographic records
- Creates holding and/or item records
- Oversees physical processing of cataloging materials
- Withdraws outdated materials form collections
- Maintains Self List card file
- Works at Circulation Desk on rotational nights and weekends
- Other related duties, as assigned
Qualifications
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
General knowledge of library policies, procedures and techniques
Knowledge of office practices and procedures
Knowledge of the Dewey Decimal classification system
Knowledge of filing and record-keeping
Ability to use MS Office Products, including Outlook, PowerPoint and Excel
Ability to type at least 55 words per minute
Effective communication skills, verbal, written and interpersonal
Ability to work independently in the absence of direct supervision
Ability to plan, schedule and organize work
Ability to effectively handle multiple tasks concurrently
EEO Statement
Alcorn State University is expressly committed to providing equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry age, religion or religious creed, disability or handicap, sex or gender identity and/or expressions, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law. Further, the University will not tolerate any instances of harassment/sexual harassment. This policy applies to all employees, regardless of position, consultants and applicants for employment. Additionally, it is the responsibility of all personas making employment decisions to adhere to this policy.
Salary : $39,413 - $56,967