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Senior Assistant, Library (Part-time)

Houston Community College

Job Description

SUMMARY

Assists the automated systems librarian in the management of the automated library system and other electronic resources in the college’s libraries. This position will also handle inter-library loan requests from college libraries.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  1. Assist the automated systems librarian with maintenance and upkeep of the library automation system. This includes maintaining login and authorization files, and monitoring the use of the system.
  2. Assist the automated systems librarian in compiling and distributing statistical and database reports as requested by department director, college library chairs, and others.
  3. Use the library automation system to print notices for library materials, which are overdue and sends notices to libraries for review and action.
  4. Assist the automated systems librarian with training responsibilities. This includes helping to produce training materials, conducting training sessions, assisting library staff with telephone questions, etc.
  5. Handle interlibrary loan requests for college libraries. This includes searching the OCLC database, selecting appropriate records, requesting items, delivering items to individual who made request, retrieving items from individual when they are due, returning items to lending library by due date, and maintaining statistics, etc., on this activity.
  6. Clean and perform minor maintenance on equipment owned by department.
  7. Perform regular inventory on equipment owned by department.
  8. Gather, maintain, and report statistical information on various tasks performed.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED required.

EXPERIENCE

3 years years experience in library technical/support service required.

KNOWLEDGE,SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  1. Knowledge of library automation system.
  2. Knowledge of computer equipment, including peripherals, such as laser scanners and printers.
  3. Knowledge of operations of established software packages.
  4. Knowledge of OCLC policies and procedures for ILL-use.
  5. Knowledge of HCCS ILL policies and procedures.
  6. Able to deal with ILL users in a friendly and competent manner.
  7. Able to attend to details.
  8. Able to organize information.
  9. Able to work independently.
  10. Good oral and written communication skills.

COMPETENCIES

  • Delivering High Quality Work
  • Accepting Responsibility
  • Serving Customers
  • Supporting Organizational Goals
  • Driving Continuous Improvement
  • Acting with Integrity
  • Thinking Critically
  • Managing Change
  • Communicating Effectively

WORKING CONDITIONS
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

SECURITY SENSITIVE: This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is an open-admission, public institution of higher education offering a high-quality, affordable education for academic advancement, workforce training, career development and lifelong learning to prepare individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in a global and technological society. We’re proud to say that 98 percent of our graduates step into a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. One of the largest community colleges in the nation, HCC has served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Schools Commission on Colleges, we offer 300+ associate degree and certificate programs to 75,000+ students across 13 Centers of Excellence and online each semester. We are proud to be No.1 among all community colleges in the nation in providing associate degrees to minorities and No.1 in educating international students, with 10.4 percent of our student population from outside the USA. Our vision is to become the Employer of Choice in support of our mission for Student Success by attracting, retaining and motivating the best employees.

The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You’ll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you’ll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
  • Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City’s 55.
  • 145 languages are spoken here.
  • Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
  • Houston is a major-league sports town, and don’t forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
  • The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
  • World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate health care system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation’s top institutions.
  • With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston’s cultural scene.
  • Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.
If this sounds like the role for you and you’re ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran’s status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
  • David Cross, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator
  • Office of Institutional Equity
  • PO Box 667517
  • Houston, TX 77266
  • 713.718.8271 or Institutional.Equity@hccs.edu
HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.

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