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Butte-Glenn Community College District
Application Deadline:  THURSDAY, AUGUST 7, 2008Position Title: LIBRARY TECHNICIAN
Classification: Regular Classified Service (Probationary)
Full-Time; 40 Hours per Week; 12 Months per Year

POSITION OVERVIEW:
Under direction of the Director of Library Services, performs journey level clerical and specialized duties in support of the daily operations of the District library.

POSITION DUTIES:
1. Oversees functions and workflow of library circulation/reserve department.
2. Maintains the Reserve book collection, adding titles to OPAC.
3. Posts fines and fees to college Datatel system and handles issues concerning library users’ inquires or disputes concerning fines, fees and overdue materials.
4. Hires, trains and schedules student assistants.

CLASSIFICATION RESPONSIBILITES:
*1. Performs library circulation duties for print, on-line and audio-visual materials, etc.; checks books and other materials in and out; maintains reserve collections; prepares library notices, bills and places academic holds.
*2. Provides technical oversight of assigned units of service; organizes work methods and procedures; may maintain reserve circulation and overdue area; assists in maintaining the circulation, reserve and scheduling modules of the library automation system; identifies system errors or problems; works with the appropriate areas to resolve difficulties.
*3. Handles issues concerning library users’ inquiries or disputes concerning fines, fees and overdue materials.
*4. Receives and responds to questions and requests for assistance from faculty, staff, students, and the college community, including but not limited to use of paper, electronic and online information resources or providing support services within the specialty assigned.
*5. Oversees the shelving of books and materials under the Library of Congress filing and cataloging system.
*6. Receives requests and places orders for books, periodicals, audio-visual materials, supplies and other items according to defined policies; prepares purchase requisitions; receives items ordered and checks for completeness and accuracy of order.
*7. Performs various clerical and office procedures as necessary, including answering the telephone, typing, copying and filing documents; opening and distributing mail or materials; revising or creating new forms and form letters, etc.
8. Assists patrons in locating materials and in using library equipment and systems.
9. Assists in recommending policies and developing budget requests for assigned area.
10. Assists with bindery operations, library inventory and other functions of the library as assigned.
11. Maintains library equipment and performs routine maintenance on copiers, printers and other related equipment.
12. May serve on a variety of District committees as request.
13. May perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high school or G.E.D. or equivalent and; experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities of this class.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
1. Experiences and/or training, which have influenced or prepared you to work cooperatively with and support individuals from diverse backgrounds. For example: involvement within specific programs; courses; or participation in groups and organizations, etc. that cultivate diversity.
2. Experience with library circulation systems, OPAC, various databases, Microsoft Office.
3. Hold secondary degree, .AA/BS/BA.
4. Previous experience overseeing student assistants.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of: library practices, terminology and procedures; the Library of Congress System; modern office methods, procedures, equipment and computers; basic reference sources and materials; library automation systems and processes; English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; and basic bookkeeping methods. Ability to: perform library journey level clerical work of average difficulty; process books and non-book media; do simple reference work and assist students in the selection of library materials; maintain order in the library; understand and follow oral and written instructions; type at a rate of 40 wpm; operate office and audio-visual equipment, including computers; work cooperatively with others; learn and interpret rules, regulations, policies and procedures; establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; keep simple records; and make arithmetic calculations accurately.

PHYSICAL EFFORT / WORK CONDITIONS:
Occasional light moving of books and materials, moving of audio-visual equipment, book carts, etc.; stepping on stool or step ladder to reach for materials on shelves; walking and standing for extended periods of time. Tasks may require extended periods of time at a keyboard.

IMPORTANT:
The District reserves the right to modify, rescind or re-advertise this announcement without notification or to delay indefinitely the employment of a person for the position.

SALARY / BENEFITS:
Range 24 Step A = $2,981 per month. The District offers a comprehensive benefits package for employees and family members, valued at $11,000 annually, with currently no out-of-pocket expenses to employees for monthly premiums. The package includes: Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and an Employee Assistance Program. Additional benefits include Income Protection, the Public Employees’ Retirement Contribution (PERS), 457/403b tax shelter retirement plans, 11 accrued vacation days, 12 sick days, and 17 holidays.

STARTING DATE:
The successful applicant is expected to be available for work no later than two (2) weeks after Board approval.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:
4:00 P.M. THURSDAY, AUGUST 7, 2008

All offers of employment are contingent upon Board Approval.
This position is open until filled, but the above date is the priority date for receipt of application materials to be considered in the initial selection committee review. The position may close for consideration of application materials on the above priority date or any time thereafter, and interested persons are encouraged to submit their application materials so that they are received not later than the aforementioned date (postmarks are not accepted). It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure that all application materials are received by the application deadline date. All submitted materials become District property, will not be returned, will not be copied and will be considered for this opening only. Incomplete and/or late applications will not be forwarded for further consideration.

APPLICATION:INFORMATION

Department of Human Resources
Butte-Glenn Community College District
3536 Butte Campus Drive
Oroville, California 95965-8399
(800) 933-8322
(530) 895-2400
FAX: (530) 895-2836
TDD: (530) 895-2817 (Hearing Impaired Line Only)

- Visit the Butte College website at: www.butte.edu
- Applications are available on the HR website at the URL below, in the Department of Human Resources or call (530) 895-2400 to have an application mailed to you.
http://www.butte.edu/admin/hr
- Submit applications to the main campus at the address above.
- The campus will be closed on Fridays through 8/6/08. Office hours are Monday – Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Normal office hours: Monday-Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

PREEMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:
1. This position requires a moderate amount of physical activity. A complete list of physical requirements for this position is available in the Department of Human Resources. The successful applicant will be required to complete a medical history questionnaire and must agree to undergo and pass a pre-employment physical examination prior to employment with a physician selected and paid for by the District. To be eligible for employment the successful applicant must be able to pass the physical examination based on the physical requirements. Disabilities not related to the essential physical job requirements will not preclude the applicant from being hired.
2. Education Code § 87408.6 states that no person shall be initially employed by a community college district in an academic or classified position unless the person has submitted to an examination within the past sixty (60) days to determine that he or she is free of active tuberculosis.
3. As a condition of employment the position you are applying for will require that you provide fingerprints. The fee charged by the Department of Justice (DOJ) for the fingerprint report is the employee’s responsibility. You will be asked to sign a payroll deduction form, which will authorize the District to deduct the fee charged from your first paycheck.

SELECTION PROCESS:
A selection committee will review and evaluate applications to select a limited number of candidates to interview. This screening process can take up to 3 weeks or more, after which interviews will be conducted. Meeting the minimum qualifications for a position does not assure the candidate an interview. The District is not able to compensate candidates for interview-related expenses. Applicants selected for an interview and requiring reasonable accommodations for the interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in advance.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

- BUTTE COLLEGE CLASSIFIED APPLICATION:
All applications must be made on a Butte College Classified Application. All applicable parts of the application must filled out.
AN APPLICATION WITHOUT A SIGNATURE OR WITH THE WORDS “SEE RESUME” OR SIMILAR PHRASE WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

- COVER LETTER:
Please pay special attention to the “Position Duties”, “Classification Responsibilities”, “Desired Qualifications” and “Knowledge, Skills and Abilities” sections of this job announcement, as they identify traits (experience, skills, abilities, etc.) that the department believes are important for success in this position.
Provide for the hiring committee’s consideration evidence of these traits in your application materials (cover letter, resume, application).
As you describe your qualifications in your cover letter, reference where in your application materials we can find independent verification of this information (letters of reference or recommendation, transcripts, performance evaluations, awards, certificates, etc.).
Butte College serves a diverse population. In your cover letter, address how your skills, experience and education have prepared you to serve and meet the needs of a diverse student/staff population.

- RESUME

OPTIONAL DOCUMENT:
Confidential Affirmative Action Program Information Sheet
(Attached to the Classified Application)

ABOUT BUTTE COLLEGE:
Situated on 928 acres of wildlife refuge nestled within the Sierra Nevada foothills of Northern California, Butte Community College is a fully accredited two year community college and a national leader in sustainability. The college offers associate of arts and associate of science degrees, along with certificates in nursing, fire, law enforcement, building inspection, welding, automotive, business, and accounting, among others.
With over 20,500 students, Butte College faculty and staff are committed to helping students achieve success in all aspects of campus life from academics to extracurricular activities. Graduates leave Butte College ready to advance to the University of California, California State Universities, and other public and private four year institutions. Butte College transfers more students to California State University, Chico than any other community college. The college even has a motor sports program in which students serve as the pit crew for a real racing team—and its chapter of Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for two year colleges—is currently ranked sixth in the world.
Butte College is also on the move in improving and documenting student learning and student goal attainment. The Butte-Glenn Community College District intends to lead the state in student outcomes assessment and new accountability systems. We invite you to become part of the Butte College community.

ABOUT THE COMMUNITY:
Butte College is located near Chico and Oroville, in the heart of Northern California, just 1 _ hours North of Sacramento and three hours Northeast of San Francisco The area is recognized as one of the Top 10 Art Towns in America, and is home to Bidwell Park—one of the largest municipal parks in the nation, and Lake Oroville—the second largest lake in California.
A growing metropolitan community, Chico offers cultural activities: music, art and theater, all in close proximity to the California State University, Chico Campus. Bicycling magazine named Chico as the best town in the U.S. for bicycling. Oroville is the gateway to great Northern California recreational opportunities including: fishing, hunting, boating, cycling, skiing, camping, and more–some of which have been noted nationally. Bassmaster magazine named Lake Oroville as the best bass fishing lake in California. Feather Falls in the outlying area of Oroville is a magnificent 640-foot waterfall, which is the sixth tallest waterfall in the continental United States.

The Butte-Glenn Community College District hires only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized alien workers. After employment is offered, all new employees shall submit, within three (3) days to the department of Human Resources, required documentation establishing (A) personal identity, and (B) authorization to work in the U.S.

It is the objective of the Butte-Glenn Community College District to achieve a drug-free workplace. Any applicant for employment will be expected to behave in accordance with this objective because the use of illegal drugs is inconsistent with the law of the State, the rules governing civil service and the special trust placed in public servants.

It is the policy of Butte College to provide all persons with an equal employment and educational opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status or disability. Inquiries may be addressed to the Director for Human Resources, Claudia Trujillo at (530) 895-2400.

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