Technician, Catalog

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• Withdraws outdated materials form collections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

Minimum Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Office Management, Business or related area

Minimum Experience

One (1) year related experience

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.