Library Technician III

UW CODE AND REPRESENTATIVE GROUP

18756 (NE S WFSE Libraries)
22798 (NE H NI WFSE Libraries)

BASIC FUNCTION

Perform complex library technical tasks in support of the overall library function.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

Under general supervision, perform complex library technical tasks such as assist clients with general reference and bibliographic questions using basic tools, perform complex circulation and collection maintenance functions, search and verify library materials orders and receipts, locate and revise catalog copy, input/update complex library records, and maintain the operations of a library unit.

TYPICAL WORK

Assist clients with general reference and bibliographic questions using basic tools; make appropriate referrals for other services;

Search and verify library material orders and receipts, using catalogs and other information systems;

Prepare and/or interpret bibliographic listings of assigned subject matter using bibliographies, indexes, catalog systems, and abstract services; verify complex bibliographic information;

Catalog library materials using close catalog copy from sources such as OCLC; identify, verify and process complex added copies/volumes or reserve materials; input and/or revise catalog records in local, regional, national, or international databases using specific knowledge of appropriate cataloging rules, machine readable coding, and local practice; maintain complex holdings records;

Input and/or process library material orders, purchase orders, and invoices utilizing local, regional, or national databases using specific knowledge of rules and codes;

Arrange, index, and inventory special materials such as manuscripts, newspapers, clippings, slides, photographs, and other media for bibliographic control;

Assist clients at public service desk(s); interpret and explain library procedures, rules, and service policy;

Assist clients and other library units with locating, retrieving, and checking out library materials;

Order replacement materials; discard and withdraw items identified as not needed for collections; reinstate and relocate materials;

Perform complex circulation services; make authorized decisions regarding exceptional circumstances such as waiver of fines, exceptions to normal policy, waiver of limitations, and interpretation of policies; prepare library evidence for appeals of library fines;

Initiate and answer specified correspondence resolving special problems or inquiries; compile and prepare reports;

Perform complex gift processing; maintain exchange agreements; assist in donor relations;

Perform interlibrary loan borrowing and lending procedures; perform complex bibliographic and location verification; search citations with problems;

Direct the work of others;

Maintain periodical and other serial subscriptions; initiate renewals as subscriptions expire; process claims; maintain serial records;

Identify, recommend, and prepare library materials for bindery/mendery; maintain complex bindery records; Perform basic and complex preservation services; perform initial evaluation of preservation treatment needs; maintain complex binding and preservation records; perform complex conservation work;

Monitor and control stacks maintenance;

Perform the duties of Library Technician II;

Perform related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High school graduation or equivalent AND three years of applicable library technical experience, including one year beyond the entry level

Equivalent education/experience.

CLASSIFICATION HISTORY

01/03/1973: New Class
05/17/1973: Revise Class
07/01/1981: Revise Class
07/02/1990: Revise MQ
08/07/1992: Revise Class
06/01/2005: CSR Class Conversion