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Library Technician 1 - Metadata and Cataloging Department
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Position Number: 2001862
Location: Reno, NV
Position Type: Libraries

Library Technician 1 - Metadata and Cataloging Department

R0122471
University of Nevada, Reno - Main Campus

The University of Nevada, Reno (UNR) appreciates your interest in employment at our growing institution. We want your application process to go smoothly and quickly. We ask that you keep in mind the following when completing your application:

Required attachments are listed below on the posting. Your application will not be considered without the required attachments.
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If you need assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please contact the Human Resources helpline at (775) 784-1495 or jobs@unr.edu.

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Job Description

The University of Nevada, Reno is recruiting for a Library Technician 1 in the University Libraries. The Library Technician 1 will work as a member of the Metadata and Cataloging Department and is responsible for performing descriptive copy cataloging of a full variety of materials including monographs, DVDs, maps, microforms, etc. Other duties include, but are not limited to; routine maintenance of MARC metadata including completing database clean-up projects, creation of authority records in accordance with PCC guidelines as part of the NACO program, and occasional work with non-MARC metadata projects and/or maintenance. The University of Nevada, Reno Libraries are in the middle of a Library services platform migration from III Sierra to Ex Libris Alma. Completion of the migration is slated for June of 2021. The Library Technician 1 position in the Metadata and Cataloging Department will be heavily involved in the training and preparation for the migration including learning new workflows, creating new processes, and data clean-up efforts with the goal of increased efficiencies within Technical Services. The ability to adapt, learn quickly, work independently, and communicate effectively is of utmost importance in this position.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent education and two years of increasingly responsible experience working in a library; OR one year of experience as a Library Assistant III in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Applicants with experience in the following are encouraged to apply: Academic library experience; Experience with the cataloging module within an Integrated Library System (ILS), preferably III Sierra or Ex Libris Alma; Experience with MARC metadata fields and their usage; Experience or exposure to authority records and/or authority control.

Schedule

The typical work schedule is onsite Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm; this is subject to change based on organizational needs.

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, remote work may be required in combination with onsite work. This remote work would be temporary; the position cannot be fully remote on a permanent basis.

Compensation Grade

27

Salary Schedules

Classified Benefits

PERS retirement plan, health insurance options that include dental and vision, life insurance, long-term disability, annual and sick leave, along with other benefits. For more information, please visit: Classified Benefits

Classified Staff Grant-In-Aid Benefit

For more information about the Classified Staff Grant-In-Aid Benefit, please visit: Classified Staff Grant-In-Aid Benefit

Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program

Additionally, we offer a Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents of classified employees (working at least a 50% full-time equivalent).

For more information, please visit: Classified Employee Family Opportunity Program

Exempt
No

Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%

Required Attachment(s)

Please note, once you submit your application the only attachment/s viewable to you will be the attachment/s to the resume/CV section of the application. Any additional required attachment/s to the cover letter, references, additional documents sections of the application, will not be viewable to you after you submit your application. All uploaded attachment/s will be on the application for the committee to review. To request updates to attachments, prior to the committee review of applications, please contact the candidate helpdesk at jobs@unr.edu.

Attach the following attachment(s) to your application

Resume/CV - (required) List a detailed description of the major duties that you performed as part of each job. You must demonstrate that you qualify for the position and your education and experience must be clearly documented.

Cover Letter - (required)

Contact Information for Three Supervisory References - (required) Please make a note if you do not want your present employer contacted unless necessary to determine your qualifications for the position.

Transcripts - (optional) If you have not graduated, please attach your transcripts to receive education credit for classes you have taken. Credit is given for classes relevant to the position.

Veteran Interview Consideration - (optional) - To receive interview consideration for veterans and veterans with a service-connected disability, proof is required at the time of application. Please attach proof electronically to your application under the Veteran Document(s) section. (Examples of acceptable documents include DD-214, disability letter from Veteran's Administration, etc).

Posting Close Time

This posting will close at 12:00 am on the date listed below. The posting will no longer be available to apply to after 11:59 pm the day prior.

Posting Close Date
10/16/2020

Note to Applicant

A background check will be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member's first day of employment.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

Applicants hired on a federal contract may be subject to E-Verify.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.

For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.

Schedules are subject to change based on organizational needs.

University of Nevada, Reno

To apply, visit https://nshe.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/UNR-external/job/University-of-Nevada-Reno---Main-Campus/Library-Technician-1---Metadata-and-Cataloging-Department_R0122471.

Founded in 1874, the University of Nevada, Reno is the State of Nevadas land grant institution with a statewide mission and presence. The University of Nevada, Reno is a Carnegie I Research Institution and has been recognized as a Top Tier Best National University by U.S. News & World Report. With an enrollment of nearly 21,000 students we offer 145 Tier 1 accredited degree programs. Located in the picturesque Truckee Meadows the University of Nevada, Reno is surrounded by numerous state and national parks, is 45 minutes from beautiful Lake Tahoe, and four hours from San Francisco.

The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes that diversity promotes excellence in education and research. We are an inclusive and engaged community and recognize the added value that students, faculty, and staff from different backgrounds bring to the educational experience.

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a persons age, disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, or religion.