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Library Technician

Position Number: 7067904
Location: Gilroy, CA
Position Type: Libraries

Library Technician

Gavilan College

Salary: $23.79 - $29.50 Hourly

Location: Gilroy Campus

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 202500143

Department: Library

Closing: 4/29/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Bargaining Unit: CS

Definition

*Please note that internal candidates who meet all lateral transfer eligibility requirements and submit their application by the internal deadline of 11:59 p.m. on April 15, 2026, will receive priority consideration over external candidates.
Under general supervision, to perform library circulation and public contact work; to provide patron services including check-out, return, cash handling and basic informational services; and to perform related duties as assigned.

Distinguishing Characteristics

The Library Technician is the experienced level class of this series, fully competent to perform a wide range of circulation, public contact and library service support duties; and is distinguished from the Senior Library Technician in that the latter performs technical library support services in a specialized area. Incumbents exercise some independence of judgment in the application of library policies and performance of patron services and are expected to handle some technical reference or advisory service questions.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The ideal candidate serves as the first point of contact for all library users and plays a key supportive role in ensuring the library operates smoothly on a daily basis. They provide welcoming, high-quality customer service and effectively assist a diverse population of students, faculty, and staff.This individual demonstrates strong communication and customer service skills, interacting with professionalism and care. They are highly organized and detail-oriented, managing circulation functions such as check-in/check-out, course reserves, fines, and account troubleshooting with accuracy and efficiency. In this central support role, they connect users to appropriate resources, services, and staff, ensuring seamless access across the library.The ideal candidate is comfortable using library systems and technology, and can assist with basic research tools, equipment, and access services. They are adaptable and proactive, anticipating needs and supporting daily operations, including troubleshooting issues and assisting with staff workflows.They thrive in a collaborative environment while also working independently with sound judgment and discretion. Maintaining confidentiality, handling challenges professionally, and contributing to a positive team dynamic are essential. A strong candidate brings curiosity, flexibility, and a commitment to equity and access, recognizing the library's role as a vital hub for academic success.

Essential Duties

The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee in the job title.

The following duties are typical of those performed by employees in this job title; however, employees may perform other related duties, and not all duties listed are necessarily performed by each employee in the job title.
Sets up circulation desk for daily activities; prepares cash drawer and desk supplies.
Checks library books and materials in and out; explains library circulation policies and procedures to students and faculty; registers and issues library cards.
Assists students and staff with specialized library equipment and databases.
Maintains stacks; replaces returned books on shelves and scans shelves to find out of sequence books.
Calculates and collects fines and other charges for overdue, lost or damaged books, and for the copy machine.
Records and balances daily receipts.
Coordinates interlibrary lending and borrowing activities within consortiums and at state and national levels; processes document delivery requests and interlibrary loan transactions.
Assists library paraprofessional and professional staff and refers difficult or unusual problems to appropriate supervisory or professional staff members.
Responds to patron requests for information and materials and refers technical or reference questions to appropriate staff members.
Receives, verifies and releases materials for reserve requests.
Receives returned books and materials according to established procedures.
Opens and closes the library for business each day.
Trains and oversees the work of student workers.
Maintains databases of information regarding, for example, collections and library cardholders.
Prepares a variety of periodic and special library processing and activities reports.
Maintains records and files related to the library services, activities and projects; assists in a variety of assigned special projects and services.

Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Experience

Any combination of training and experience equivalent to:

Knowledge of:
General library services, practices, procedures, terminology and equipment.
Library public desk etiquette and methods of providing information.
Specialized library database systems and on-line resources.
Business arithmetic including percentages and decimals.
Use of standard office equipment including computers.
Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Skill in:
Making accurate arithmetic computations to determine library overdue fees and cash balances.
Making sound judgments and decisions within established guidelines.
Interpreting and applying library procedures and rules.
Performing office support work, including typing and filing.
Operating word processing and spreadsheet programs.
Training and overseeing student workers.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of the work, including college students.

Other Requirements:
Must be willing to work evenings and weekends.

ILLUSTRATIVE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: A typical way to obtain the above knowledge and skill is a combination of education and experience equivalent to:

Graduation from high school and one year of experience in a library or educational setting involving public information duties.

PHYSICAL CHARACTERISTICS: The physical abilities involved in the performance of essential duties are:

The physical characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Climbing, reaching, stooping and kneeling to shelve books and locate materials; lifting and carrying up to 35 pounds; manual dexterity to operate keyboards and other library equipment; speech and hearing to communicate with library patrons; vision sufficient to read computer screens and fine text. This work is performed indoors in a library environment.

NON-DISCRIMINATION: Gavilan College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/Title IX/Employer of Disabled, committed to hiring a diverse staff. All qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, military status, sexual orientation, or marital status are encouraged to apply. If you have a verifiable disability and require accommodation to complete an application, please contact the Human Resources Office at (408) 852-2823

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FOREIGN DEGREE HOLDERS

For positions requiring a degree, all foreign degree credentials must be evaluated by a third party to determine the equivalent U.S. degree and major, and the Foreign Credential Evaluation must be attached to your application before your application will be considered. Not attaching your Foreign Credential Evaluation will render your application incomplete. Evaluations should provide the name of the institution attended, a description of your credentials, the major field of study, and the U.S. equivalent for each credential. For a list of evaluating agencies, visit the State of California Commission on Teacher Credentialing. Note: Even if you obtained your graduate degree(s) in the U.S., you must attach a Foreign Credential Evaluation for your undergraduate degree if it was obtained outside the U.S.

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