Contra Costa Community College District
Library Technician, Senior
Contra Costa Community College District, Martinez, California, United States, 94553
Special Instructions for more details.
NOTE:
New employees will be placed at the first step which is $56,424 per year, second step $59,268 per year or third step at $62,268 per year (depending upon experience).
Based on current salary placement guidelines, all step increases for which an employee becomes eligible shall take place on July 1 of each fiscal year.
These increases will occur, on an annual basis, until the maximum step of $68,724 per year is reached on the salary schedule. Yearly: $56,424 (step 1) – $68,724 (step 5)
Position Title Library Technician, Senior
Job Details
Recruitment Type: Open (Internal and External applicants)
Posting Number: 0002229
# of Openings: 1
Range: 52
Salary: $56,424 – $68,724 per year (step 1 to step 5, see special instructions for initial placement)
Position Status: Permanent
Overtime Status: Non‑Exempt (eligible)
Position: Full‑Time
# of Hours Scheduled Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
# of Months: 12
Non‑work Periods: N/A
EEO Job Category: Classified
Department: D1080‑Library
Job Open Date: 12/01/2025
Job Close Date: 01/09/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Position Definition To perform a wide variety of technical and specialized duties which support library operations; to provide lead duties with responsibility overseeing for the tasks and functions performed by paraprofessional and sub‑professional staff assigned to a college library; and provide administrative support to library management staff.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Library Assistant
– This classification performs general library clerical duties and receives technical supervision and direction from those in the higher classes.
Library Technician
– This classification performs technical duties typically involved in library functions.
Library Technician, Senior
– This classification performs more complex duties involved in overseeing a functional area of a library while providing technical supervision and direction to library staff and students.
Examples of Duties/Essential Functions
Monitors and maintains records for a variety of library accounts, including but not limited to: library books, subscriptions, electronic resources, student assistant and/or work study funds; compiles statistical data and prepares necessary correspondence and reports for staff and management use.
Performs original and copy cataloging of books and media, and maintenance of records.
Develops and maintains procedural manuals for classified staff and student assistants in the library.
Oversees and performs the processing and circulation of library materials and the processing of library fines; locates and provides information regarding available library materials; answers routine questions.
Reviews library media materials for ADA compliance.
Assists library patrons and staff in the use of library equipment such as computers, photocopiers, scanners and ID card maker.
Ensures the proper maintenance and/or repair of all library technical equipment and facilities.
Oversees a variety of duties involved in stacks maintenance; oversees shelving of library materials; performs general shelf maintenance, including shelf research for lost items; participates in space planning and shifting of the collections as needed.
Ensures proper procedures are followed to open and close library; resolves library user conflicts and emergencies, referring them to higher level staff or other appropriate services as needed.
Assists in designing and providing library information materials, such as policies, bookmarks and handouts.
Initiates and processes orders for library books, including continuing orders and purchase orders; supervises the ordering and/or renewals of subscriptions to periodicals and electronic resources.
Supervises the receiving of new library books; verifies and processes invoices for payment, and initiates correspondence regarding problems with orders, invoices and statements from vendors; maintains inventory and purchasing records.
Uses integrated library system modules and computer databases to retrieve and modify a variety of records information, including tracking lost, missing and damaged materials.
Selects, trains and supervises student assistants; provides technical supervision to other classified library staff.
Assists in money handling and reconciliation of revenue from fines, printing and copying.
Attends meetings, professional development courses and training as appropriate.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Experience and Training Four (4) years of experience in technical library work including technical services, cataloging, circulation and/or information services, with at least one year supervising student assistants or other library staff.
Education / License or Certificate Possession of an Associate degree from an accredited college, with major emphasis in Library Technology, or the equivalent.
Knowledge of
Standard library practices, techniques, classification systems and terminology, and library materials.
Library technical processes related to acquisition, classification and circulation of library materials.
Methods and practices of financial record keeping.
Operations, procedures, specific rules, best practices and precedents of the library industry and integrated library systems.
Technical equipment operations supporting the library.
Pertinent District, department, program, local, state and federal laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Modern software application (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).
Minimum Qualification – Skill To N/A
Minimum Qualification – Ability To
Perform responsible and complex library procedures.
Perform paraprofessional library duties relating to technical and public services.
Analyze situations and make independent decisions in procedural matters without immediate supervision.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Perform simple reference work and assist staff and patrons in locating library materials.
Perform difficult and responsible clerical work with speed and accuracy.
Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
Serve students, staff and colleagues in a helpful, empathetic, professional manner.
Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records and reports.
Make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.
Use computer programs and applications to access data and maintain files.
Keyboard with accuracy.
Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio‑economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.
Desirable Qualifications
Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition processes including ordering, receiving, invoicing, and budget tracking for physical and digital materials.
Experience coordinating with library vendors and subscription services (e.g., GOBI, EBSCO), including resolving issues related to billing.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex data and inventory systems with accuracy and efficiency; proficiency using spreadsheets and other documentation (e.g., Excel, MS Office) to track orders, maintain records, and generate reports.
Effective interpersonal skills: ability to coordinate with librarians, classified professionals, external vendors, management, and business services personnel to support acquisitions and resolve issues.
Demonstrated commitment to supporting diverse learning communities, including knowledge of inclusive practices in building accessible and culturally responsive collections.
Foreign Degree and Credit Statement In accordance with the Human Resources Procedure 3050.05, all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency
www.naces.org
prior to the implementation of the equivalency process.
You must upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position to be considered.
We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date.
The candidate bears all responsibility and costs associated with obtaining the evaluation.
Employee Benefits Insurance: The District offers health, vision, dental and life insurance for monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors and their eligible dependents.
Monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors covered by another health medical plan may waive District coverage and receive a monthly cash stipend. Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System).
Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System).
Police Service employers are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System. Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans.
Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options. Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break). Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.
Union Information Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union.
If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one‑time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1 % of gross pay +$1.
United Faculty has an agency fee of 0.55 % of gross pay plus $2.50. (All confidential, supervisory and management positions are exempt from union membership)
Benefits Documents For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website: Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20‑Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/hr/localonecontract/2019-2022%20Local%201%20Contract.pdf Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8‑Insurance Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/gb/policies-procedures/manuals/MSC_08.pdf
POST OFFER PRE-PLACEMENT EVALUATION PROGRAM (PEP) All job offers of employment are conditional upon the applicant’s satisfactory results of the Post Offer Pre‑Placement Evaluation Program.
This involves a physical strength test to demonstrate a minimum level of strength to perform the essential duties of the job.
There is no charge for this service.
Please do not make an appointment for testing until you have received notification from the Human Resources Department after a job offer is extended.
The positions we currently evaluate are: Building Maintenance Worker, Custodian I and II, Lead Custodian, Cook, Food Services Assistant, Food Services Supervisor, Food Services Supply Clerk, Food Services Coordinator, Grounds Worker/ Gardener I and II, Senior/ Lead Grounds Worker/Gardener, Lead Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Equipment Maintenance Worker.
If you are not hired in a listed classification, you may disregard this notification.
ADA Accommodations In conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for reasonable accommodations may be made to
slever@4cd.edu .
For administrative purposes, requests must be made at the time of application.
Equal Employment Opportunity It is the District’s policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, ancestry, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or because an individual is perceived to have one or more of these characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
Supplemental Questions
* Tell us how you meet the minimum requirements of: (1) Possession of an Associate degree from an accredited college, with major emphasis in Library Technology, or the equivalent and (2) Four (4) years of experience in technical library work including technical services, cataloging, circulation and/or information services, with at least one year supervising student assistants or other library staff.
(Open Ended Question)
* This position is centered on acquisitions and requires close collaboration with faculty, classified professionals, and management across two campuses. Please describe your experience supporting library acquisitions (or a similar role). In what ways have you demonstrated effective collaboration with colleagues in various positions? Provide 1–3 specific examples.
(Open Ended Question)
* Equitable access is a core value of DVC’s library. What strategies would you implement in an acquisitions role to support inclusive and equitable access to library resources for all students? Please be specific in how the strategy connects to equitable access.
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Unofficial Transcript (must show degree(s) conferred)
Application for Equivalency
Unofficial Transcript 2
Unofficial Transcript 3
Unofficial Transcript 4
Foreign Degree Evaluation Form (NACES Approved Agency)
Contra Costa Community College District District Office 500 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553
Candidate Employment Notice The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99‑603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country.
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New employees will be placed at the first step which is $56,424 per year, second step $59,268 per year or third step at $62,268 per year (depending upon experience).
Based on current salary placement guidelines, all step increases for which an employee becomes eligible shall take place on July 1 of each fiscal year.
These increases will occur, on an annual basis, until the maximum step of $68,724 per year is reached on the salary schedule. Yearly: $56,424 (step 1) – $68,724 (step 5)
Position Title Library Technician, Senior
Job Details
Recruitment Type: Open (Internal and External applicants)
Posting Number: 0002229
# of Openings: 1
Range: 52
Salary: $56,424 – $68,724 per year (step 1 to step 5, see special instructions for initial placement)
Position Status: Permanent
Overtime Status: Non‑Exempt (eligible)
Position: Full‑Time
# of Hours Scheduled Per Week: 40
Work Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
# of Months: 12
Non‑work Periods: N/A
EEO Job Category: Classified
Department: D1080‑Library
Job Open Date: 12/01/2025
Job Close Date: 01/09/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Position Definition To perform a wide variety of technical and specialized duties which support library operations; to provide lead duties with responsibility overseeing for the tasks and functions performed by paraprofessional and sub‑professional staff assigned to a college library; and provide administrative support to library management staff.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Library Assistant
– This classification performs general library clerical duties and receives technical supervision and direction from those in the higher classes.
Library Technician
– This classification performs technical duties typically involved in library functions.
Library Technician, Senior
– This classification performs more complex duties involved in overseeing a functional area of a library while providing technical supervision and direction to library staff and students.
Examples of Duties/Essential Functions
Monitors and maintains records for a variety of library accounts, including but not limited to: library books, subscriptions, electronic resources, student assistant and/or work study funds; compiles statistical data and prepares necessary correspondence and reports for staff and management use.
Performs original and copy cataloging of books and media, and maintenance of records.
Develops and maintains procedural manuals for classified staff and student assistants in the library.
Oversees and performs the processing and circulation of library materials and the processing of library fines; locates and provides information regarding available library materials; answers routine questions.
Reviews library media materials for ADA compliance.
Assists library patrons and staff in the use of library equipment such as computers, photocopiers, scanners and ID card maker.
Ensures the proper maintenance and/or repair of all library technical equipment and facilities.
Oversees a variety of duties involved in stacks maintenance; oversees shelving of library materials; performs general shelf maintenance, including shelf research for lost items; participates in space planning and shifting of the collections as needed.
Ensures proper procedures are followed to open and close library; resolves library user conflicts and emergencies, referring them to higher level staff or other appropriate services as needed.
Assists in designing and providing library information materials, such as policies, bookmarks and handouts.
Initiates and processes orders for library books, including continuing orders and purchase orders; supervises the ordering and/or renewals of subscriptions to periodicals and electronic resources.
Supervises the receiving of new library books; verifies and processes invoices for payment, and initiates correspondence regarding problems with orders, invoices and statements from vendors; maintains inventory and purchasing records.
Uses integrated library system modules and computer databases to retrieve and modify a variety of records information, including tracking lost, missing and damaged materials.
Selects, trains and supervises student assistants; provides technical supervision to other classified library staff.
Assists in money handling and reconciliation of revenue from fines, printing and copying.
Attends meetings, professional development courses and training as appropriate.
Performs related duties as assigned.
Experience and Training Four (4) years of experience in technical library work including technical services, cataloging, circulation and/or information services, with at least one year supervising student assistants or other library staff.
Education / License or Certificate Possession of an Associate degree from an accredited college, with major emphasis in Library Technology, or the equivalent.
Knowledge of
Standard library practices, techniques, classification systems and terminology, and library materials.
Library technical processes related to acquisition, classification and circulation of library materials.
Methods and practices of financial record keeping.
Operations, procedures, specific rules, best practices and precedents of the library industry and integrated library systems.
Technical equipment operations supporting the library.
Pertinent District, department, program, local, state and federal laws, rules, regulations, policies and procedures.
Modern software application (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).
Minimum Qualification – Skill To N/A
Minimum Qualification – Ability To
Perform responsible and complex library procedures.
Perform paraprofessional library duties relating to technical and public services.
Analyze situations and make independent decisions in procedural matters without immediate supervision.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Perform simple reference work and assist staff and patrons in locating library materials.
Perform difficult and responsible clerical work with speed and accuracy.
Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
Serve students, staff and colleagues in a helpful, empathetic, professional manner.
Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records and reports.
Make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.
Use computer programs and applications to access data and maintain files.
Keyboard with accuracy.
Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio‑economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties.
Desirable Qualifications
Demonstrated knowledge of acquisition processes including ordering, receiving, invoicing, and budget tracking for physical and digital materials.
Experience coordinating with library vendors and subscription services (e.g., GOBI, EBSCO), including resolving issues related to billing.
Demonstrated ability to manage complex data and inventory systems with accuracy and efficiency; proficiency using spreadsheets and other documentation (e.g., Excel, MS Office) to track orders, maintain records, and generate reports.
Effective interpersonal skills: ability to coordinate with librarians, classified professionals, external vendors, management, and business services personnel to support acquisitions and resolve issues.
Demonstrated commitment to supporting diverse learning communities, including knowledge of inclusive practices in building accessible and culturally responsive collections.
Foreign Degree and Credit Statement In accordance with the Human Resources Procedure 3050.05, all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency
www.naces.org
prior to the implementation of the equivalency process.
You must upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position to be considered.
We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date.
The candidate bears all responsibility and costs associated with obtaining the evaluation.
Employee Benefits Insurance: The District offers health, vision, dental and life insurance for monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors and their eligible dependents.
Monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors covered by another health medical plan may waive District coverage and receive a monthly cash stipend. Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System).
Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System).
Police Service employers are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System. Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans.
Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options. Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break). Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.
Union Information Newly hired employees may notify the respective union (Local 1 or United Faculty) if they opt to join and/or authorize payment to the union.
If the newly hired employee authorizes payment to the union then the following fees apply: Local 1 has a one‑time initiation fee of $45.00 and monthly contribution of 1 % of gross pay +$1.
United Faculty has an agency fee of 0.55 % of gross pay plus $2.50. (All confidential, supervisory and management positions are exempt from union membership)
Benefits Documents For further information regarding benefits eligibility and details please refer to the following documents available on the 4CD website: Classified Employees Local 1 Contract (Article 20‑Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/hr/localonecontract/2019-2022%20Local%201%20Contract.pdf Managers/Supervisors/Confidential Personnel Manual (Section 8‑Insurance Benefits):
https://www.4cd.edu/gb/policies-procedures/manuals/MSC_08.pdf
POST OFFER PRE-PLACEMENT EVALUATION PROGRAM (PEP) All job offers of employment are conditional upon the applicant’s satisfactory results of the Post Offer Pre‑Placement Evaluation Program.
This involves a physical strength test to demonstrate a minimum level of strength to perform the essential duties of the job.
There is no charge for this service.
Please do not make an appointment for testing until you have received notification from the Human Resources Department after a job offer is extended.
The positions we currently evaluate are: Building Maintenance Worker, Custodian I and II, Lead Custodian, Cook, Food Services Assistant, Food Services Supervisor, Food Services Supply Clerk, Food Services Coordinator, Grounds Worker/ Gardener I and II, Senior/ Lead Grounds Worker/Gardener, Lead Maintenance Mechanic, Senior Equipment Maintenance Worker.
If you are not hired in a listed classification, you may disregard this notification.
ADA Accommodations In conformance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, requests for reasonable accommodations may be made to
slever@4cd.edu .
For administrative purposes, requests must be made at the time of application.
Equal Employment Opportunity It is the District’s policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identity, race, color, ancestry, religion, marital status, sex, national origin, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, parental status, citizenship or because an individual is perceived to have one or more of these characteristics or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.
Supplemental Questions
* Tell us how you meet the minimum requirements of: (1) Possession of an Associate degree from an accredited college, with major emphasis in Library Technology, or the equivalent and (2) Four (4) years of experience in technical library work including technical services, cataloging, circulation and/or information services, with at least one year supervising student assistants or other library staff.
(Open Ended Question)
* This position is centered on acquisitions and requires close collaboration with faculty, classified professionals, and management across two campuses. Please describe your experience supporting library acquisitions (or a similar role). In what ways have you demonstrated effective collaboration with colleagues in various positions? Provide 1–3 specific examples.
(Open Ended Question)
* Equitable access is a core value of DVC’s library. What strategies would you implement in an acquisitions role to support inclusive and equitable access to library resources for all students? Please be specific in how the strategy connects to equitable access.
(Open Ended Question)
Required Documents
Resume/CV
Unofficial Transcript (must show degree(s) conferred)
Application for Equivalency
Unofficial Transcript 2
Unofficial Transcript 3
Unofficial Transcript 4
Foreign Degree Evaluation Form (NACES Approved Agency)
Contra Costa Community College District District Office 500 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553
Candidate Employment Notice The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, Public Law 99‑603, requires that employers obtain documentation from every new employee which authorizes that individual to accept employment in this country.
#J-18808-Ljbffr