Library Media Technician (IN-HOUSE ONLY) (Evening) Job at Coast Colleges in Cost

About the Position

Location: Orange Coast College – in‑person, on‑campus position. Employment type: permanent, classified, full‑time (12 months), for internal Coast Community College District (CCCD) employees only; external candidates are not eligible.

Hours: Monday through Thursday 11:00 am–8:00 pm and Saturday 8:00 am–5:00 pm, with occasional extended hours and weekends as needed. Salary: EE‑114 + 2.5% weekend–partial shift differential (salary schedule).

We provide medical, dental, vision and life insurance for the employee and eligible dependents.

Responsibilities

1. Coordinate and perform circulation services; schedule, train, and supervise student employees on the circulation desk.
2. Provide assistance to students, staff, and the public – answer questions, give instruction on library resources, and process material and fee transactions.
3. Conduct walk‑and‑talk orientations for student‑patrons on library use, periodicals, bibliographic search, internet search, and electronic media.
4. Process student Cal‑West interlibrary loan requests; search, transfer, and return requested materials.
5. Maintain records for requests, receipts, returns, lost or overdue items, fines, and transcript holds.
6. Mend and repair books and non‑book materials; dispose of damaged or outdated items per policy and state law.
7. Coordinate annual physical inventory of all library materials.
8. Oversee and maintain the computer lab, ensuring hardware, software, and printers are functional and collaborating with IT for updates and repairs.
9. Troubleshoot printer and computer problems, working with IT as needed.
10. Manage the Paper Cut system and cash handling; reconcile and deposit cash with the Bursar’s Office.
11. Schedule and maintain media rooms and their technology, collaborating with IT when necessary.
12. Assist students with computer issues and training in the computer lab.
13. Hire, train, and supervise new employees in circulation and media areas.
14. Update and ensure accuracy of departmental policy and procedure manuals for circulation.
15. Collect and report data for annual statistics reports.
16. Communicate library policies, hours, website updates, and sign postings.
17. Use the foundation budget to select and purchase reserve textbooks, justifying expenses against invoices.
18. Manage cash in register with daily reconciliation; store cash in a safe until Bursar deposit.
19. Open and close the building for daily activities.
20. Maintain reports of cataloged items and cataloging activity statistics.
21. Run and process reports of long‑overdue items for collection development.
22. Search and download bibliographic descriptions of materials for the library catalog.
23. Maintain data accuracy on book and material descriptions; resolve errors in bibliographic records.
24. Update subject and name authority headings in the online catalog as notified.
25. Participate in statewide meetings on new technology and library software.
26. Collect and report statistics on departmental activities.
27. Perform other related duties as assigned to support the position’s objectives.
28. Abide by all District policies and procedures, including Board Policy 3050 (Code of Professional Ethics).

Qualifications

• In‑depth procedural knowledge of library methods, practices, and terminology.
• Understanding of Library of Congress classification and ALA rules for cataloging.
• Basic knowledge of machine‑readable classification and coding.
• Working knowledge of automated library systems and record management.
• Comprehensive understanding of library operations, goals, and objectives.
• Human‐relations skills to convey concepts to students and resolve urgent needs.
• Arithmetic skills for arranging materials and calculating sums.
• Writing skills to document instructions on library service use.

Abilities

• Capacity to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the position.
• Ability to follow detailed procedures such as standard cataloging and filing rules.
• Organizational skills to maintain a well‑organized library setting.
• Ability to apply and explain library services, layout, rules, and policies.
• Quality interpersonal skills for courteous patron interaction.
• Routine clerical and record‑keeping abilities.

Physical Abilities & ADA Accommodations

Work is performed indoors; minimal safety considerations. Essential functions will be on file with Office of Human Resources. The District will provide reasonable accommodations in a timely, good‑faith interactive process as required by applicable law.

Education & Experience

Associate’s degree in library science curriculum or equivalent and two years of experience in an academic library; Library Certificate with four years of experience may also be accepted. Any combination of education and experience that provides equivalent qualifications is acceptable.

Licenses & Certificates

May require a valid driver’s license.

Application Requirements

1. Online Coast Community College District employment application.
2. Responses to supplemental questions, with detailed answers (do not submit resumes or use “see resume.”)
3. Cover letter highlighting relevant experience and addressing minimum qualifications and evidence of DEIA.
4. Current resume (PDF recommended).

Submit all materials online at http://www.cccd.edu/employment. Applications lacking required components will not be considered. Upload documents as separate PDF attachments.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

Coast Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to hiring and developing staff that reflect the diversity of the community and are dedicated to student success. We celebrate diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti‑racism, and we encourage qualified applicants to apply.