IS: Technical Services Associate

Posting Summary:
The Gottesman Libraries is seeking Library Associates to help the Teachers College community become familiar with a range of library/information services. Candidates should demonstrate an interest in supporting teaching and learning with technology and technology-rich environments.

Job Summary/Basic Function:
The Gottesman Libraries is seeking an Associate to support multiple technical services areas, including collections acquisition, metadata, course reserves, and interlibrary loan.

The Technical Services Associate will help the Teachers College community by participating in specific workflows that enable the discovery, access, and use of print, electronic, and digital collections. We are particularly interested in applicants who are creative problem solvers, enthusiastic team players, and committed to the Teachers College community. Candidates should demonstrate an interest in Gottesman’s collections and comfort with completing routine tasks with high levels of accuracy and precision.

The Technical Services Associate will work behind the scenes of regular library operations, assisting with specific tasks such as shelf reading, weeding and shifting, spine label printing, print digitization, preparing material for interlibrary loan shipping and receiving, resolving errors in the library catalog, book processing and repair, and book paging. Additionally, the Associate may participate in special projects related to cataloging, metadata, and linked open data.

The library offers a collegial professional environment, with ample opportunity for library learning in tune with the campus community.

Minimum Qualifications:
The Technical Services Associate position is open to individuals with the following skills:
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Enthusiasm for libraries and library service
- Excellent attention to detail, initiative, and problem-solving skills
- A positive attitude towards and willingness to learn library processes
- Ability to perform routine tasks with precision and accuracy
- Able to commit to at least 15 hours per week between the hours of 9 a.m.- 5 p.m., Monday through Friday
- Full-time TC employees are not eligible for this position
- Must be a TC student currently enrolled in a degree program and taking at least 1 credit during the fall/spring semesters
- Must be able to abide by Teachers College academic and personnel policies and guidelines, including FERPA, the Student Confidentiality Agreement, and the Student Privacy Requirements 

Documents required for consideration:
- Resume
- Cover letter
*Applications with missing documents will not be considered

Please note:
*This position is not eligible for tuition credits.

Scheduling
Student work schedules are based on the needs of the department and the student’s academic schedule. Students should discuss their schedules with the hiring manager/supervisor during the interview process. Hiring managers/supervisors will make every attempt to accommodate students’ needs.

Work Limitations
During the academic year, students may not hold appointments or any combination of appointments totaling more than 27 hours per week (International students may work up to 20 hours). Interim Student (IS) may hold other non-exempt positions (i.e. FWS, CA, AF) and must not exceed the maximum total allowable 27 hours per week. IS cannot hold a TA or RA position simultaneously with their IS position.

Student Learning Outcomes
Student employees will have the opportunity to develop and/or build on the following competencies while working in this position:
- Career and Self-Development
- Leadership
- Professionalism
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Technology (Software or equipment)

Preferred Qualifications:
- Enrolled at Teachers College or working towards an MLIS at an accredited institution
- Previous experience in book buying or selling, delivering library services, and/or working in library technical services
- Experience with Excel, Alma/Primo, and batch data tools (OpenRefine, MarcEdit, etc.)

Salary Range:

$20/hr

Work Modality:

Student Employee - Onsite