CLASS TITLE: Library Technician, Current Periodical Room

DIVISION: University Libraries

GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:

1. Receive periodical (serial) issues in all formats, recording receipt data in the HELIN catalog, using the Serials module of the Innovative Interfaces, Inc. (III) integrated library system.
2. Assist patrons in identifying and locating journals in the University Libraries using the HELIN catalog. Assist in interpreting serials information in the III serials module to patrons. Direct patrons to Reference Unit for answers to reference-related questions.
3. Responsible for hiring, training, and supervision of student employees who assist in the Current Periodical Room, Sunday-Thursday evenings.
4. Carefully track periodical issues, verifying that correct issues are received. Enter claims for missing issues. Identify new titles and title changes as they are received.
5. Review computer-produced claims reports and takes action as necessary.
6. Route periodicals to Reference and Reserve Units as appropriate. Forward cancelled titles, unidentified receipts, and other problems to Serials Classified Librarian.
7. Maintain order in Current Periodical Room. Type shelf labels for new titles and title changes. Remove outdated shelf life titles when time expires. Adjust shelf arrangement to allow for expansion and contraction of titles in specialized subject areas. Train student employees in shelf reading.
8. Maintain URI Library’s records in the CRIARL Union List, using Innovative Interfaces Union List module.
9. Date stamp and shelve periodicals when necessary. Assist with binding pick-up as needed.
10. Additional duties as required.

WORK SCHEDULE: Sunday – Thursday, 4:00PM – 12:00 Midnight

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

Experience with library computer systems and databases, preferably Innovative Interfaces, Inc. (III) and the HELIN database.

Ability to work well with library staff and patrons (students and faculty)

Attention to detail; concern for accuracy; ability to enter data quickly and accurately into library computer systems.

Preferred:

Familiarity with bibliographic data and publication of library materials, especially serials.

Demonstrated analytic and problem solving skills.

 

Rev. 11/2/99