Library Technician

Full Job Description

About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Library at Mountain Home AFB, ID.

This is a Regular Part-time (RPT) position guaranteed 20 hours per week, but may work up to 40 hours per week.

This position offers benefits (medical, dental, life insurance, retirement, 401k) and annual/sick leave. Physical Effort: Must be physically able to frequently lift boxes of up to 40 pounds.

Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities.

An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 03/16/2026 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

Qualifying Experience: Completion of some college or a college degree is desirable.

Specialized experience in a library that provided specific knowledge of library rules, policies, and procedures for circulation and technical service. Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Computer experience or training in computer applications such as Windows, Word, Excel, Access, the Internet and new technologies. Strong typing skills are required; ability to type 40 words per minute.

Work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; recurring activities such as bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, and reaching; pushing loaded book trucks; and recurring lifting of moderately heavy items.

Physically able to frequently lift boxes of up to 40 pounds. Must be able to reach up to 72 inches with or without the assistance of a step stool.

Possess skill applying standard customer service practices when dealing with the public and skill in working with peers.

You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Major Duties:

Monitors all circulation and technical service operations and resolves problems and deviations. Trains new staff in circulation and technical services procedures and processes.

Evaluates circulation and technical service policies, procedures, and processes and recommends improvements and/or changes.

Compares projected expenditures to allocations, notifying the Supervisory Librarian of the results. Monitors expenditures versus allocations for all monies.

Ensures payment is made for materials ordered. Posts and revises library balance records and financial records, maintaining accuracy.

Provides supervisor with necessary figures for quarterly financial updates and the annual report.

Devises and adapts various search strategies within the library's holdings and utilizes online or other technologies to provide reference services to customers.

Answers more in-depth or difficult questions that require the use of outside sources.

Performs descriptive cataloging which does not involve extensive searching or long descriptions by modifying existing records to match the items on hand.

Catalogs books using Cataloging-in Publication (CIP). Assists Supervisory Librarian in developing the library marketing plan. Develops publicity and marketing materials for review and approval.

Administers library programs and prepares an after-action report and evaluation. Represents the library at public relations meetings. Conducts library tours and orientations.

Uses varied and advanced functions of computer processing to prepare, format, modify, edit, email and print a variety of letters, memos, and other documents. Independently carries out assignments.

Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12899222