California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Human Resource Services
3801 West Temple Avenue, Bldg. 98/Room B1-20
Pomona, CA 91768
Phone: (909) 869-3733
24-Hour Job Line: (909) 869-2100
Website: http://www.csupomona.edu/~hrs
#00-AC-194 Library Assistant I
University Library, Bibliographic Access Services (BAS)
Full time, Probationary
Resume Required
$2,371 - $3,093 per month
Closing Date: 11/27/00
Under direction of the Monographs and Serials Coordinators, the Library
Assistant I will perform the following monograph and serial functions:
perform monograph cataloging such as verification of PromptCat titles,
including Library of Congress (DLC),
Cataloging in Publication (CIP), contributed copy including Internet
resources; verify spelling, indicators and access points affecting
retrieval on OPAC and make appropriate corrections; perform basic searching
on OCLC for correct bibliographic record;
verify name, series, subject headings, call numbers, and bibliographic
description of each title to ensure access by library users; download
selected records onto the OCLC CATME+ software for new monograph titles
received; input bibliographic records
including University Master's Thesis/Projects into OPAC: review and verify
request for ordering new titles; research orders on OPAC to prevent
duplicate orders; serve as liaison person with vendors; assist with invoice
approval and posting; serve as
backup for all rush orders including ordering, cataloging, special handling
and availability notification to patrons; create order records for all
special order purchases; resolve discrepancies on orders; process added
volumes to the OPAC; perform periodical
check-in and record receipt of periodical titles using the OPAC serial
check-in module; verify received titles to ensure match with bibliographic
record; perform serials check-ins (added volumes); HEGIS maintenance;
create and review in INNOPAC a periodical
claim file for assigned HEGIS areas on a weekly basis; set up new standing
orders; sort, batch and distribute mail; and perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications: Three years library clerical assistant experience
OR 2 years library clerical assistant experience with 2 years (60 units) of
coursework OR 1 year library clerical assistant experience with 4 years
(120 units) of coursework OR completion of a Library Assistant training
program. Working knowledge of library terminology, general bibliographic
forms and structures, library computer applications. Ability to work
accurately with attention to detail; use discretion in applying rules,
regulations, and procedures; communicate effectively using standard
English; work cooperatively with others; use wordprocessing equipment; read
and write English at a level appropriate to the position; ability to apply
rules in accordance with policy, regulations and procedures under varying
circumstances; provide standard information on library policies and
procedures to library users. Specialized Skills Desired: Experience in an
academic library and experience with monograph ordering; invoice approval
and posting, periodical/serial checkins and claims, Innovative Interface,
Inc. integrated library automation system, and OCLC CatME software. Basic
knowledge and understanding of monograph cataloging and ordering; working
knowledge of Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR2); one year of hands-on
monographs cataloging experience; working knowledge of OCLC: good
organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities; accuracy and
flexibility; ability to work in a team environment and complete work
assignments within deadlines.
Lucy Garza
California State Polytechnic University Pomona
Library Bldg. 15-505
3801 W. Temple Ave.
Pomona, CA 91768
(909) 869-4402
(909) 869-3103
Received on Tue Nov 14 2000 - 18:56:52 EST