Pepperdine University Libraries

Technical Services Technician

Pepperdine University Libraries seeks a Technical Services Technician to order library materials from various vendors; check the library catalog for duplication; select bibliographic records for all ordered titles; manage purchase orders using the acquisitions system; perform copy cataloging of monographic materials; perform database maintenance tasks; assist with technical services projects. This position is full-time, 40 hours per week, includes an excellent benefit package, and reports to the Head of Technical Services. Starting salary is commensurate with qualifications.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS: Required: Minimum of two years of college; excellent computer skills; excellent communication skills, both oral and written; the ability to perform detailed work; the ability to work independently and as a team member; the ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and move loaded book trucks. Preferred: Bookkeeping experience; Library Technical Assistant (LTA) degree; previous library experience; knowledge of MARC 21, AACR2, LC Classification, and LC Subject Headings; experience with OCLC Connexion and a library automation system such as Voyager.

TO APPLY: Please send a letter of application, a resume, and the names and contact information for three references to Erin Carlson, Head of Technical Services, Pepperdine University, 24255 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu, CA 90263, or via email at Erin.Carlson@pepperdine.edu.

(received 8/11/2008)