• Library Technician_Library Technician

    State of Minnesota (Minneapolis, MN)


    Working Title: Library Technician

     

    Job Class: Library Technician

    Agency: Minnesota State

    + **Job ID** : 91333

    + **Location** : Minneapolis

    + **Telework Eligible** : No

    + **Full/Part Time** : Full-Time

    + **Regular/Temporary** : Unlimited

    + **Who May Apply** : Open to all qualified job seekers

    + **Date Posted** : 01/09/2026

    + **Closing Date** : 01/15/2026

    + **Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** : MN St Colleges & Universities / Minneapolis CC-AFSCME

    + **Division/Unit** : MnSCU Minneapolis CC / MnSCU Minneapolis CC Classifd

    + **Appointment Type** : Unlimited, Full-time

    + **Work Shift/Work Hours** : Day Shift, Mondays through Thursdays 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Fridays 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

    + **Days of Work** : Monday - Friday

    + **Travel Required** : No

    + **Salary Range:** $21.36 - $29.68 / hourly; $44,599 - $61,971 / annually

    + **Classified Status** : Classified

    + **Bargaining Unit/Union** : 207 - Technical/AFSCME

    + **Work Area** : Minneapolis College Library

    + **FLSA Status** : Nonexempt

    + Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes

     

    The work you'll do is more than just a job.

     

    At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.

     

    Minneapolis College is seeking a full-time, unlimited Library Technician. Responsibilities include but, not limited to:

     

    + provide circulation supervision functions

    + perform assigned technical and access services

    + train and oversee work study students

    + assist librarian(s) in maintenance of library collections

    + maintain and develop access and technical services procedures

    + recommend new policies as warranted.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Knowledge of library classification system(s) and standard library reference tools sufficient to assist clients in locating materials and conducting research

    + Ability to apply and support detailed coding or cataloging systems sufficient to create tracking for new print and non-print library acquisitions and locate and replace existing materials.

    + Experience in operating personal computers, use various software and web-based applications, and other office equipment sufficient to locate catalog information, word-process documents, complete forms and prepare reports.

    + Communicate effectively orally and in writing sufficient to determine and respond to the informational needs of clients of varied educational levels and backgrounds; to train, direct and evaluate work of student clerical staff; and to assist the professional library staff to maintain the library collection according to library policy and procedures.

    + Demonstrate an ongoing understanding of cultural fluency. Incorporates culturally responsive practices, and actively engages in antiracism professional development learning opportunities.

    Preferred Qualifications

    + Full or partial completion a Library Information Technology AA or AAS degree or Public Information & Technical Information certificates

    + Experience working in a Library or Information Agency for at least 1 year

    + Familiarity with ALEPH and OCLC

    + Demonstrated experience working with and providing customer service to diverse populations

    Physical Requirements

    + Standing for extended periods of time.

    + Frequent and repetitive bending, lifting, and maneuvering items.

    + Moving and transporting items weighing up to twenty-five (25) pounds regularly.

    Additional Requirements

    Current or former employees must be in good standing with Minneapolis College for consideration.

    AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

    Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.

     

    Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected] . Please indicate what assistance is needed.