Technical Service Operations
Responsible for all technical service operations. Independently performs acquisition duties by implementing established procedures for technical services functions. Assists in the training of new library aides and technicians on technical service tasks. Prepares, verifies, and processes all procurement purchase requests in accordance with AF Library and Information System procurement guidelines, regulations, general library philosophies, and funds procedures for various funding sources as directed by the supervisory librarian. Using established procedures, renews subscriptions. Collects bibliographic data for ordering library materials. Monitors receipt of all items purchased and routinely follows up on outstanding orders. Performs copy cataloging to meet specific library requirements. Reports purchasing/delivery discrepancies to senior technician. Uses automated cataloging resources such as OCLC to obtain and modify catalog records for new library materials in a variety of formats. Ensures catalog records are accurate and current. Downloads cataloging data for materials into the Integrated Library System (ILS) to make the records accessible to library users. Maintains name, series, and subject authority control records. Logs in periodicals and checks for missing issues. Assists in the annual inventory of library materials. Monitors and maintains stock levels of office and specialized library supplies. Using established procedures, prepares materials for disposal via excess lists or DRMO and prepares appropriate paperwork. Refers difficult reference questions to the senior technician or librarian. Assists library users with library equipment. Performs routine clerical tasks. Refers unusual or complex problems concerning work processes to the appropriate staff member. Uses varied and advanced functions of computer software to prepare, format, modify, edit, email and print a variety of letters, reports, memos, and other documents. Performs other related duties as assigned.