Library assistant Jobs in Berkeley, CA

Position Definition

To perform a wide variety of technical and specialized library clerical duties in a college library. Distinguishing Characteristics Library Assistant – This classification will perform general library clerical duties and receives technical supervision and direction from those in the higher classes.

Library Technician - This classification performs technical duties typically involved in library functions.

Library Technician, Senior – This classification performs more complex duties involved in overseeing a functional area of a library while providing technical supervision and direction to library staff and students. Examples of Duties/Essential Functions Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assists students and faculty at circulation desk; charges, discharges and files library materials.
• Processes reserve book and inter-library loan requests from students and faculty; locates material; provides information regarding available library materials; answers routine questions.
• Maintains overdue and debt file for non-students; collects and records fines for overdue materials; issues receipts for lost library materials and debt payments.
• Compiles statistical data; generates computer reports for librarians’ use; files statistical data; compiles end-of semester and end-of-year statistical reports.
• Prepares book orders, requisitions, continuing contract orders and library suborders.
• Assists in monitoring student budget; maintains accurate records.
• Orders, receives and processes library materials.
• Maintains and troubleshoots library photocopiers, printers, scanners and other equipment; assists students in proper usage of the machine; arranges for repairs.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING
Two (2) years of library experience in a technical or paraprofessional capacity, preferably in an academic library.

EDUCATION/LICENSE OR CERTIFICATE
Possession of an Associate degree from an accredited college, with major emphasis in library technology preferred but not required, or the equivalent. Minimum Qualification-Knowledge Of Knowledge of:
Basic library science terminology, systems and technology.
Standard library practices and techniques.
Library technical processes and software relating to acquisition and classification of library materials.
Methods and practices of financial record keeping.
Operations, procedures, specific rules and precedents of the library industry.
Modern software applications (Microsoft Office Suite, etc.).
English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary. Minimum Qualification-Skill To N/A Minimum Qualification-Ability To Skill/Ability to:
Perform responsible and complex clerical work with accuracy.
Analyze situations and make decisions on procedural matters without immediate supervision.
Apply basic computer skills to assigned tasks.
Problem-solve and act quickly under difficult situations.
Prepare and maintain accurate and complete records and reports.
Make mathematical calculations quickly and accurately.
Ability to keyboard with accuracy.
Serve students, staff and colleagues in a helpful, empathetic, professional manner.
Establish and maintain cooperative work relationships with those contacted in the performance of required duties.
Demonstrate understanding of, sensitivity to, and respect for the diverse academic, socio- economic, race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, mental or physical disability, and religious background of all students, faculty and staff, and with all individuals encountered in the performance of required duties. Desirable Qualifications

• Experience working in an academic library (any college or university library setting).
• Experience providing circulation, reserves, acquisitions, cataloging, or other technical services in an academic, community college, or public library.
• Demonstrated ability to assist students with library technology, online databases, printing and scanning, course reserves, and other learning resources.
• Ability to respond to students with patience, empathy, and a strengths-based approach, particularly when students are navigating unfamiliar systems or experiencing stress.
• Experience providing welcoming, responsive, and respectful service to students from diverse racial, cultural, linguistic, socioeconomic, educational, and ability backgrounds.

Job Open Date: 09/04/2026 Job Close Date: 10/07/2026 Open Until Filled No Foreign Degree and Credit Statement: In accordance with the Human Resources Procedure , all foreign degrees and credits used to meet the minimum qualifications must be evaluated by an approved National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) agency prior to the implementation of the equivalency process. You must upload your evaluation with your application when you apply for this position to be considered. We cannot accept foreign degree evaluations after the closing date. The candidate bears all responsibility and costs associated with obtaining the evaluation. Employee Benefits: Insurance: The district offers health, vision, dental and life insurance for monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors and their eligible dependents.

Monthly classified employees and managers/supervisors covered by another health medical plan may waive District coverage and receive a monthly cash stipend. Retirement: Most employees are members of the PERS (Public Employees Retirement System). Faculty employees and Academic Managers are members of the STRS (State Teachers Retirement System).

Police Service employees are members of Safety Public Employees Retirement System. Deferred Compensation: The District offers two optional deferred compensation plans. Eligible employees have a choice of the 457, 403b plans and a selection of savings and investment options. Leave Allowance: The District offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors a generous vacation and sick leave benefits as well as 20 paid holidays annually (which can vary based on length of winter break). Additional Benefits: The District also offers monthly eligible classified employees and managers/supervisors educational reimbursements, employee assistance programs, a travel assistance plan, longevity compensation, retiree benefits, employee discounts on health memberships and a comprehensive wellness program.