Circulation Technician - Temporary
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SalaryUp to $29/hr
LocationOakland Campus
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size501–1,000 people
PostedJul 20, 2026 · 3mo ago
Verified live2d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
High school diploma or general education (GED)
Knowledge of routine library operations
Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public
Excellent communication skills
Ability to work with diverse groups of people
Ability to work with accuracy and great attention to detail
Accurate typing and word processing skills
Good problem-solving skills
Effective troubleshooting with computers, copiers, and printers
Excellent literacy skills
Library experience and/or training, preferably community college level or higher
Description:
Job Description Summary:
The Circulation Technician - Temporary provides weekday and weekend staff coverage for the library circulation desk. Performs routine clerical and technical tasks under the supervision of full-time library staff.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Perform ILL duties (includes requests for document delivery and electronic searches; records statistics on library usage.)
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Provide routine check-in and check-out of items using manual and automated systems and respond to simple information requests from patrons at the circulation desk. Assist patrons in using library catalog, and audiovisual systems.
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Do routine technical troubleshooting.
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Perform all acquisitions duties (including ordering books for the library, processing orders, and receiving.
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Handle and record money transactions for document delivery, copy, cards, and fines.
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Maintain a neat, functional, and safe library environment.
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Maintain photocopy machines with paper, toner replacement, and clearance of paper jams.
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Report problems to the library staff.
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Process new library materials.
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Sort and distribute departmental mail.
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Process material for mailing.
Skills and Abilities
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Knowledge of routine library operations
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Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public
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Must have excellent communication skills and ability to work with diverse groups of people
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Ability to work with accuracy and great attention to detail
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Accurate typing and word processing skills
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Good problem-solving skills
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Effective troubleshooting with computers, copiers, and printers
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Excellent literacy skills
Education and/or Experience
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High school diploma or general education (GED)
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Library experience and/or training, preferably community college level or higher
Work Environment:
Office Location: Oakland Campus – Onsite
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This is an onsite position based in Oakland, CA, requiring regular in-office presence to support daily operations, collaboration, and student or team engagement.
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Work is performed primarily on campus in a dynamic academic environment, with direct interaction across multidisciplinary teams.
Employee Status:
Temporary
Exemption Status:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)
Time Type:
Full time
Job Shift:
Pay Range:
Up to $29.00 [hourly/non exempt], depending on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant factors.Samuel Merritt University currently provides base salary ranges for all positions-on job advertisements-in the United States based on local requirements. Individual compensation will ultimately be determined based on a variety of relevant factors including but-not limited to qualifications, geographic location, and other relevant skills.