Black River Technical College is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Library Specialist. This is a full time, 12-month position located on the Pocahontas campus.

Duties & Responsibilities

This position is responsible for performing general library clerical duties, processing library materials, and performing basic patron services in order to meet the mission and vision statement by the BRTC Library. Excellent computer skills needed with the ability to use library programs and related online databases and services. Position will include handling circulation desks details, processing books and materials, keeping periodical records, and helping patrons locate materials in print and online. Must be able to adjust to a large variety of clerical tasks, have excellent records management skills, and possess the initiative to learn the collection. May occasionally include evening hours. This position works under the direct supervision of the Library Director.

The College is committed to a quality work environment and experience by providing the following benefits in addition to compensation:

• COLA and/or bonuses are provided whenever fiscally responsible
• Eight hours of sick leave monthly after fulfilling all work hours in a pay period
• Eight hours of vacation leave monthly after fulfilling all work hours in a pay period
• Vacation leave increases according to years of service schedule
• Eight hours per calendar year of education leave
• A portion of health insurance premium paid by BRTC
• $20,000 life insurance policy with premium paid by BRTC
• 14% minimum retirement contribution from BRTC each pay period
• 11 paid State Holidays per calendar year if employed full time during the date of those holidays
• Tuition Waiver for employee and dependents to BRTC

Qualifications

Associate’s Degree preferred. Some job-related experience is desirable. Other job-related experience may be substituted for all or part of these requirements.

Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, state application and name, address, and phone number of three references to:

BLACK RIVER TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Julie Edington, Executive Director of Human Resources
P.O. Box 468
Pocahontas, AR 72455
Telephone (870) 248-4000, Ext. 4032

BRTC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
BRTC is a Tobacco Free Campus