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The Camden Carroll Library at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as a Library Technician (Library Services). The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025.

Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.

Responsibilities

The Library Technician (Library Services) plays a key role in supporting the daily operations of Morehead State University’s Camden-Carroll Library. This position involves staffing the circulation desk, managing library materials, assisting patrons with basic research inquiries, and maintaining an organized and clean library environment. The ideal candidate is outgoing, detail-oriented, customer-focused, and comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

Qualifications

Library or customer service experience is a plus. The ideal candidate has strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to lift and move materials up to 25 pounds. Comfort with computers, library systems, and office equipment is essential, as are excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills. This role involves standing, bending, lifting, and moving materials in a dynamic library setting with frequent patron interaction.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required. Requires substantial use of a PC. Flexibility scheduling to meet unit needs is required and may include mornings, nights, and/or weekend hours. Work may require mobility and moderate lifting of items such as books, boxes, or computer equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

One year of library experience with the ability to assist library users in locating information from a variety of sources, both print and electronic, and with trouble-shooting problems relating to technology preferred.

Sponsorship

This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship.

Application Process

To apply, visit: Morehead State University Application and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a resume and the name and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin after the close date and continue until the position is filled. For preferred consideration, apply by April 7, 2025. Contact the Office of Human Resources at (606) 783-2097 should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Lucinda Ward, the search committee chair, at l.ward@moreheadstate.edu for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Organizational Relationships

This position works under the supervision of the User Services Librarian. Works as a team member in the unit, and interacts with staff, students, faculty, vendors, and the general public.

Physical Requirements

Ability to handle library materials, laptops, cameras, books, CDs, DVDs, and Teach Aids. Ability to open safe and work with cash and credit card machines. Ability to answer the telephone to assist patrons. Ability to make announcements over the loudspeaker system.

Working Conditions

Ability to work under stress in a front desk area.

Reference Requests

Minimum Requests: 3 | Maximum Requests: 5

Supplemental Questions

• * Do you possess a bachelor's degree?
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• * With regard to employment eligibility, will you now or in the future require employer immigration sponsorship in order to work at Morehead State University?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you have the legal right to work in the United States? Federal law requires that employers hire only individuals who are authorized to be lawfully employed in the United States. In compliance with such laws, MSU will verify the status of every individual offered employment and all offers of employment are subject to verification of the applicant's identity and employment authorization. It will be necessary for you to submit such documents as required by law to verify your identification and employment authorization.
  • Yes
  • No