Bibliographic Assistant VI

The C.V. Starr East Asian Library seeks a Bibliographic Assistant VI. The incumbent will perform a full range of activities to order, receive, and physically process Japanese materials in all formats and accompanying invoices. Duties include but are not limited to:

Ordering Japanese language materials in all formats, including preorder duplicate checking, creating purchase orders in local system, and forwarding orders to vendors.
Receiving, unpacking, and processing the received materials by stamping, security-taping, and writing call numbers on current issues of serials, etc.
Processing invoices, and claiming unfilled orders.
Preparing materials for binding and preservation. Update related records in CLIO as needed.
Processing gift and exchange materials; sending gift acknowledgments as needed.
Maintaining and reporting monthly statistics.
Assigning, revising, and training student workers.
Performing other duties as assigned.

Schedule: Monday – Friday, 9 am – 5 pm

Minimum Qualifications for Grade

Applicant MUST meet these minimum qualifications to be considered an applicant

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Additional Position-Specific Minimum Qualifications

Applicant MUST meet these minimum qualifications to be considered an applicant

Advanced knowledge of Japanese language and culture. Language test will be given if interviewed.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organization skills.
Strong attention to detail and flexibility with job assignments.
Strong computer and word-processing skills including familiarity with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
Ability to work independently for long periods of time after initial training.
Ability to lift boxes of library materials up to 40 lbs., push loaded book carts, and carry materials up and down stairs.

Special Instructions

Preferred Qualifications