Library Technician Senior

Job Title
Library Technician Senior


Requisition Number
RE51305


Working Title
Senior Technician, Cataloging


Department Name
88000:LIBRARY ADMINISTRATION


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
41


Salary Range
$15.83-25.30/hour


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education


BA




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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience


2 yrs




Required License/Registration/Certification

None.



Physical Requirements

Lifting, pushing or pulling objects of up to 50 lbs, sitting for long periods, use of computer while sitting or standing



Shift

Monday – Friday; 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM (some flexibility).



Job Summary

This Library Technician Senior position will report to the Director of Cataloging and Metadata Services, and will perform cataloging, metadata, and database maintenance workflows and tasks for UK Libraries. They will perform copy cataloging of a variety of library materials (books, ebooks, videos, including gifts, purchases, and hidden collections) and some original description for local collections such as theses and dissertations. Collection maintenance activities will include withdrawals and transfers between library locations, including our remote storage facility.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Experience with Ex Libris Alma and OCLC/WorldCat, or other ILS systems and cataloging utilities.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Experience with cataloging in a library.



Deadline to Apply
08/28/2025


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