Library Technician III
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Salary
$21.33 - $26.00 Hourly
Location
Golden, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
GLA - JR109241 - 08/26
Department
Colorado School of Mines
Opening Date
08/03/2026
Closing Date
8/11/2026 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
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Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
1500 Illinois St. Golden, CO 80401
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
Human Ressources, recruitment@mines.edu, 303-273-3250
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
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Department Information
Colorado School of Mines (Mines) is an internationally preeminent teaching and research university dedicated to meeting the resource development needs of a rapidly evolving, technology-based society. Mines was selected by the Colorado State Legislature as the state's first "exemplary institution" of public higher education due to our "high degree of responsibility and capability with regard to academic and administrative functions."
Colorado's oldest public university, Mines is located in Golden, Colorado at the gateway of the Rocky Mountains, 13 miles west of downtown Denver and 21 miles south of Boulder.
MINES IS PROUD TO OFFER EXCELLENT BENEFITS TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN EXTRAORDINARY TALENT. OUR PERKS INCLUDE:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Generous vacation and sick leave plus 13 paid holidays
State pension plan (PERA)
Parental Leave
Reduced cost tuition for employee and family members
Life and Disability Insurance
Professional growth and training opportunities
Access to technology and equipment
Colorado State Employee Assistance Program
Access to a world-class recreation center
Interaction with an international population and cultural events
Description of Job
Arthur Lakes Library is seeking a service-oriented, collaborative, and detail-focusedLibrary Technician IIIto support library operations during evening and weekend hours. This position plays a vital role in ensuring students, faculty, and staff have access to the resources, services, and support they need to succeed.
As a key member of our Circulation and User Services team, you will provide exceptional customer service, oversee student employees, maintain physical collections, and help create a welcoming and inclusive environment for all library users. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to expand their experience in academic libraries, higher education, and staff supervision while contributing to a student-centered campus community.
What You'll Do
Customer Service & Library Operations
Provide on-site operational support during evening and weekend library hours.
Staff the circulation desk and serve as a primary point of contact for library patrons.
Assist users with circulation services, printing, scanning, study room reservations, library resources, course reserves, and general questions.
Resolve routine and non-routine patron concerns while exercising sound judgment and professionalism.
Support a welcoming, inclusive, and customer-focused environment.
Follow library and campus safety policies and emergency procedures.
Student Employee Supervision
Partner with the User Services Manager to recruit, hire, train, schedule, and evaluate student employees.
Provide day-to-day guidance and support to front desk student assistants.
Monitor service quality and help ensure consistent desk coverage.
Step in to provide circulation desk coverage when staffing gaps occur.
Collections & Stacks Maintenance
Coordinate ongoing maintenance of the library's physical collections.
Conduct shelf reading and organize projects to ensure collection accuracy and accessibility.
Search for missing materials and assist with troubleshooting collection issues.
Assign and monitor collection-related tasks completed by student employees.
Support access to circulating collections, course reserves, and specialized lending collections, including the Gadgets to Go program.
Why Join Arthur Lakes Library?
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:
Gain valuable experience in an academic library environment.
Develop leadership and supervisory skills through student employee management.
Build expertise with library technologies and systems.
Work closely with librarians, university staff, and student employees in a collaborative team setting.
Contribute directly to student success and the overall campus experience.
Work Schedule
Academic Year
Monday-Thursday: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Sunday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM or 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Finals Week
Thursday: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Sunday-Tuesday: 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Wednesday-Thursday: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Summer
Hours and days may vary based on operational needs.
Typical hours fall between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
Schedule is subject to change based on library staffing and operational needs.
Ideal Candidate
Successful candidates are professional, adaptable, and committed to excellent service. They are strong communicators who thrive in a collaborative environment, respond effectively to changing needs, and take pride in maintaining accurate, accessible library collections while supporting the success of students and colleagues.
Apply today and help create an exceptional library experience for our campus community.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Residency Requirement:
This posting is only open to residents of the State of Colorado at the time of submitting your application.
Class Code & Classification Description:
G3C3XX Library Technician III (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-hr-professionals/job-classifications/class-description-and-minimum-qualifications-for-g3c)
Minimum Qualifications: Experience Only: Three (3) years of relevant experience working in a library setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience that provides comparable knowledge and skills, which included(experience must be documented in "Work History" section of application; "see resume" will not be accepted):
Experience using integrated library systems (ILS), library management systems (LMS), or comparable service-focused software.
Experience supervising, training, or mentoring student employees, temporary workers, or other staff.
Excellent customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment.
Strong problem-solving and research skills.
Commitment to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and welcoming environment for diverse populations.
Or
Education and Experience:
A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned equal to three (3) years(Transcripts must be attached for educational credit)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in an academic or higher education library.
Familiarity with library systems such as Alma and LibApps.
Experience working with circulation services, reserves, or collections maintenance.
Appeal Rights:
As an applicant who has been removed from consideration during the selection or comparative analysis process, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board and/or request a review by the State Personnel Director. A standard appeal form is available on the State Personnel Board website, https://spb.colorado.gov/forms-and-filing . If you appeal, your appeal must be submitted in writing on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative, and received at the following address within ten (10) days of your receipt of this notice: Colorado State Personnel Board/State Personnel Director, Attn: Appeals Processing, 1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver, CO 80203. Fax: 303-866-5038. Phone: 303-866-3300. Email address: dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us. The ten-day deadline and these appeal procedures also apply to all charges of discrimination. Refer to Chapters 4 and 8 of the State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, 4 CCR 801, for information about the appeals process. The State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures are available at spb.colorado.gov .
Supplemental Information
Colorado School of Mines is committed to equal opportunity for all persons. Minesdoesnot discriminateon the basis ofage, sex, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), ancestry, creed, marital status, race, ethnicity, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteranstatusor current military service. Further, Mines does not retaliate against community members for filing complaints regarding or implicating any of these protected statuses.
Mines' commitment to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and equal access is reflected in the administration of its policies, procedures,programsand activities and in its efforts to achieve a talented student body and workforce.
Through its policies, procedures and resources, Minescomplies withfederal law, Colorado state law, administrative regulations, executiveordersand other legal requirements to prevent discrimination (including harassment or retaliation) within the Mines campus community and to address potential allegations of inequality or concerns for safety.
Are you looking for an inspiring, mission-driven workplace where you can contribute to solving the world's problems and educating the next generation of change makers? Are you an individual who values a rich and vibrant diverse and inclusive community, where our different perspectives and experiences enrich the educational and work experience?
Look to Mines.
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