Jobs at Valley Cottage Library
Full-time Technical Services Clerk
Valley Cottage Library, located in a nearby suburb of NYC, is a renowned community resource serving the 23,000 residents of the Nyack School District. We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual to join our busy Technical Services Department.
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The Technical Services Department is responsible for the ordering, processing, and maintenance of the materials collections throughout the library. The ideal candidate will be an innovative, creative problem solver with a passion for details. Strong computer and technology skills required.
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This is a full-time position (35 hours per week) reporting to the Head of Technical Services.
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Minimum qualifications:
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Associate’s degree and/or equivalent combination of experience and training
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Experience in library technologies including relevant ILS preferred
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Proven mastery of Microsoft Office
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Ability to adapt readily to changing technologies, processes and procedures
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Ability to do physical work such as, standing, bending, reaching, and lifting (up to 30 lbs) and pushing full book carts
Responsibilities include:
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Processing of print and audiovisual materials (including applying spine labels, barcodes, book jackets, etc.) in a timely manner while upholding our high-quality standards
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Creating, updating and maintaining local holdings and item records in the library catalog
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Ordering, receiving, and invoicing print and audiovisual materials in the ILS Acquisitions module
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Maintaining and repairing library materials
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Processing materials selected for discarding
Salary range is $40,500 - $43,500 commensurate with experience. A generous benefits package includes medical, vision and dental insurance, flexible spending account, paid vacation and sick leave, and participation in a 403B matching plan. Click job description for a description of the position.
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If you possess a passion to work in a team-based and customer-focused environment that strives to provide excellent services to the community at large apply now!
A completed employment application is required and can be obtained below. Please email the completed application, a resume and cover letter highlighting your experience to the attention of the Search Committee at vclsearchcommittee@rcls.org.
Applications will be accepted until February 23, 2026.
Valley Cottage Library is an equal opportunity employer.
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