Lead Technician at Library Systems & Services LLC

Richmond, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

04 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Supervision, Workflow Coordination, Integrated Library System (ILS), Inventory Management, Quality Control, Staff Training, Bibliographic Record Verification, Barcoding, Preservation Stabilization, Data Accuracy, Project Documentation, Statistical Reporting

Industry

Libraries

Description

Description The Lead Library Technician supports a large-scale inventory project at a major library in Richmond, VA by providing direct supervision and workflow coordination for a team of Library Technicians. This on-site position plays a key role in overseeing daily operations, ensuring quality control, and maintaining efficiency across all inventory-related activities. This role requires experience using an Integrated Library System (ILS) to manage inventory tasks such as verifying bibliographic records, updating item locations, and ensuring data accuracy. The Lead Technician is also responsible for training staff, reviewing work for quality and consistency, and maintaining detailed project documentation. Responsibilities: Supervise Library Technicians performing inventory management tasks Coordinate daily workflows related to retrieval, barcoding, catalog verification, and location updates Provide training and guidance to technicians on inventory procedures, barcoding, and preservation stabilization/re-housing methods Conduct quality control reviews of staff work to ensure accuracy and completeness Maintain detailed records of work completed and submit statistical reports as required Requirements Prior experience supervising or leading library staff in a technical services or inventory-related role Proficiency using an Integrated Library System (ILS) for catalog searching, record verification, and location management Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistency across high-volume, repetitive tasks Ability to train, motivate, and guide staff in accordance with established workflows and project goals Physical Requirements: Ability to perform physical tasks including standing, walking, bending, stretching, and reaching for extended periods Must be able to lift up to 44 pounds Must be able to push book trucks weighing up to 400 pounds Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long-Term Disability Training & Development EEO Statement The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Responsibilities

The Lead Technician supervises a team of Library Technicians to coordinate daily workflows for a large-scale inventory project. Key duties include overseeing retrieval, barcoding, and catalog verification while ensuring quality control and maintaining project documentation.