Library Specialist IV: Tech Services Manager

Salary : $44,294.76 Annually
Location : Midland, TX
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 2025-00570
Department: Library-Any Location
Opening Date: 12/09/2025

Summary
SUMMARY

Plans, coordinates, and supervises the cataloging and technical services of the library. Performs technical and clerical work in technical services, including cataloging, classification, and maintenance of the collection; assists and participates in the upgrading and maintenance of integrated library systems (ILS).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Supervises and schedules assigned library staff. Oversees and plans the work of library staff.
• Supervises, trains, and evaluates all staff assigned to section, and other personnel and volunteers as assigned. Reviews and resolves personnel problems within section as much as possible.
• Supervises and assists in maintaining the accuracy of the online catalog.
• Catalogs library items, adds, or deletes items to ILS.
• Electronically catalogs and classifies library books and other materials.
• Accesses and utilizes OCLC (Online Computer Library Center) database to search appropriate records, download records, remove holdings, maintaining accurate holdings.
• Trains and provides direction to tech services staff in the functions of the unit or other areas of specialty, such as book ordering, collection development, book repair, as assigned.
• Performs work following general library protocols and procedures. Plans and organizes workload effectively, with accuracy and attention to detail, according to library schedule or standard routines.
• Troubleshoots computer software and hardware problems in a Windows based environment. Maintains section's equipment (computer, printer, copier, typewriter, barcode duplicator) including troubleshooting and performing basic maintenance procedures as needed.
• Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times, streamline work processes, and work cooperatively and jointly to provide quality seamless customer service.

Qualifications, Education, and/or experience
QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Three to five years of progressively responsible library experience, and professional/practical library experience in public, academic or research library; or any equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Able to utilize traditional and new library systems

and techniques; knowledge of cataloging practices and procedures and knowledge of library automated systems.

Knowledge, Skills and/or ability
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
• Skilled in cataloging, classification, and library materials processing.
• Computer and library systems training and experience.
• Knowledge of standard library practices, procedures, and technologies.
• Willingness to learn new software programs as needed.
• Capable of learning new software programs and technologies as needed.
• Basic knowledge of standard office procedures and equipment.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability and willingness to display a high level of respect and professionalism in the workplace at all times.
• Self-motivated with solid organizational skills.
• Ability to exercise ethical decision making and good judgment.
• Ability and willingness to adapt to changing organizational needs, conditions, and work responsibilities, including flexibility to try new ideas and methods.
• Ability to multi-task, work within established deadlines, and prioritize daily workload.
• Ability to maintain confidential information and exercise considerable tact in the handling of sensitive matters.
• Ability and willingness to successfully complete any necessary training.
• Ability to transport self to off-site meetings, conferences, and trainings.
• Ability to perform all essential functions of the position.
• Ability to communicate with TLC and IT regarding updates.
HEALTH / DENTAL INSURANCE- Regular full-time employees are provided general medical, hospitalization, and dental insurance coverage. This is free to the employee if they take a yearly HRA and have negative Cotinine test yearly. Employees may obtain coverage under the group plan for family members at their own expense. All benefits have a waiting period of the first of the month following 30 days of hire. Prices for other insurance are listed

LONG TERM DISABILITY- Regular full-time employees working over 30 hours per week are eligible for long-term disability benefits. This benefit becomes effective on the 1st day of the month following six months of continuous employment with the county

CAFETERIA PLAN- All regular full-time employees are eligible to enroll in the supplemental insurance portion of the county cafeteria plan on the 91st day of employment, or annually during an enrollment period for the following plan year of January 1 through December 31. They will not be eligible for enrollment in the Flexible Spending Accounts for medical reimbursement and/or dependent care until the first annual enrollment for the plan year beginning after 1 full year of employment.

DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLANS- Midland County offers five deferred compensation plans. Enrollment in one of these plans can be done at any time after the 91st day of employment.

RETIREMENT PLAN- The county is a member of the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS). Regular employees are required to become members of TCDRS and are eligible for this benefit immediately upon employment. Employees automatically deposit 7% of their salary. Temporary employees are not eligible to become members of TCDRS. The county matches employee deposits by 200% and interest at retirement. An employee is vested after 8 years of service. An employee may retire with full benefits after 8 years of service and attainment of age 60, or after 30 years of service, or at the time the employee qualifies under the "Rule of 75". The "Rule of 75" is defined as when the employee's age combined with years of service (rounded down to whole years) equal to 75 or more.

DEATH BENEFIT PLANS- There are two (2) types of death benefit plans provided by Midland County to all employees who participate in the Texas County and District Retirement System.

1. SUPPLEMENTAL DEATH BENEFITS FUND-If an employee dies, his or her beneficiary will receive a lump sum payment equal to one year's compensation, based on the employee's most recent regular rate of pay for the employee's regular position.
2. SURVIVOR ANNUITY DEATH BENEFIT -To be eligible for this death benefit, the employee must be a participant in T.C.D.R.S. and must have completed at least four (4) years of service with Midland County

SOCIAL SECURITY- All employees of the county are covered by social security. The county also contributes to the social security system on behalf of each employee.

WORKERS' COMPENSATION-All employees of the county are covered by the workers' compensation insurance program, and the county pays the premium. This coverage provides medical and salary continuation payments to employees who receive bona fide, on-the-job, work-related injuries.

LEAVE TIME- Regular full-time county employees are eligible for holidays, vacation leave, sick leave, and other types of released time under certain circumstances.

FREE WELLNESS CLINIC- for anyone over the age 3 covered by Midland County's insurance.

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM

LONGEVITY PAY

1. YEARLY-Upon completion of one (1) year of service, each employee receives longevity pay. Longevity pay is paid at a rate of sixty dollars ($60.00) per year of service to the county. This longevity pay is pro-rated and paid on a pay period basis.

TELADOC SERVICES-as of 1/1/19 This service gives you access to a medical professional via the internet at no charge to the employee. To use this service you must be covered under the County medical plan and register with Teladoc.