Administrative Assistant to the Library

Oklahoma City Community College | Administrative Assistant to the Library

Administrative Assistant to the Library

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter and resume.

Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position.

For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

Posting Number	Staff_0403544
Classification Title	Staff
Working Title	Administrative Assistant to the Library
Datatel Position ID	LIBR5ADMASST1A
Annual Hours	2080
Placement Range	$15.83 - $16.62
Position Type	Regular
Job Category	Non-Exempt
General Description	The Administrative Assistant to the Library is responsible for all administrative functions of OCCC’s Keith Leftwich Memorial Library to ensure efficient operations as well as all material, supply and resource acquisitions, accounting of all library budgets and expenditures, budget reconciliation and the tracking of all license agreements and contracts. This position also works with internal departments (Human Resources, Purchasing, Budgeting and Finance, Facilities Management, Bookstore) as well as a multitude of outside vendors and distributors.
Reports To	Director of Library Services
What position(s) reports to this position?	None
Minimum Education/Experience	High School Diploma/GED Minimum (2) years work experience in an administrative office position
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities	Knowledge: Office/clerical functions Proficient in Microsoft Office applications or similar software, including creating and maintaining extensive spreadsheets. Skills: Positive communication and human relations skills Operating office equipment Accurate mathematical skills to monitor and reconcile budgets and daily transactions Accurate spelling, typing skills, and filing skills Abilities: Work independently Meet deadlines Follow directions Ability to work in a confidential and professional manner
Physical Demands/Working Conditions	PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS: The work is light work which requires the person in this position to occasionally exert up to 20 pounds of force to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. Additionally, the following physical abilities are required: This position requires the person to frequently move about the Library to assist and perform the essential functions of the position. This position requires the person to frequently communicate with and listen to students, administration, faculty, staff, and others to perform the essential functions of the position; must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations. This position frequently requires the person to operate a computer and other office equipment to perform the essential functions of the position. This position requires the person to frequently operate equipment that involves repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. This position requires the person to frequently remain in a standing and stationary position.This position requires the person to frequently position self to access materials that may be above head or at ground level. This position requires the person to judge, observe, and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations. Work is performed in a relatively safe and secure indoor, office setting. Works normal office hours; requires overtime, flexible hours, and/or weekend hours during peak periods.
Preferred Qualifications	Associates Degree Experience working in Higher Education
Required Training	Quarterly compliance training as assigned by institution
Work Hours	Monday-Friday, 8am to 5pm
Department	Libraries Administration
Job Open Date	09/22/2026
Job Close Date	10/09/2026
Open Until Filled	No
HR Contact	Rose Sanchez
Special Instructions to Applicants	Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: cover letter and resume. Applicants who do not attach the required documents will not be considered for the position. For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7542, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Job Duties

Job Duties (Position Specific)	To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
Job Duties (Duties Assignment Statement)	Office Administration Duties:Answer general inquiries made to the library office via phone and email. Maintain and organize the library office email account. Assist with daily inter-library loan operations by communicating with other libraries, submitting borrowing requests, and delivering or returning items. May assist with lending requests, as needed. Perform regular library building checks, submitting maintenance tickets as required. Coordinate library inventory to include computer equipment, furniture, shelving, etc. in compliance with State regulations. Maintain correspondence with outside vendors and agencies, as required. Maintain an organized system for electronic filing of vendor contracts, invoices, and other important documents, including the use of institutional accounts for contract maintenance. Contact vendors when services or repairs are needed for equipment such as copiers, printers, etc.Process incoming mail and deliver to appropriate areas. Compile and submit monthly statistical data. Maintain adequate supplies for the efficient operations of the library office and request monthly supplies needs for each department within the library. Attend and record minutes for monthly library staff meetings. Work with the Director of Library Services to develop and carry to completion projects relevant to the operations of the library office. Maintain knowledge of basic Circulation Desk tasks and procedures to provide coverage or building opening and closing support, as needed. Other duties as assigned. Budget and Purchasing Duties:Maintain a system for the efficient ordering of books, periodicals, films, and other materials. Maintain records of all materials and services ordered and received for all library accounts – materials, supplies, equipment, and contractual. Follow up with Purchasing on all items not received by requested delivery date. Verify accurate deliverables with placed orders and reconcile mistakes or inaccuracies. Monitor and maintain accurate records for the audit and oversight of all expenditures. Work with Director of Library Services and librarians to verify division specific resource renewals and to confirm accuracy on provided quotes and invoices. Initiate purchase order requests. Process the monthly reconciliation of PCard purchases. Work closely with the Director of Library Services in the development of each fiscal year budget and object code allocation to ensure adequate funds for each account. Compile statistics on purchases, such as total purchases, average price, and fund allocations and expenditures, as needed. Receive all invoices for library orders, review for accuracy, and resolve any problems arising regarding these transactions. Research vendors for the purchase of all materials, resources, supplies and equipment based on availability, discounts, fill rate and delivery dates in accordance with College and State procurement policies and procedures. Arrange and process conference registration and travel needs and maintain accurate travel records. Work with the Library Director to develop and carry to completion projects relevant library budgets and purchasing.
Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures)	Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures (http://www.occc.edu/policy/) Contributing to a safe educational & working environment is the responsibility of all College employees and is accomplished when employees: Adhere to established safety and health procedures and practices for the purpose of providing injury and illness prevention for self and others. Complete quarterly health and safety training pursuant to OCCC’s established safety and health procedures and practices. Participate in all applicable OCCC emergency, evacuation, shelter in place drills, and be prepared to take action and assist others in taking appropriate action should a health or safety emergency occur.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a high school diploma or GED?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Do you have 2 (two) years of work experience in an administrative office position?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Please briefly describe your work experience in an administrative office position.

   (Open Ended Question)

4. * Have you attached all required documents?
   • Yes
   • No

Required Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV

Optional Documents

1. Transcript
2. Other Document