Library Technician II, USDB

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Salary – $18.00 - $19.00 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Melanie Butters | ***email_hidden*** | 385-460-8266

Application Deadline – 7/28/2026*

• This recruitment may close at any time once a sufficient number of applications have been received. We encourage candidates to submit their application as soon as possible to ensure consideration.

Key Responsibilities

The Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind (USDB) invites you to consider a rewarding employment opportunity with our agency that has variety built in! We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring Library Technician II who will not only process and handle library materials in our Educational Resource Center (ERC), but also, under the supervision of the ERC Library Program Coordinator, conduct weekly story time and approved Library Curriculum for students who are deaf/hard-of-hearing. The successful candidate will work primarily out of the Ogden Campus and travel to the other campuses periodically.

Roles And Responsibilities

As a Library Technician II, you:

• Plan, schedule, develop and present weekly story time programs, and educational enrichment events for deaf/hard-of-hearing students who fulfill the Library Media and Expanded Core Curriculum and/or the USDB mission.
• Work primarily at the circulation desk to assist patrons (teachers, staff, students, parents, and the general public) and fulfill their educational and informational needs.
• Check and shelve materials in the appropriate location.
• Provide ready reference, research, readers' advisory, and circulation services to patrons.
• Travel between the Ogden, Springville and Salt Lake campuses is required. Must be able and willing to drive as necessary.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements

The Ideal Candidate

• Must have the ability to plan and present storytimes in an engaging manner while communicating the story elements
• Must have the ability to apply principles, theories, practices and procedures of library science, MARC records, and the Dewey Decimal system, and the ability to work with the Destiny computer software system.
• Knowledge of libraries and utilization methods to include categorization and classification methods, procedures for processing materials, systems for storage and retrieval of books, documents, and materials, etc.
• Use reference indexes and information guides to catalog, file and retrieve library materials, and have knowledge of library materials housed in the ERC, and the collection.
• Deal with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
• Work independently and pay attention to detail
• Assemble, sort, and/or distribute documents, supplies, and/or materials/items
• Enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in either written or electronic forms
• Use automated software applications
• Have good customer service skills
• Prior experience working with deaf/hard-of-hearing children is preferred.

Supplemental Information

• Risks which require the use of special safety precautions and/or equipment, e.g., working around operating machines, working with contagious diseases or hazardous chemicals, etc.
• There are moderate physical requirements for this position such as the ability to stand, walk over rough surfaces, bend, crouch, stoop, stretch, reach, and lift moderately heavy items (up to 50 lbs.) in a recurring manner and/or for long periods of time.
• Travel between Ogden, Springville, and Salt Lake campuses to transport books, and equipment, and conduct weekly story time is required. Must be able and willing to drive as necessary. Valid driver license required to drive a motor vehicle on a highway in this state per UCA53-3-202(1)(a).
• This is a full-time, 12 month position.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check upon employment.

About The Role

Location –

742 Harrison Blvd.

Ogden, Utah, 84404

United States

Background Check Required – You must successfully pass a criminal history check.

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – AE - Employees of the State Board of Edu. This is a career service exempt at will position.

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.

The Agency

For more information about the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind, please click here .

EEO Statement

The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.