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The City of Campbell announces an employment opportunity for:

Environmental Programs Specialist 

Open Date: Monday, September 16. 2019 

Closes: Friday, September 27, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

Salary: $6,316.27 - $7,678.67 per month

Environmental Programs Specialist:  Under general supervision, coordinates the implementation of current environmental initiatives and participates in planning efforts for future environmental initiatives; develops, implements, and manages the City’s environmental initiatives and produces reports for internal and external distribution; and does related work as required.

Typical Duties: Plans, organizes, and directs assigned programs and/or project activities related to sustainability, recycling, stormwater compliance and waste management, air quality, permitting, compliance, and enforcement, including functions such as:  contract management, monitoring; legislative advocacy and tracking; policy planning and development; technical and specialized research and analysis; program design and development; customer service and outreach; data collection and analysis; and presentation of technical and specialized data; conducts and participates in program outreach and education efforts and related activities; participates in the development and implementation of plans, programs, and activities to preserve environmental resources for public environmental protection; collects, monitors, analyzes, and evaluates environmental program data using a variety of statistical methods and techniques; may assign work activities, projects, and programs to appropriate staff; monitors work flow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; participates as a knowledgeable, cooperative, and supportive member responsible for assisting in developing and implementing departmental and program goals, objectives, policies, procedures, and activities, providing technical and specialized input to department efforts;  develops written plans and reports for a variety of environmental programs and initiatives, including sustainability, recycling, waste management, permitting, compliance, and enforcement; designs and develops a variety of materials and activities to promote, implement, and evaluate environmental programs in a manner that will enhance public awareness, educate citizens on relevant environmental issues, and encourage proactive and cooperative problem-solving activities. Manages the City’s recycling program, including leading efforts to improve processes, communication, and programs to increase landfill diversion rates; gathers, researches, organizes, and disseminates information; conducts surveys and studies and analyzes data used to develop recommendations and program changes; prepares and presents written reports and presentations to the City Council,  Commissions, advisory bodies, business organizations, schools, and neighborhood and community groups; develops and recommends policies to support City goals and ensures adherence to these goals, as well as federal and state regulations; increases knowledge base and learns new skills in a continuous effort to become a more productive team participant and subject matter expert; serves as the City’s primary point of contact for inquiries, requests, and concerns from the public;  researches and coordinates responses with appropriate City staff; researches and prepares submittals for grants; develops and implements activities and programs awarded by the grants; reviews and analyzes proposed legislation and regulatory issues; recommends appropriate course of City action; develops and advocates City’s position on legislation and/or regulatory issues; participates in the preparation of assigned program budget, assists in budget implementation, and tracks and monitors program budget; oversees, coordinates, and manages the work of consultants and contractors performing specialized and necessary work in environmental services; represents the City to outside agencies and organizations, professional, and industry groups and committees; provides specialized technical assistance and advice as necessary;  attends meetings with these organizations to help develop solutions to problems or issues of mutual concern; researches and prepares technical and administrative reports and presentations; provides supporting documentation which may include statistical and/or scientific analysis; prepares written correspondence and/or position papers upon request; builds and maintains positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, organizations and their representatives, and the general public, and exhibiting exceptional customer service and communication skills.

Ability to: Work independently and in a team setting; analyze data and prepare technical reports; interpret and evaluate technical information; understand laws, regulations, and codes; problem-solve technical issues; explain and interpret technical information; design and implement comprehensive environmental services programs; prepare and administer budgets; interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with State, Federal and local laws, rules, regulations, policies, and procedures; analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, anticipate possible consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals; establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; gain cooperation and agreement through discussion, persuasion, and negotiations; use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines; communicate effectively in person, over the telephone, and in writing; consistently demonstrate professionalism, ethical integrity, and exceptional customer service; must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various City and meeting sites; to read printed materials on a computer screen; and to hear and speak and communicate in person, before groups, and over the phone,  occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information; must possess ability to lift, carry, push, bend and pull materials and objects up to 50 pounds.

Knowledge of: Standard office practices and procedures, including the use of standard office equipment, basic record-keeping, arithmetic, and computer applications related to the work; principles, techniques, and methods required in marketing, promotions, and public and media relations; principles and practices of environmental science and services in specialized areas including, but not limited to sustainability, recycling, stormwater and waste management, air quality, permitting, compliance, and enforcement;  principles and practices of program and policy development and implementation; pertinent local, state and federal laws, rules, and regulations as they apply to designated and specialized areas of environmental services; budgeting procedures, techniques, and control; professional level writing techniques including; proper grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation; and principles and practices of scientific and statistical analysis.

Minimum Qualifications:  Education and Experience: Equivalent to Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies, Public Administration, or related field.  Two years increasingly responsible experience in environmental program development, coordination, and/or implementation. 

Possession of:  Valid California Driver’s License.

Application Process:

This recruitment will close on Friday,  September 27, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.  City employment applications may be obtained from the City of Campbell Human Resources Division, 70 N. First Street, Campbell, CA 95008; by visiting the City’s website at www.cityofcampbell.com/hr or at www.calopps.org.

Applications may not be emailed or faxed. Please do not substitute “see résumé” on the employment history section of the applications.  Résumés should be attached separately. A completed employment application and supplemental questionnaire must be received by the Human Resources Division by the closing date.

Testing Process: Following initial screening of applications and supplemental questions, those applicants with the most appropriate qualifications will be invited to continue in the selection process.

For questions regarding this recruitment, please call City of Campbell Human Resources at 408-866-2122 or email salinaf@cityofcampbell.com.

Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification and a Department of Justice (DOJ) fingerprint check. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.

Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Division upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Campbell is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

SUSTAINABILITY INTERN – CITY MANAGER’S DEPARTMENT

$20 - $30 per hour Depending on Qualifications

POSITION IS PART-TIME / NO BENEFITS

This is an ideal position for an undergraduate or preferably a graduate college student in environmental studies or public policy. The intern will assist the City in a providing more effective management and coordination of sustainability activities including alternative transportation and gain valuable experience in public service.

THE POSITION:
The position is part-time with flexible scheduling up to a maximum of 999 hours per fiscal year and no benefits are provided.  The Sustainability Intern receives direction and guidance from the Assistant City Manager in the City Manager’s office.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND ASSIGNMENTS:
Responsibilities include the administrative implementation of the Sustainable Foster City Plan including, but not limited to programs and initiatives in the Economic Development Strategic and the Climate Action Plans, respectively.

Work assignments:

• Preparing agendas, public notices and materials for meetings, public notices and materials for meetings, attending meetings with the Assistant City Manager and/or Management Analyst, and preparing minutes.
• Maintaining Sustainable Foster City ideas and proposals and writing reports.
• Researching best practices and what other communities are doing in the area of Environmental Sustainability and Economic Development.
• Gathering data and information regarding City Sustainable efforts, including environmental, economic, and transportation initiatives.
• Completing other related environmental sustainability work.
• Empower people to walk, bike, carpool or take transit rather than drive alone.
• Research commute alternatives for our employees.
• Share your ideas of how we can change the way people make transportation decisions
• Empowering community members to use resources more efficiently in regard to active and alternative transportation; and
• Researching creative solutions for our community that address the housing-transportation nexus

SCHEDULE AND HOURS:
Schedule can be flexible, but will include attendance at night meetings. For a student, it can be part-time during the school year and full-time in the summer or during school vacations. Total hours will be less than 1,000 per fiscal year.

JOB-RELATED QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge, skills and abilities:

Knowledge of: Use and applicability of personal and on-line computer systems and related software applications, including MS Office and web.

Skill in: Efficient operation of computer equipment, including Microsoft Office Suite; excellent customer service skills and the ability to produce well-written documents and reports.

Ability to: Understand and carry out verbal and written instructions; establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and community leaders. Research and possess knowledge or have experience in sustainable policies or practices.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING GUIDELINES:
College-level education; people skills; communication skills; research and computer skills; and a
knowledge of and interest in environmental sustainability would be highly desirable.  Demonstrated success in achieving sustained mode shift in transportation a plus.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, REGISTRATION:
Licenses: Possess valid California Drivers license with a good driving record.

HOW TO APPLY:
A City/District application is required for consideration. Submit applications online at www.calopps.org  or at the Human Resources Department, City of Foster City, 610 Foster City Blvd., Foster City, CA 94404.
 

SELECTION PROCEDURE:
The City Manager's Department will contact the most qualified candidates for an interview. The
candidate selected for this position must complete a fingerprint background check before starting
employment.

Sonoma County Library

Announces an Employment Opportunity

LIBRARY SPECIALIST – COLLECTION SERVICES-

ROHNERT PARK HEADQUARTERS - 32 HOURS PER WEEK – PART TIME

We are seeking a customer service driven professional to perform routine library work in materials support for Collection Services at Rohnert Park Headquarters.

THE POSITION:

Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position. The tentative schedule is Monday 8am-5pm, Tuesday-Friday 8am-2pm.

TYPICAL DUTIES include, but are not limited to:

• Maintains accurate and detailed records, verifies accuracy of information, researches discrepancies, and records information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Uses a computer and the Integrated Library System (ILS) to enter and retrieve information, record statistics, perform basic circulation functions, to locate library materials and/or to route processed materials to appropriate branches.
• Processes incoming and outgoing Interlibrary Loan material.
• Receives and opens Interlibrary Loan materials from other library systems in the mail; processes for distribution to branches.
• Processes returns of Interlibrary Loan material from branches and from other library systems
• Processes and packages library materials to mail to other library systems.
• Sorts mail; distributes mail; uses postage machine to print postage and prepare outgoing mail.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade and two (2) years of library, customer service, clerical or office support work experience.  An Associate’s degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university can substitute for the required experience. 

 DESIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Close attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while following established procedures

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Incumbent will perform repetitive arm/hand movements using a keyboard and mouse, and will grasp/handle materials that weigh up to and occasionally more than 25 pounds. Incumbent will push wheeled carts weighing up to or occasionally more than 100 pounds.

SALARY RANGE:   $22.83/hour to $28.52/hour plus prorated benefits

CLOSING DATE:    5:00 pm, Friday, October 4, 2019

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Please go to https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library to apply. Applications must be complete and submitted by the final filing date in order to be considered. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. Resumes will not substitute for a completed application.

The application process may contain one or more of the following steps: a supplemental application,

written test(s), skills assessment(s), and/or oral examination(s).

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION: Sonoma County Library will make reasonable accommodations in the recruitment process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you are invited to participate in an examination or interview and have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 545-0831 extension 1591 or dkatzung@sonomalibrary.org as soon as possible to make arrangements for your accommodation. Requesting accommodations at least 3 working/business days before the scheduled event will help to ensure availability. For further information regarding disability accommodations provided by the Library and related matters, see the Library’s website at https://sonomalibrary.org/accessibility.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION:

Employment offers will be contingent upon a successful pre-employment verification/criminal records clearance. Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment.

The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future positions as they occur during the active status of the list.

The Sonoma County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

LIBRARY SPECIALIST

                                                                                     Represented

Provides excellent customer service, performs a variety of clerical and technical library work related to materials support, circulation activities, and direct customer service within the Public Services Division; performs basic activities in acquisitions and processing, cataloging, and/or inter-library loan within the Collection Services Division according to defined procedures; and performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

This class works under general supervision, by a Supervising Library Specialist, Branch Manager, or other Librarian classification, wherein the assigned duties require the exercise of judgment or choice among pre-established actions, sometimes without clear precedents, but with concern for the consequences of the action. The employee may or may not work in close proximity to his/her supervisor. At the Public Services level, the employee may provide branch specific assistance to volunteers, Library Aides, and other inexperienced staff. At the Collection Services level, the employee may provide work direction and assistance to volunteers, Library Aides and other inexperienced staff in specific area of function.

Class Characteristics          

This is the journey-level materials support and customer service class in the clerical and technical library support series, assigned responsibility for the full range of circulation or collection services activities, including direct patron support and routine ordering, receiving, cataloging, and processing tasks.  Incumbents advise patrons of library policies, procedures, and services, resolve customer issues within established policies, and provide basic technological and reference support to customers.  Responsibilities also include assisting and training patrons on self-service equipment, answering routine directional and informational questions, and referring the more difficult technical or involved questions to appropriate paraprofessional or professional library staff. 

At this level, incumbents work independently within identified parameters and resolve problems of diverse scope where analysis requires evaluation of identifiable factors.  Maintaining confidentiality and security of patron accounts is an important part of the position.  Performance expectations include the application of broad job knowledge in performance of the full range of responsibilities within the classification.  This classification also performs shelving work and incumbents may provide general administrative and clerical support as needed.

Examples of typical JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

All Assigned Areas:

• Maintains accurate and detailed records, verifies accuracy of information, researches discrepancies, and records information.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Public Services Assignments:

• Uses a computer to enter and retrieve information, locate library materials, and charge and discharge materials.
• Registers patrons, enters patron information into library database, and issues new and replacement library cards; updates patron records and accounts.
• Answers patron questions about library accounts; resolves patron account issues and circulation problems such as partial returns, claims returned, and damaged and lost items
• Informs patron of and advises patrons on library policies, procedures, operations and services in person and over the telephone; interprets circulation policies and procedures to the public
• Demonstrates and provides basic assistance in using library technology equipment including self-service checkout machines, public computers, copy machines and microfilm readers; refers more technically advanced questions and demonstrations to appropriate staff
• Provides assistance to patrons by answering basic questions about the location of general sections of the library collection; refers patrons to the appropriate library staff, desks and departments
• May provide basic reference (i.e. informational and directional) in person or on the telephone using the online catalog, library databases, and other immediately available resources to assist in the location of specific items
• Levies and collects fines and payments for lost, damaged and overdue materials; may waive fines and fees to a certain amount, and refers fine waiver questions and requests for larger amounts to a supervisor or manager.
• Carries out hold list responsibilities, fills hold requests; searches shelves for holds, scans items into the automated computer system and prints hold slips; maintains hold shelves.
• Carries out other responsibilities pertinent to computer generated reports and searches, including searches for trace, missing and lost items.
• Balances cash drawers and vending machine monies, and prepares deposits for the Budget and Finance Department.
• Retrieves, gathers, checks in, and organizes, sorts, routes and shelves materials
• May collect, receive, and process returned materials using a sorting machine.
• Ensures library material is in proper order and appearance (e.g. shelf facing).
• Sorts book and media delivered from other locations according to their branch stickers or patron hold/request slips; prepares materials for delivery to other branches and library systems.
• Keeps library premises clean and in good order, collects loose books and materials, and performs item counting and sorting.
• Keeps magazines, periodicals, newspapers, telephone books, and other materials current and available for the public
• Refers more professionally advanced reference questions to appropriate library staff.
• Searches for and corrects sorting errors on bookshelves; relocates library materials as required
• Notifies management and/or security of issues related to public and/or safety.
• Cleans, mends, and repairs library materials according to effective conservation techniques within branch parameters; replaces bar codes, radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags and other identification as necessary.
• Orders supplies, distributes mail and prepares outgoing mail.
• May perform minor and routine maintenance on copy machines or computers.
• Maintains and processes various files, records, and reports; may perform other clerical and general office support tasks.

Collection Services Assignments – All:

• Uses a computer and the Integrated Library System (ILS) to enter and retrieve information, record statistics, perform basic circulation functions, to locate library materials and/or to route processed materials to appropriate branches.
• Applies and encodes radio-frequency identification (RFID) tags.
• Accurately prints and applies bibliographic labels and spine labels.

• Processes new and current books, materials, periodicals, and gifts.
• Prepares materials for placement into circulation by covering books, applying appropriate labels, stickers, and other identifying materials.
• May be assigned to staff the Reception Desk at Library Headquarters; greets and directs visitors, monitors the public entrance of Headquarters; answers and transfers incoming phone calls to administration.

Acquisitions Assignments:

• Places orders for new books and materials in all formats; creates purchase orders in the Integrated Library System (ILS); receives and enters invoices into ILS; files invoices.
• Receives and organizes shipments of library materials; opens boxes and unpacks contents; verifies that contents of shipment match packing slip; inspects condition of materials.
• Communicates with external vendors; reports shortages, damaged items and other discrepancies to the appropriate vendor.
• Places orders for departmental supplies; distributes supplies to vendors and branches as needed.
• Manages Book Club inventory for the system; compiles annual calendar of book discussion group meetings; distributes books to branches.
• Oversees inventory, distribution to branches, and restocking of community resources.
• Opens, organizes and date stamps magazines, newspapers and microfilm received in the mail; review periodicals for damage and requests replacement issues from vendor; checks in periodical issues in the ILS; prints and applies periodical labels and barcodes; makes changes to serial control records and prediction patterns as needed; distributes periodicals to branches.

Cataloging Assignments:

• Accurately performs copy cataloging; searches for and verifies the correct catalog entry; edits catalog records according to local procedures; verifies call numbers according to established standards and guidelines.
• Reviews vendor-provided MARC records for accuracy; makes corrections as needed; maintains accurate bibliographic records and call numbers.
• Sorts and distributes incoming materials to the appropriate department.
• Prepares material from special collections for mending, binding, archival housing, and processing based on current standards and techniques for preservation and conservation; operates bindery machine.
• Monitors Cataloging email account for change requests, corrections, inquiries, and potential projects; makes changes and corrections; updates information when making reassignments and changes in the ILS; interfaces with all branches and levels of staff regarding cataloging changes.
• Participates and assists with one-time special projects such as retrospective call number changes, relabeling projects, and preparing, linking and uploading records for digital collections.

Interlibrary Loan Assignments:

• Processes incoming and outgoing Interlibrary Loan material.
• Receives and opens Interlibrary Loan materials from other library systems in the mail; processes for distribution to branches.
• Processes returns of Interlibrary Loan material from branches and from other library systems
• Processes and packages library materials to mail to other library systems.
• Sorts mail; distributes mail; uses postage machine to print postage and prepare outgoing mail.

Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Core library operating principles, including confidentiality of customer information, freedom of information, and intellectual freedom.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors and Library staff.

• Alphabetic and numeric systems for classifying and organizing library materials.
• Standard library practices and procedures including circulation.
• Applications of automated library systems.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of effectively dealing with the public and public relations.

• Library classification, cataloging, and bibliographic terminology.

• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.

• Basic record keeping principles and procedures.
• Basic principles and practices of data collection and report preparation.
• Basic arithmetic principles and cash handling.
• Modern office practices, methods and computer equipment.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Basic training principles.

Ability to:

• Maintain accurate logs, records, and basic written records of work performed.
• Inspect the work of staff and volunteers; maintain established quality control standards; train staff in proper work procedures within defined guidelines.
• Identify and implement effective course of action to complete assigned work.

• Follow department policies and procedures related to assigned duties.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.

• Operate modern office equipment including computer equipment and specialized library services software applications programs.

• Organize own work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.

• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth (12th) grade and two (2) years of library, customer service, clerical or office support work experience.  An Associate’s degree, or higher, from an accredited college or university can substitute for the required experience. 

Licenses and Certifications:

None.

Physical Demands

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.  This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to retrieve and shelve materials.  Employees may be required to either sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.  Incumbents must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items, storage containers, and shelving units weighing an average of 20 pounds, and up to 50 pounds of weight, in order to move materials from one place to another, with the aid of lifting/moving equipment.

Environmental Elements

Employees primarily work in an office/library environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.  Employees in assignments providing direct assistance to the public can expect to have rare, occasional, or frequent interaction with abrasive, disruptive, and/or disorderly members of the community. 

WORKING CONDITIONS

May be required to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.

Sonoma County Library

Announces an Employment Opportunity

LIBRARY ASSOCIATE – COLLECTION SERVICES-

ROHNERT PARK HEADQUARTERS - 20 HOURS PER WEEK – PART-TIME

THE POSITION:

Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position.

Under general supervision, this part-time position performs a wide range of library duties as required in Collection Services at the Rohnert Park Headquarters. The tentative schedule is Monday-Friday 8am- 12pm.

TYPICAL TASKS include, but are not limited to:

• Uses a computer to enter and retrieve information, locate library materials and charge and discharge materials; receives and processes requests and holds.
• Receives inter-library loan requests; searches relevant database systems; confirms orders; upon receipt, verifies order and forwards item to patron; follows up on items to ensure a timely return to originating library.
• Responds to suggestions, requests, or concerns from library users or community members.
• Compiles library activity reports and statistics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university; and two (2) years of work experience in library services.

KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES:

Knowledge of:

• Principles and techniques used in bibliographic research.
• Library services and available resources.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices and technology, including personal computer hardware and software applications related to the work.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Library staff.

Ability to:

• Use computer and other technology, including software, hardware, and the Internet sufficient to be able to assist customers, conduct research, prepare reports, and use email and other communications technologies.
• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.

SALARY RANGE:                $25.21/hour to $31.49/hour plus prorated benefits

CLOSING DATE:                  5:00 p.m., Thursday, October 3, 2019   

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Please go to https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library to apply.  Applications must be complete and submitted by the final filing date in order to be considered.  Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. Resumes will not substitute for a completed application. Please attach transcript document(s).

The application process may contain one or more of the following steps: a supplemental application, written test(s), skills assessment(s), and/or oral examination(s). 

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION: Sonoma County Library will make reasonable accommodations in the recruitment process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you are invited to participate in an examination or interview and have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 545-0831 extension 1591 or dkatzung@sonomalibrary.org as soon as possible to make arrangements for your accommodation. Requesting accommodations at least 3 working/business days before the scheduled event will help to ensure availability. For further information regarding disability accommodations provided by the Library and related matters, see the Library’s website at https://sonomalibrary.org/accessibility.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION:

Employment offers will be contingent upon a successful pre-employment verification/criminal records clearance. Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment.

The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future positions as they occur during the active status of the list.

The Sonoma County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

LIBRARY ASSOCIATE    

Under general supervision, provides excellent customer service, performs a variety of paraprofessional duties that follow established procedures and involve a variety of library support services such as reference, readers’ advisory, and collection maintenance and management; provides direct patron support through instruction and aid in the use of library resources; provides supplemental circulation services; may be assigned as the Person-in-Charge in the absence of higher-level Library staff; and performs related duties as required.

Receives general supervision from a Central Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or other management or supervisory staff.  May provide work direction, training, and functional supervision to clerical or technical staff and/or volunteers.

Class Characteristics

This is the journey-level class in the Library Associate series, functioning as support staff to a Branch Manager or Librarian by assisting patrons with reference questions and readers’ advisory.  Direct customer service is further provided through instruction and aid in the use of library resources including the catalog, databases, and equipment, as well as through supplemental circulation services as needed.  Incumbents participate in managing the collection through assisting in ordering activities.  Employees in this classification also regularly assist with collection maintenance by determining condition of materials and mending, discarding, or labeling as needed.  Participation in shelf maintenance activities including shelving, arranging, and weeding is also common.  At this level incumbents work independently within identified parameters and resolve problems of diverse scope where analysis requires evaluation of identifiable factors.  Performance expectations include the application of broad job knowledge in performance of the full range of responsibilities within the classification.  This class is distinguished from the Senior Library Associate class in that the latter performs a variety of complex paraprofessional library support duties of a specialized nature, provides lead direction, or may be assigned responsibility for the administration of a Special Collection or oversight of a Rural Station.

Examples of typical JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Receives and responds to questions from patrons concerning resources; answers reference questions from patrons or directs more difficult reference questions to appropriate Librarian.
• Advises patrons of library policies, procedures, and services in person and over the telephone.
• Uses the online catalog and other resources to assist patrons in locating and selecting books and reference materials; instructs patrons in the use of library equipment and resources including the Internet; conducts subject searches.
• Uses a computer to enter and retrieve information, locate library materials and charge and discharge materials; receives and processes requests and holds.
• May suggest selection of books and materials for purchase; assists in resource allocation and budget tracking. 
• May perform material ordering and bibliographic support for particular collections which includes assisting in compiling booklists and pathfinders; compiling orders from buyer’s lists and librarian selections and answering reference questions in the area of a specialty.
• Receives inter-library loan requests; searches relevant database systems; confirms orders; upon receipt, verifies order and forwards item to patron; follows up on items to ensure a timely return to originating library.
• Maintains shelf order including the shelving, arranging, and weeding of books and materials.
• Collects and accounts for fees and fines and makes deposits as necessary; keeps library records; may prepare cash reconciliations; may prepare related documentation.
• Assists the Central Branch Manager, Branch Managers, and Librarians with various administrative tasks and programs.
• May be scheduled as Person-in-Charge in the absence of higher-level Library staff.
• Responds to suggestions, requests, or concerns from library users or community members.
• Compiles library activity reports and statistics.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of paraprofessional library work, including library reference, readers’ advisory, and other library services.
• Principles, techniques, and procedures in cataloging, indexing, classifying, and organizing library materials.
• Principles, practices and techniques of public relations, community outreach, and service promotion.
• Principles and techniques used in bibliographic research.
• Library services and available resources.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices and technology, including personal computer hardware and software applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Library staff.

Ability to:

• Perform paraprofessional and basic professional library tasks as assigned including reference, readers’ advisory, collection management, and cataloging.
• Advise patrons on the use of library resources, equipment and facilities.
• Organize own work and the work of others, set priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Interpret, explain, and apply all relevant Library policies and procedures, and applicable Federal and State laws, codes, and regulations.
• Explain policies and procedures to patrons.
• Use computer and other technology, including software, hardware, and the Internet sufficient to be able to assist customers, conduct research, prepare reports, and use email and other communications technologies.
• React tactfully and diplomatically during interactions with staff, the public, community groups while appropriately adhering to and enforcing sound library policies, procedures, and practices.
• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university; and two (2) years of work experience in library services.

Licenses and Certifications:

None.

Physical Demands

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.  This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Positions in this classification frequently bend, stoop, kneel, and reach to retrieve and shelve materials.  Incumbents must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull items, storage containers, and shelving units weighing an average of 20 pounds, and up to 50 pounds of weight, in order to move materials from one place to another, with the aid of lifting/moving equipment.

Environmental Elements

Employees primarily work in an office/library environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.  Employees in assignments providing direct assistance to the public can expect to have rare, occasional, or frequent interaction with abrasive, disruptive, and/or disorderly members of the community. 

May be required to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.

FINAL DATE FOR FILING: September 30, 2019.

THE POSITION

Do you want to be a part of an award-winning team and work with amazing people? Are you someone who can make a difference through diverse outreach, helping create a literate and informed community, provide amazing customer service, and participate in exciting programming? If you answered "yes," consider meeting us and joining our team!

Apply for a Community Program Specialist position with San Mateo County Libraries (SMCL) and join us in igniting growth through transformative experiences!
 
San Mateo County Libraries are an invaluable community resource, an amazing family, a springboard for opportunities, and our staff are what makes it so special. We're champions of learning, sharing, and exploration of open minds, new ideas, and bright futures. It's our mission and our passion to strengthen our community by creating an inclusive sense of place and an environment for learning. We seek enthusiastic team players, creative risk takers, and flexible individuals who proactively search for new opportunities to make public library services relevant to all members of the community.

The eligible list generated by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies throughout San Mateo County Libraries, which includes locations in Atherton, Brisbane, Belmont, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, East Palo Alto, Portola Valley, Millbrae, Woodside, Pacifica, and San Carlos, as well as our administrative offices in San Mateo. The current vacancy is subject to change but is expected to be filled in the Community Learning program, which includes Adult Literacy. Successful candidates will be excited about new challenges, eager to learn, and energized by working with people from a variety of backgrounds. We respect, value, and celebrate diversity, and bilingual skills are always a plus.
 
The ideal candidate will have the ability to:

• Visualize, adapt, and deliver non-traditional and innovative services that benefit the needs of the community.
• Maintain current and develop new programs that support adult learners, with a particular focus on critical skills and knowledge, including but not limited to English as a Second Language (ESL), literacy, citizenship and workforce development.
• Identify and implement research-based methods, practices, techniques and pedagogy that help adult learners succeed.
• Recruit, train, manage, and retain volunteers to support Community Learning programs.
• Provide training and support for library staff working in program areas.
• Collect and maintain program records and statistics and create reports, as needed.
• Establish cooperative working relationships with community services providers, program participants, volunteers, and co-workers.
• Plan, schedule, coordinate, and carry out programming, workshops, classes, and at special events, along with outreach activities to community groups and agencies, ranging from tabling to public speaking.
• Use technology as a tool, staying on top of new technology trends that support program areas.
• Work in a collaborative teamwork setting and inspire fun in the workplace.
• Take initiative and work independently and with others.
• Provide excellent customer service to patrons of any age in a busy public library.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Because of the diversity of the communities we serve, bilingual language skills are preferred for this position, but not required. Specifically, we seek applicants with the ability to read, write and speak fluently in both English and Spanish, and/or in both English and Chinese (Cantonese and/or Mandarin).

SAN MATEO COUNTY LIBRARIES
The San Mateo County Libraries is a Joint Powers Authority comprised of the cities of Atherton, Belmont, Brisbane, East Palo Alto, Foster City, Half Moon Bay, Millbrae, Pacifica, Portola Valley, San Carlos, Woodside and the unincorporated areas of San Mateo County. SMCL is a high performing organization. Named a four-star library by Library Journal for the eighth consecutive year, SMCL ranked 2nd in California among similar peer libraries. SMCL is committed to providing quality public service. To achieve this, we value diversity among staff and encourage each employee to take personal responsibility and make individual contributions.  In addition to a broad range of digital content and services the Library includes twelve community libraries, bookmobile service and a literacy program. Serving a population of 270,000 residents, SMCL circulated over 3.4 million items to 2.2 million visitors last year. For more information about San Mateo County Libraries, please visit www.smcl.org.

NOTE: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, term, unclassified, and regular classified vacancies.
 

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience: Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to qualify is:
 

 
Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and administrative requirements of the program to which assigned.
• Contemporary social, political and economic trends and problems related to community services.
• Principles of social planning and program development related to community services.
• Specialized technical knowledge related to assigned program area.
• Monitoring and evaluating systems for community services programs.
• Formulation and function of community and volunteer organizations.
• Current social and community needs.
• Principles and practices in community development and services planning.
• Methods applied to the collection and evaluation of statistical data.
• Principles of community organization.
• Applicable federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations and County and program policies and guidelines.
• Computer applications related to the work.
• Office administrative practices and procedures, including records management and the operation of standard office equipment. 

Skill/Ability to:

• Make independent judgments and work independently.
• Prepare concise reports and recommendations.
• Communicate effectively in writing and orally.
• Coordinate multiple facets of a program function.
• Interpret rules, regulations and guidelines at all government levels.
• Compile, analyze and interpret data using statistical and research techniques.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with members of other departments and diverse community groups.
• Plan, organize, promote and coordinate diverse community program activities.

APPLICATION/EXAMINATION
Open and Promotional. Anyone may apply. Current County of San Mateo and County of San Mateo Superior Court of California employees with at least six months (1040 hours) of continuous service in a classified regular, probationary, SEIU or AFSCME represented extra-help/term position prior to the final filing date will receive five points added to their final passing score on this examination. 

The examination process will consist of an application screening based on the candidates' application and responses to the supplemental questions (weight: pass/fail). Candidates who pass the application screening may be invited to a panel interview (weight:100%). Depending on the number of applicants, an application appraisal of education and experience may be used in place of other examinations or further evaluation of work experience may be conducted to group applicants by level of qualification. Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. All examinations will be given in San Mateo County, California and applicants must participate at their own expense.

IMPORTANT: Applications for this position will only be accepted online. If you are currently on the County's website, you may click the "Apply" button. If you are not on the County's website, please go to https://jobs.smcgov.org  to apply. Responses to the supplemental questions must be submitted in addition to our regular employment application form. A resume will not be accepted as a substitute for the required employment application and supplemental questionnaire.
 
~ RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE ~
Final Filing Date: September 30, 2019 at 11:59PM
Application Screening: Week of October 7 - October 10, 2019
Civil Service Panel Interview: October 28, 29 and/or 30, 2019
Departmental Interview (if necessary): November 13, 2019

 
Analyst: Ximena Burns (090619) (Community Program Specialist I/II - G226/G227)

Keyword: library, community, outreach, adult learning, adult literacy, bilingual, Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese

The City of Burlingame is accepting applications for the position of Librarian I/II (Teen/Children's)

Our diverse family of employees welcomes you to apply. We are a small city that gets a lot done, and each member of our team is vital to our success as an organization.

We recently asked our employees what they enjoyed most about working for the City of Burlingame, and their responses fell into five general categories:

• Colleagues
• Community
• Location
• The Work
• The Benefits

Browse the Burlingame Welcome Brochure for more information about why employees love  working here or view our City of Burlingame is a Great Place to Work Video: 

Welcome Brochure 

City of Burlingame is a Great Place to Work Video

For more detailed information regarding the minimum qualifications and essential functions of the position, please review the Librarian I/II job description.

The City of Sunnyvale is seeking to fill the position of Career Advisor with the NOVA Workforce Services Department. Hosted by the City of Sunnyvale, NOVA provides grant-funded workforce development services to job seekers and businesses in northern Santa Clara County and in San Mateo County.

The Career Advisor supports individuals in all aspects of the job search process including assessing their needs, setting goals, developing a job search plan and strategy and providing encouragement. They also facilitate a variety of job search workshops to prepare customers for employment. 

The ideal candidate will have experience identifying the specific needs of individual job seekers and providing guidance through all stages of the job search process: defining career focus, developing marketing materials, implementing job search strategies, and preparing for interviews. Candidates must be skilled in facilitating one-on-one advising appointments as well as group services. Candidates are expected to have a thorough knowledge of the local labor market.  This is an opportunity to make a difference in someone's career journey by providing support, guidance, and concrete strategies that result in employment for our customers.

The City of Glendora is recruiting for an exciting new position in the Human Resources Division of the Administrative Services Department. This position will provide direct, hands on oversight of the Human Resources team. The ideal candidate has proven labor negotiation skills, has implemented a wide array of policies and can effectively evaluate processes and recommend updating efficiencies. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic Human Resources professional to provide guidance and mentorship to an eager and talented team while striving to achieve City goals. If the idea of integrating modern ideas with demonstrated Human Resources practices excites you, we invite your application!

Under general direction, plans, directs, manages, and oversees the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources Division including supervision of staff, recruitments, labor relations, employee benefits, policy development and implementation; provides responsible and complex administrative support to the Administrative Services Director; coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside agencies; performs related duties as required.

Some of the typical duties of the Assistant Director-Human Resources include but are not limited to, the following:

• Assists the Director in managing the Human Resources Division activities including; labor negotiations; contracts management and negotiations, personnel issues, recruitment and selection processes, training and orientation programs, administration of City’s classification, job evaluation and performance appraisal systems.

• Participates in managing the development and implementation of division goals, objectives and priorities for each assigned service area; recommends and administers policies and procedures; and manages division budget.

• Participates in establishing appropriate service and staffing levels; monitors and evaluates the efficiency and effectiveness of service delivery methods and procedures; identifies opportunities for improvement; directs and implements change, allocates resources accordingly.

• Selects, trains, motivates and evaluates Human Resources personnel; provides or coordinates staff training and development programs; works with employees to correct deficiencies; participates in the implementation of discipline and termination procedures.

• Plans and directs administration of City’s benefits programs; negotiate for contracted benefits including but not limited to; medical, dental, life insurance, LTD and other related coverages.

• Directs the preparation and maintenance of personnel records and reports, appraisal database and employee evaluation programs, oversees administration of personnel rules and any other publications on employee working conditions and benefits.

• Assists in administering employee disciplinary policies and procedures including providing guidance to staff, administering formal procedures and responses to personnel complaints and grievances.

• Assists in monitoring and evaluating legislative, regulatory, and other governing body rulemaking changes that may have an impact on City personnel matters.

• Serves as a Human Resources liaison with other divisions, departments, and outside agencies; negotiates and resolves sensitive and controversial issues. Explains Division programs, policies and activities.

• Participates in various task forces and project groups; participates in feasibility studies.

• Provides staff assistance to the Director; prepares and presents agenda reports and other necessary correspondence; conducts a variety of organizational studies, investigations, and operational studies; recommends modifications to division programs, policies and procedures as appropriate.

• Represents Human Resources division to other departments, elected officials, and outside agencies; coordinates assigned activities with those of other departments and outside agencies and organizations.

• Attends and participates in professional group meetings; maintains awareness of new trends and developments in the Human Resources field; incorporates new developments as appropriate.

• Serves on the management team and/or conducts labor negotiations in the City labor relations process; implements and monitors Memoranda of Understanding; counsels and advises on a range of labor-management problems.  

• Monitors and assists in managing the City’s risk management program as requested by the Director, which includes the City’s Workers’ Compensation program including correspondence with third part administrator, coordination of workplace safety and recommendations of programs.

For a complete job description, applicants may go to the City’s website at cityofglendora.org  or contact the Human Resources Department.

QUALIFICATIONS GUIDELINES

Education and/or Experience:

Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with major work in Public Administration, Business Administration or a closely related field and five years of progressively responsible experience and demonstrated leadership with broad responsibilities for human resources functions including recruitment, training, classification and compensation analysis, labor relations and worker’s compensation.

Knowledge and Skill Levels:

Thorough knowledge of modern principles, practices and procedures of human resources administration, including labor relations, affirmative action, classification and compensation, recruitment, selection, performance evaluation and training; Federal and State laws, regulations and administrative rules as the relate to human resource management, workers' compensation; fiscal planning and budget allocation techniques; claims processing, adjusting and reporting techniques; office management and recordkeeping principles, methods and procedures; statistical, research and survey methods and techniques, principles and practices of supervision, training and budget administration; labor relations laws, practices and procedures; computers and computer applications; report writing methods and techniques.

Selection Process:

All applications will be reviewed and evaluated.  Those candidates who are determined to be best qualified based upon the information presented on the application materials will be invited to continue in the selection process which may include a qualifying written or performance evaluation and will include an interview weighted 100%.

CLOSING DATE: FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 27, 2019 at 4:00 PM

INTERVIEWS:  TENTATIVELY SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 3, 2019

A completed online employment application is required and must be submitted at www.calopps.org. Incomplete, late, emailed, faxed, and hard copy applications are not accepted. Resumes are not considered in lieu of the required employment application available at CalOpps. Certificates, resumes, and cover letters must be uploaded with your application on the CalOpps website.  The City of Glendora is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  The City does not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, religion, national origin, marital status, medical condition or disability.  Please notify the Human Resources Department in advance if you require special accommodations to participate in any phase of the selection process.

Sonoma County Library

Announces an Employment Opportunity

LIBRARIAN I or II, CHILDREN’S SERVICES – BILINGUAL (ENGLISH/SPANISH)

ROSELAND- 40 HOURS PER WEEK – FULL TIME

We are seeking a bilingual customer service driven library professional for our full-time Children’s Services Librarian position at the Roseland Community Library. The ideal candidate will have strong outreach, technical, and training skills and be willing to work in a sometimes fast paced and often vibrant “all ages” environment. Share your talents and abilities while utilizing your librarian skills for community partnerships, basic to advanced computer training and downloadable Audio and eBook device help for the public. Spanish Bilingual skills required.

The new location for the Roseland Community Library is scheduled to open in January 2020. New hires will be participating in training activities at various branches in the area, including the Central Santa Rosa Library and the current Roseland Community Library, prior to moving to the new location. Please visit https://sonomalibrary.org/locations/roseland-community-library/about-roseland-community-library  to learn more about this exciting change! 

Tentative Testing: week of October 7th & Tentative Interviews- week of October 21st or 28th.

THE POSITION:

Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position. Please complete the required supplemental questionnaire.

Under general supervision, this full-time, benefitted position provides excellent customer service while performing a variety of professional children’s library services, including reference, reader’s advisory, collection development, event planning, outreach, digital literacy training for the public, and performs related work as assigned.

TYPICAL TASKS include, but are not limited to:

•           Provides general reference and reader’s advisory services

•           Explains library policies and procedures to patrons and staff

•           Assists, advises and instructs patrons on the use of library materials and equipment, including automated catalogs, the Internet, various software, eBooks and audio book reading and listening devices and digital literacy in general

•           Conducts reference searches using a variety of database, online, and other search techniques

•           Helps to maintain and select the addition of books, reference materials, CD’s, DVD’s, electronic media, and other library materials

•           Assists at the Circulation Desk when needed.

•           Assists in and/or directs the preparation of exhibits and the organization and presentation of a variety of programs and events, as well as forming community partnerships for co-events

•           Leads book discussion groups

•           Promotes the Library out in the community, at schools, and events, and provides written outreach through community publications as well as press releases and other promotions; may represent the Library in meetings with the community or special interest groups

•           Helps to maintain social media connectivity to the library public.

•           Works collaboratively with staff, the community and special interest groups.

•           The Librarian II performs all of these tasks but at a more difficult, higher level. May serve as

Person-in-Charge when Branch Manager is absent.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), Master of Library Science (MLS), or Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS) degree from an accredited college or university. The Librarian II requires two years of appropriate professional experience working a children’s librarian, preferably in a public library. Must have a valid California driver’s license. Spanish bilingual skills preferred.

SALARY RANGES:             Librarian I -   $29.95 - $37.42/hour

                                            Librarian II - $31.46 - $39.31/hour

CLOSING DATE:                5:00 pm, Friday, September 27, 2019

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Please go to https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library to apply.  Applications must be complete and submitted by the final filing date in order to be considered.  Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. Resumes will not substitute for a completed application.

The application process may contain one or more of the following steps: a supplemental application, written test(s), skills assessment(s), and/or oral examination(s). 

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION:

Employment offers will be contingent upon a successful pre-employment verification/criminal records clearance. Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment.

The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future positions as they occur during the active status of the list.

The Sonoma County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    OCTOBER 2015

                FLSA: EXEMPT

                                                                                   LIBRARIAN I

                                                                                    Represented

Under direct to general supervision, provides excellent customer service, performs a variety of professional Library services in assigned areas such as adult services, children’s services, youth services, and outreach programs; provides technical and/or direct library services to the community and contributes to the development of programs and services for target audiences, reference, collection development, and/or original cataloging; assists with the identification of current community needs and the projection of future needs; and performs related work as required.

Receives direct to general supervision from a Division Manager, Central Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or other management staff.  May provide technical direction and training to technical and paraprofessional staff and volunteers.

This is the entry-level class in the professional Librarian series and is designed to provide incumbents with the experience and training necessary to plan, organize, and provide library program services at the journey level with a minimum of supervision.  Work may involve assignments in any library service area that requires the application of fundamental library science principles and practices including children’s services, young adult services, adult services, reference, collection development, or cataloging.  Assignments are typically limited in scope and within the design and procedural framework established by higher-level employees.  As knowledge and experience are gained, the work becomes broader in scope; assignments are more varied, and are performed with more independence.  Incumbents may serve as “Person-in-Charge” for assigned shifts.  This class is distinguished from Library Associate in that it has greater responsibilities requiring a broader scope and depth of technical knowledge and professional training.  The class is further distinguished from Librarian II in that the latter is the full journey professional level, capable of performing the full range of assigned functions with considerable independence and judgment.  The Librarian I may promote to Librarian II after gaining sufficient experience to perform competently at the full journey level.

Examples of typical JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Provides assistance to and advises patrons, including children, young adults, adults and senior citizens in the effective use of Library collection, facilities and services; demonstrates the use of library resources, tools, equipment, and electronic reference sources; assists with digital downloads.
• Answers readers’ advisory and general reference questions from telephone, webpage and in-person queries by accessing a variety of print and non-print resources, including electronic resources.
• Participates in collection management of multi-media resources for an assigned area of the Library; reviews and analyzes collection use; recommends books and materials for purchase based on patron needs and attention to the variety of ages, abilities, education, interests, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Performs outreach to the community, community organizations, and schools; informs community members and organizations about library services, programs, and collections.
• Organizes, maintains, and catalogs/indexes a variety of print and digital materials.
• Performs original cataloging of print and non-print materials; maintains and updates catalog files.
• Reviews new publications and collection materials and selects materials and resources for acquisition or disposition as appropriate.
• Participates in the preparation of exhibits and the organization and presentation of a variety of programs for library patrons.
• Participates in meetings, committees, or projects intended to enhance services or promote consistent policies and procedures across the department.
• Enforces rules related to library patronage and borrower policies.
• Responds to suggestions, requests, or concerns from library users or community members.
• Participates in meetings and continuing education programs as appropriate. 
• Compiles library activity reports and statistics.
• May participate in circulation functions at a public service desk as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

competencies

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, procedures, techniques, and materials of professional library work, including library reference, collection development, and other professional library services.
• Techniques and practices of adult, young adult, and children’s services, including provision of reader’s advisory services, and juvenile literature and program presentation.
• Principles, techniques, and procedures in cataloging, indexing, classifying, and organizing library materials.
• Principles, practices and techniques of public relations, community outreach, and service promotion.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of creating, organizing, and presenting a variety of programs for library patrons.
• Principles and techniques used in bibliographic research.
• General library materials selection, de-selection, and weeding standards.
• Library services and available resources.
• Recent technological, professional, and societal developments, current literature, and sources of information related to library services.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices and technology, including personal computer hardware and software applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, local municipalities, and Library staff.

Ability to:

• Perform professional library tasks as assigned including reference, readers’ advisory, program and service development, collection development, and cataloging.
• Advise patrons on reference sources and methods,
• Perform detailed reference searches using online, print and other methods.
• Provide reader’s advisory services and referrals to patrons of various age groups.
• Instruct patrons and staff in the use of catalogs and reference tools.
• Identify the needs of the public and participate in collection development by evaluating and recommending materials for acquisition.
• Explain policies and procedures to patrons and staff.
• Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Organize own work and set priorities.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Prepare clear and concise reports and other written materials.
• Use computer and other technology, including software, hardware, and the Internet sufficient to be able to assist customers, conduct research, prepare reports, and use email and other communications technologies.
• React tactfully and diplomatically during interactions with staff, the public, community groups while appropriately adhering to and enforcing sound library policies, procedures, and practices.
• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), Master of Library Science (MLS), or Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS) degree from an accredited college or university.

Licenses and Certifications:

Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License.

Physical Demands

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone; and the ability to operate a motor vehicle in order to travel to various branches, meeting sites, educational institutions, and community events.  This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  May push and pull carts and shelving units weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.  Positions in this classification occasionally shelve books and lift and carry reports, records, and materials that typically weigh less than twenty-five (25) pounds.

Environmental Elements

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

May be required to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.

LIBRARIAN II

                                                                                      Represented

Under general supervision, provides excellent customer service, performs a variety of professional Library duties in assigned areas such as adult services, children’s services, youth services, and outreach programs; provides technical and/or direct library services to the community and contributes to the development of programs and services for target audiences, reference, collection development, and/or original cataloging; assists with the identification of current community needs and the projection of future needs; and performs related work as required.

Receives general supervision from a Division Manager, Central Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or other management staff.  May provide technical direction and training to technical and paraprofessional staff and volunteers, and less experienced librarians.

This is the journey-level class in the professional Librarian series that functions as a specialist in a major program area such as children’s, young adult, adult, or cataloging, although incumbents may be temporarily assigned to other than the primary assignment as needs require. The Librarian I may promote to Librarian II after gaining sufficient experience to perform competently at the full journey level.  Appointment to Librarian II requires that the employee possess sufficient experience to perform competently at the full journey level.  Incumbents are expected to function independently with programs, projects, or technical assignments, provide training to other staff and volunteers, and lead projects and programs within their area of specialty.  Work may involve assignments in any library service area that requires the application of fundamental library science principles and practices, including children’s services, young adult services, adult services, reference, collection development, or cataloging.  Assignments may include responsibility for piece of a major countywide function.  Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the program or service area to which assigned.  Incumbents may serve as “Person-in-Charge” for assigned shifts.  The Librarian II is distinguished from Librarian III by the latter’s greater complexity of assignments, responsibilities that span multiple Library service areas, overall administration of a highly specialized and unique countywide function, the expectation to work with a greater amount of independence, exercising judgment and initiative, and the provision of supervision to support, technical, and paraprofessional staff and volunteers, as well as, part-time professional Librarians.    

Examples of typical JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Develops, implements, and evaluates services and programs in a designated area such as adult services, children’s services, young adult services, and outreach.
• Provides difficult and extensive assistance to and advises patrons, including children, young adults, adults and senior citizens in the effective use of Library collection, facilities and services; demonstrates the use of library resources, tools, equipment, and electronic reference sources, including automated catalogs and Internet software; assists with digital downloads.
• Answers routine to complex readers’ advisory and general reference questions from telephone, webpage and in-person queries by accessing a variety of print and non-print resources, including electronic resources.
• Participates in collection development and management of multi-media resources for an assigned area of the Library; reviews and analyzes collection use; recommends books, reference materials, audiovisual materials, electronic media, Internet resources and other library materials for purchase based on patron needs and attention to the variety of ages, abilities, education, interests, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds; may select books for a countywide collection; may manage collection budgets on a local or countywide basis.
• Recommends acquisition of equipment and policy and procedure revisions to improve patron service and efficiency in assigned program areas including adult, young adult, children, website services, or cataloging.
• Provides outreach to the community, community organizations, and schools; informs community members and organizations about library services, programs, and collections.
• Organizes, maintains, and catalogs/indexes a variety of print and digital materials, including government documents, maps, and pamphlets.
• Performs original cataloging of print and non-print materials; maintains and updates catalog files.
• Reviews new publications and collection materials and selects materials and resources for acquisition or disposition as appropriate.
• Participates in meetings, committees, or projects intended to enhance services or promote consistent policies and procedures across the department.
• Enforces rules related to library patronage and borrower policies.
• Responds to suggestions, requests, or concerns from library users or community members.
• Participates in meetings and continuing education programs as appropriate. 
• Represents the library in meetings with the community or special interest groups.
• Participates in library meetings related to assigned area.
• If assigned as an adult, young adult, or children’s librarian, directs the preparation of exhibits, organizes and presents programs, selects and recommends books and other materials including electronic media or online resources suitable for those being served, and provides reference services using a variety of media.
• If assigned as a cataloger oversees copy cataloging and creates original cataloging records, coordinates procedures for adding and deleting items with branch staff, maintains library standards for bibliographic records, upgrades catalog records as needed, and interprets cataloging policies to staff.
• May translate library materials from English into another language. 
• May plan and direct the work of non-librarian staff or volunteers.
• Compiles library activity reports and statistics.
• May participate in circulation functions at a public service desk as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, procedures, techniques, and materials of professional library work, including library reference, collection development, and other professional library services.
• Techniques and practices of adult, young adult, and children’s services, including provision of reader’s advisory services, and juvenile literature and program presentation.
• Principles, techniques, and procedures in cataloging, indexing, classifying, and organizing library materials.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of public relations, community outreach, and service promotion.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of creating, organizing, and presenting a variety of programs for library patrons.
• Principles and techniques used in bibliographic research.
• General library materials selection, de-selection, and weeding standards.  
• Library services and available resources.
• Techniques for promoting and publicizing library services, programs, and events.
• Recent technological, professional, and societal developments, current literature, and sources of information related to library services.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices and technology, including personal computer hardware and software applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for effectively representing the Library in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, various business, professional, educational, and regulatory organizations, and the public.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, local municipalities, and Library staff.

Ability to:

• Perform professional library tasks as assigned including reference, readers’ advisory, program and service development, collection development, and cataloging.
• Create, organize, and/or present appropriate programs for target age group.
• Advise patrons on reference sources and methods,
• Perform detailed reference searches using online, print and other methods.
• Provide reader’s advisory services and referrals to patrons of various age groups.
• Instruct patrons and staff in the use of catalogs and reference tools.
• Identify the needs of the public and assist with collection development by evaluating and recommending materials for acquisition.
• Explain policies and procedures to patrons and staff.
• Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Organize own work and set priorities.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Prepare clear and concise reports and other written materials.
• Use computer and other technology, including software, hardware, and the Internet sufficient to be able to assist customers, conduct research, prepare reports, and use email and other communications technologies.
• React tactfully and diplomatically during interactions with staff, the public, community groups while appropriately adhering to and enforcing sound library policies, procedures, and practices.
• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), Master of Library Science (MLS), or Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS) degree from an accredited college or university; two (2) years of experience as a professional librarian.

Licenses and Certifications:

Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License.

Physical Demands

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone; and the ability to operate a motor vehicle in order to travel to various branches, meeting sites, educational institutions, and community events.  This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  May push and pull carts and shelving units weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.  Positions in this classification occasionally shelve books and lift and carry reports, records, and materials that typically weigh less than twenty-five (25) pounds.

Environmental Elements

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

May be required to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.

Sonoma County Library

Announces an Employment Opportunity

LIBRARIAN I or II, TEEN SERVICES- BILINGUAL (ENGLISH/SPANISH)  

ROSELAND- 20 HOURS PER WEEK – PART TIME

We are seeking a bilingual customer service driven library professional for our part-time Teen Services Librarian position at the Roseland Community Library. The ideal candidate will have strong outreach, technical, and training skills and be willing to work in a sometimes fast paced and often vibrant “all ages” environment. Share your talents and abilities while utilizing your librarian skills for community partnerships, basic to advanced computer training and downloadable Audio and eBook device help for the public.

The new location for the Roseland Community Library is scheduled to open in January 2020. New hires will be participating in training activities at various branches in the area, including the Central Santa Rosa Library and the current Roseland Community Library, prior to moving to the new location. Please visit https://sonomalibrary.org/locations/roseland-community-library/about-roseland-community-library to learn more about this exciting change! 

Tentative Testing: week of October 7th & Tentative Interviews- week of October 21st or 28th

THE POSITION:

Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position. Please complete supplemental questionnaire.

Under general supervision, this part-time, benefitted position provides excellent customer service while performing a variety of professional teen library services, including reference, reader’s advisory, collection development, event planning, outreach, digital literacy training for the public, and performs related work as assigned.

TYPICAL TASKS include, but are not limited to:

•           Provides general reference and reader’s advisory services

•           Explains library policies and procedures to patrons and staff

•           Assists, advises and instructs patrons on the use of library materials and equipment, including automated catalogs, the Internet, various software, eBooks and audio book reading and listening devices and digital literacy in general

•           Conducts reference searches using a variety of database, online, and other search techniques

•           Helps to maintain and select the addition of books, reference materials, CD’s, DVD’s, electronic media, and other library materials

•           Assists at the Circulation Desk when needed.

•           Assists in and/or directs the preparation of exhibits and the organization and presentation of a variety of programs and events, as well as forming community partnerships for co-events

•           Leads book discussion groups

•           Promotes the Library out in the community, at schools, and events, and provides written outreach through community publications as well as press releases and other promotions; may represent the Library in meetings with the community or special interest groups

•           Helps to maintain social media connectivity to the library public.

•           Works collaboratively with staff, the community and special interest groups.

•           The Librarian II performs all of these tasks but at a more difficult, higher level. May serve as

Person-in-Charge when Branch Manager is absent.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), Master of Library Science (MLS), or Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS) degree from an accredited college or university. The Librarian II requires two years of appropriate professional experience working as a librarian, preferably in a public library. Must have a valid California driver’s license. Bi-lingual skills in Spanish are required.

SALARY RANGES:             Librarian I -   $29.95 - $37.42/hour

                                            Librarian II - $31.46 - $39.31/hour

CLOSING DATE:                5:00 pm, Friday, September 27, 2019

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Please go to https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library to apply.  Applications must be complete and submitted by the final filing date in order to be considered.  Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. Resumes will not substitute for a completed application.

The application process may contain one or more of the following steps: a supplemental application, written test(s), skills assessment(s), and/or oral examination(s). 

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION:

Employment offers will be contingent upon a successful pre-employment verification/criminal records clearance. Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment.

The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future positions as they occur during the active status of the list.

The Sonoma County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer

    OCTOBER 2015

                                                                                     FLSA: EXEMPT

LIBRARIAN I

                                                                                        Represented

Under direct to general supervision, provides excellent customer service, performs a variety of professional Library services in assigned areas such as adult services, children’s services, youth services, and outreach programs; provides technical and/or direct library services to the community and contributes to the development of programs and services for target audiences, reference, collection development, and/or original cataloging; assists with the identification of current community needs and the projection of future needs; and performs related work as required.

Receives direct to general supervision from a Division Manager, Central Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or other management staff.  May provide technical direction and training to technical and paraprofessional staff and volunteers.

This is the entry-level class in the professional Librarian series and is designed to provide incumbents with the experience and training necessary to plan, organize, and provide library program services at the journey level with a minimum of supervision.  Work may involve assignments in any library service area that requires the application of fundamental library science principles and practices including children’s services, young adult services, adult services, reference, collection development, or cataloging.  Assignments are typically limited in scope and within the design and procedural framework established by higher-level employees.  As knowledge and experience are gained, the work becomes broader in scope; assignments are more varied, and are performed with more independence.  Incumbents may serve as “Person-in-Charge” for assigned shifts.  This class is distinguished from Library Associate in that it has greater responsibilities requiring a broader scope and depth of technical knowledge and professional training.  The class is further distinguished from Librarian II in that the latter is the full journey professional level, capable of performing the full range of assigned functions with considerable independence and judgment.  The Librarian I may promote to Librarian II after gaining sufficient experience to perform competently at the full journey level.

    Examples of typical JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Provides assistance to and advises patrons, including children, young adults, adults and senior citizens in the effective use of Library collection, facilities and services; demonstrates the use of library resources, tools, equipment, and electronic reference sources; assists with digital downloads.
• Answers readers’ advisory and general reference questions from telephone, webpage and in-person queries by accessing a variety of print and non-print resources, including electronic resources.
• Participates in collection management of multi-media resources for an assigned area of the Library; reviews and analyzes collection use; recommends books and materials for purchase based on patron needs and attention to the variety of ages, abilities, education, interests, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Performs outreach to the community, community organizations, and schools; informs community members and organizations about library services, programs, and collections.
• Organizes, maintains, and catalogs/indexes a variety of print and digital materials.
• Performs original cataloging of print and non-print materials; maintains and updates catalog files.
• Reviews new publications and collection materials and selects materials and resources for acquisition or disposition as appropriate.
• Participates in the preparation of exhibits and the organization and presentation of a variety of programs for library patrons.
• Participates in meetings, committees, or projects intended to enhance services or promote consistent policies and procedures across the department.
• Enforces rules related to library patronage and borrower policies.
• Responds to suggestions, requests, or concerns from library users or community members.
• Participates in meetings and continuing education programs as appropriate. 
• Compiles library activity reports and statistics.
• May participate in circulation functions at a public service desk as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

competencies

Knowledge of:

•       Principles, practices, procedures, techniques, and materials of professional library work, including library reference, collection development, and other professional library services.
• Techniques and practices of adult, young adult, and children’s services, including provision of reader’s advisory services, and juvenile literature and program presentation.
• Principles, techniques, and procedures in cataloging, indexing, classifying, and organizing library materials.
• Principles, practices and techniques of public relations, community outreach, and service promotion.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of creating, organizing, and presenting a variety of programs for library patrons.
• Principles and techniques used in bibliographic research.
• General library materials selection, de-selection, and weeding standards.
• Library services and available resources.
• Recent technological, professional, and societal developments, current literature, and sources of information related to library services.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices and technology, including personal computer hardware and software applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, local municipalities, and Library staff.

Ability to:

• Perform professional library tasks as assigned including reference, readers’ advisory, program and service development, collection development, and cataloging.
• Advise patrons on reference sources and methods,
• Perform detailed reference searches using online, print and other methods.
• Provide reader’s advisory services and referrals to patrons of various age groups.
• Instruct patrons and staff in the use of catalogs and reference tools.
• Identify the needs of the public and participate in collection development by evaluating and recommending materials for acquisition.
• Explain policies and procedures to patrons and staff.
• Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Organize own work and set priorities.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Prepare clear and concise reports and other written materials.
• Use computer and other technology, including software, hardware, and the Internet sufficient to be able to assist customers, conduct research, prepare reports, and use email and other communications technologies.
• React tactfully and diplomatically during interactions with staff, the public, community groups while appropriately adhering to and enforcing sound library policies, procedures, and practices.
• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), Master of Library Science (MLS), or Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS) degree from an accredited college or university.

Licenses and Certifications:

Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License.

Physical Demands

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone; and the ability to operate a motor vehicle in order to travel to various branches, meeting sites, educational institutions, and community events.  This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  May push and pull carts and shelving units weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.  Positions in this classification occasionally shelve books and lift and carry reports, records, and materials that typically weigh less than twenty-five (25) pounds.

Environmental Elements

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

May be required to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.

LIBRARIAN II

                                                                                       Represented

Under general supervision, provides excellent customer service, performs a variety of professional Library duties in assigned areas such as adult services, children’s services, youth services, and outreach programs; provides technical and/or direct library services to the community and contributes to the development of programs and services for target audiences, reference, collection development, and/or original cataloging; assists with the identification of current community needs and the projection of future needs; and performs related work as required.

Receives general supervision from a Division Manager, Central Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or other management staff.  May provide technical direction and training to technical and paraprofessional staff and volunteers, and less experienced librarians.

This is the journey-level class in the professional Librarian series that functions as a specialist in a major program area such as children’s, young adult, adult, or cataloging, although incumbents may be temporarily assigned to other than the primary assignment as needs require. The Librarian I may promote to Librarian II after gaining sufficient experience to perform competently at the full journey level.  Appointment to Librarian II requires that the employee possess sufficient experience to perform competently at the full journey level.  Incumbents are expected to function independently with programs, projects, or technical assignments, provide training to other staff and volunteers, and lead projects and programs within their area of specialty.  Work may involve assignments in any library service area that requires the application of fundamental library science principles and practices, including children’s services, young adult services, adult services, reference, collection development, or cataloging.  Assignments may include responsibility for piece of a major countywide function.  Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the program or service area to which assigned.  Incumbents may serve as “Person-in-Charge” for assigned shifts.  The Librarian II is distinguished from Librarian III by the latter’s greater complexity of assignments, responsibilities that span multiple Library service areas, overall administration of a highly specialized and unique countywide function, the expectation to work with a greater amount of independence, exercising judgment and initiative, and the provision of supervision to support, technical, and paraprofessional staff and volunteers, as well as, part-time professional Librarians.    

Examples of typical JOB FUNCTIONS (Illustrative Only)

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Develops, implements, and evaluates services and programs in a designated area such as adult services, children’s services, young adult services, and outreach.
• Provides difficult and extensive assistance to and advises patrons, including children, young adults, adults and senior citizens in the effective use of Library collection, facilities and services; demonstrates the use of library resources, tools, equipment, and electronic reference sources, including automated catalogs and Internet software; assists with digital downloads.
• Answers routine to complex readers’ advisory and general reference questions from telephone, webpage and in-person queries by accessing a variety of print and non-print resources, including electronic resources.
• Participates in collection development and management of multi-media resources for an assigned area of the Library; reviews and analyzes collection use; recommends books, reference materials, audiovisual materials, electronic media, Internet resources and other library materials for purchase based on patron needs and attention to the variety of ages, abilities, education, interests, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds; may select books for a countywide collection; may manage collection budgets on a local or countywide basis.
• Recommends acquisition of equipment and policy and procedure revisions to improve patron service and efficiency in assigned program areas including adult, young adult, children, website services, or cataloging.
• Provides outreach to the community, community organizations, and schools; informs community members and organizations about library services, programs, and collections.
• Organizes, maintains, and catalogs/indexes a variety of print and digital materials, including government documents, maps, and pamphlets.
• Performs original cataloging of print and non-print materials; maintains and updates catalog files.
• Reviews new publications and collection materials and selects materials and resources for acquisition or disposition as appropriate.
• Participates in meetings, committees, or projects intended to enhance services or promote consistent policies and procedures across the department.
• Enforces rules related to library patronage and borrower policies.
• Responds to suggestions, requests, or concerns from library users or community members.
• Participates in meetings and continuing education programs as appropriate. 
• Represents the library in meetings with the community or special interest groups.
• Participates in library meetings related to assigned area.
• If assigned as an adult, young adult, or children’s librarian, directs the preparation of exhibits, organizes and presents programs, selects and recommends books and other materials including electronic media or online resources suitable for those being served, and provides reference services using a variety of media.
• If assigned as a cataloger oversees copy cataloging and creates original cataloging records, coordinates procedures for adding and deleting items with branch staff, maintains library standards for bibliographic records, upgrades catalog records as needed, and interprets cataloging policies to staff.
• May translate library materials from English into another language. 
• May plan and direct the work of non-librarian staff or volunteers.
• Compiles library activity reports and statistics.
• May participate in circulation functions at a public service desk as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, procedures, techniques, and materials of professional library work, including library reference, collection development, and other professional library services.
• Techniques and practices of adult, young adult, and children’s services, including provision of reader’s advisory services, and juvenile literature and program presentation.
• Principles, techniques, and procedures in cataloging, indexing, classifying, and organizing library materials.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of public relations, community outreach, and service promotion.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of creating, organizing, and presenting a variety of programs for library patrons.
• Principles and techniques used in bibliographic research.
• General library materials selection, de-selection, and weeding standards.  
• Library services and available resources.
• Techniques for promoting and publicizing library services, programs, and events.
• Recent technological, professional, and societal developments, current literature, and sources of information related to library services.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices and technology, including personal computer hardware and software applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for effectively representing the Library in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, various business, professional, educational, and regulatory organizations, and the public.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, local municipalities, and Library staff.

Ability to:

• Perform professional library tasks as assigned including reference, readers’ advisory, program and service development, collection development, and cataloging.
• Create, organize, and/or present appropriate programs for target age group.
• Advise patrons on reference sources and methods,
• Perform detailed reference searches using online, print and other methods.
• Provide reader’s advisory services and referrals to patrons of various age groups.
• Instruct patrons and staff in the use of catalogs and reference tools.
• Identify the needs of the public and assist with collection development by evaluating and recommending materials for acquisition.
• Explain policies and procedures to patrons and staff.
• Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Organize own work and set priorities.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Prepare clear and concise reports and other written materials.
• Use computer and other technology, including software, hardware, and the Internet sufficient to be able to assist customers, conduct research, prepare reports, and use email and other communications technologies.
• React tactfully and diplomatically during interactions with staff, the public, community groups while appropriately adhering to and enforcing sound library policies, procedures, and practices.
• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), Master of Library Science (MLS), or Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS) degree from an accredited college or university; two (2) years of experience as a professional librarian.

Licenses and Certifications:

Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License.

Physical Demands

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone; and the ability to operate a motor vehicle in order to travel to various branches, meeting sites, educational institutions, and community events.  This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment.  Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.  May push and pull carts and shelving units weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.  Positions in this classification occasionally shelve books and lift and carry reports, records, and materials that typically weigh less than twenty-five (25) pounds.

Environmental Elements

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.  Employees may interact with staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

May be required to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.