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CLOSE DATE: FRIDAY, April 17, 2020 at 5:00 P.M. or upon receipt of the first 50 applications whichever occurs first.

San Mateo Public Library
Employment Opportunity

Immediate Opening for Per Diem Librarian I

THE POSITION: The San Mateo Public Library has an opening for the position of on call per diem Librarian I. Librarians in this role fill coverage gaps on the Library’s service desks at the Main Library and/or branches.  The library is looking for someone who embodies the City of San Mateo’s shared values of respect, creativity, inclusivity, transparency, and integrity to provide a wide variety of library support work.

 

Responsibilities include serving at the Library’s information desks at the Main Library and Branches; researching and responding to difficult or technical reference questions; advising and assisting Library patrons; demonstrating the use of on-line library catalogs, databases and other user aids; performing bibliographic searches using online and/or print resources; and performing other tasks as assigned such as assisting with programming.

 

Salary and Hours: $32.65 (Step 1) salary; initial appointment is usually at the first step.  This is a regularly scheduled 15-hr per week position with the following hours and at least one Sunday shift approximately every two months. The schedule may change per the operational needs of the Library. This position is considered part time and offers limited benefits after working a specified number of hours.

 

• Tuesdays: 5:00 – 9:00 pm - Main Library
• Wednesdays: 2:00 – 5:00 pm - Main Library
• Fridays: 1:00 – 5:00 pm - Alternating between Hillsdale & Marina branches
• Saturdays: 1:00 – 5:00 pm - Alternating between Hillsdale & Marina branches
   

Qualifications:  Possession of a Master of Library Science degree from an American Library Association accredited college or university is required; previous public library experience desirable but not required.  Successful Live Scan fingerprint background check. 

 

KNOWLEDGE OF: Modern professional principles and practices of library science; modern procedures, methods, techniques and sources used in a library work; standard library technology, library automation, computers, software and library procedures; excellent customer service techniques and practices; resources and practices applicable to area of assignment. 

ABILITY TO: Operate computerized cataloging and bibliographic databases; assist library patrons in response to reference and related library questions; implement and enforce Library and City policies and procedures; work well with the public; establish and maintain cooperative relations with those contacted in the course of work; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; work shifts as assigned.

ADA Special Requirement:  Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment: ability to work in a standard library environment; ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, twist, lift 40 pounds and push/pull 200 pounds.

CLOSE DATE:  FRIDAY, APRIL 17TH, 2020, 5:00 p.m. or upon receipt of the first 50 applications, whichever occurs first.

                    

HOW TO APPLY: Submit an online application and resumé at www.calopps.org.

 

For more information, contact: Rita Morin, Acting Supervising Librarian at 650-522-7837; rmorin@cityofsanmateo.org

 

San Mateo Public Main Library

55 West Third Avenue

San Mateo, CA  94402

An Equal Opportunity Employer: www.smplibrary.org

 

 

     The City of San Mateo Library Department is looking for a Supervising Librarian

 

Why Join our Department?

 

The San Mateo Public Library is seeking experienced and highly motivated individuals to join the Library’s leadership team. There are currently two vacancies for the Supervising Librarian position. One position will oversee the operations of two library branches (Hillsdale and Marina), and the Library’s outreach and marketing efforts, including coordinating the activities of the Library’s outreach vehicle.  The second position will oversee the Adult/Teen & Information Services division, and play a key role in collection development and programming for adults and teens. The ideal candidates for these roles will be adaptable, collaborative, innovative, and passionate about their respective service areas.  Both positions are managerial roles that involve the supervision of Librarians and Library Assistants.     The San Mateo Public Library builds community by inspiring imagination, discovery and learning. The Library is a dynamic community resource and destination that includes the Main Library, a state-of-the-art LEED Gold rated green building, and two community branch libraries.  The Library provides library services to residents of the City of San Mateo and the Town of Hillsborough and is part of the Peninsula Library System (PLS), a consortium of public library jurisdictions and community college libraries in San Mateo County.  The Library is also part of the Pacific Library Partnership, a consolidation of four library systems in the greater Bay Area of Northern California.     The Library provides an array of core services for all age groups:  a collection of library materials comprised of books, magazines, newspapers, databases, compact discs, DVDs, downloadable e-books, and technology lending; information and reader’s advisory service; free access to information technology via public computers and wireless Internet, library programs for children, tweens, teens and adults; literacy instruction; specialized collections in the areas of business and biotechnology; a world languages collection that includes titles in Spanish, Chinese, Japanese, and Farsi; and an extensive volunteer program that integrates the community with opportunities to help fulfill the Library’s mission.       Here are some of the reasons why the City of San Mateo is a great place to work, https://youtu.be/XNAF7GZUNl8?list=PL3QUX6-y-89-D28g895DzvObmoD89Dqdn    

 

What You’ll Do

• Recommend and assist in implementation of goals and objectives; establish schedules and methods for the development and implementation of programs; implement policies and procedures.
• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, and review the work of staff involved in professional librarian and paraprofessional library assistant duties.
• Evaluate operations and activities of assigned responsibilities; recommend improvements and modifications; prepare various reports on operations and activities.
• Participate in budget preparation and administration.
• Participate in the selection of staff; provide or coordinate staff training; work with employees to correct deficiencies; conduct performance evaluations; implement discipline procedures.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services for children, adults, teens and others; recommend and implement program and procedure changes.
• Answer questions and provide information to the public; investigate complaints and recommend corrective action as necessary to resolve complaints.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.

 

For a complete list of duties, reference our job specifications at www.cityofsanmateo.org

To apply, please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Salinas

 

The City of Salinas is looking for an excellent leader and strategist to help develop services that teach, stir curiosity, build community and nurture lifelong learning for our customers. Be part of a management team that is making important changes for our Library and community. Help lead staff in delivering programming that has a lasting impact on Salinas residents. The Senior Librarian will be responsible for delivering classes and programming that supports early learning, STEAM education and much more.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:  All applicants must provide proof of education at the time of application or submit to the Human Resources Department. Applications are incomplete without the required document. 

Summary of Duties: The Senior Librarian performs advanced and professional programming, supervision, leadership, delivery of services, and strategic planning within the Department. Plans and implements programs, mentors and coaches staff, manages logistics of services, and represents the library in various community partnerships.

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is the advanced journey level position in the librarian series and is distinguished from lower level professional library classes by experience, supervision of specialized library programs, and by the performance of more complex and challenging assignments. Receives direction from the Library and Community Services Director or his/her designee, and exercises general supervision of subordinate library professional, technical and clerical staff, and volunteers.

 

Essential Job Functions

1. Mentors, coaches, supervises, and evaluates library staff and volunteers; sets work priorities, provides yearly evaluations, promotes excellent customer service, coordinates all work to meet administrative goals, and empowers staff and volunteers.
2. Identifies, assesses, and initiates programs to meet the needs of the community; plans, develops, and oversees programs; ensures programs receive resources, proper budgets, professional feedback, and excellent evaluation to ensure their continued success
3. Selects materials for inclusion in special program collections
4. Researches and addresses the barriers to efficient delivery of services and programs; manages logistics, delivers supplies, and maintains regular communication with staff to facilitate quality, well-planned, and expertly implemented programs
5. Assists in developing library policies and procedures in area of assignment
6. Establishes, builds, and cultivates community-wide partnerships and relationships; works with the media and contributes to public relations efforts; attends meetings and promotes collaborative planning; identifies goals, objectives, and methods and works with organizations to cohesively create enriching and educational programs and services
7. Communicates regularly with peers, administration, and community members; identifies areas of need, resolves potential conflicts, summarizes information gathered, and documents meeting discussions and action items
8. Participates in the creation, development, and prioritization of the Library Services budget; identifies grant opportunities; oversees and manages grant proposals; creates documents, gathers statistics, collects information, and compiles data
9. Supports the development and implementation of the Library Services Strategic Plan; collaborates with colleagues to create and implement vision, strategies and goals; provides direction, generates creative solutions, and allocates resources to ensure the goals and objectives are being met
10. Provides and promotes excellent customer service and community programs; participates in community activities and serves as a representative for the Library
11. Performs other duties as assigned

Typical Decisions: The incumbent must be able to provide excellent and professional customer service, and handle concerns and issues. Consistently engages staff in long term goals and builds positive team relationships. Provides staffing, resource, budget, program, and operational direction and decisions.

 

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Personnel supervision, training and management
• Principles of library management and collection development, including utilizing integrated library systems
• Grant development, funding, administration, and proposals
• Public library systems, services, and programs
• Computer skills including design programs and spreadsheets;
• Research techniques, reference sources, and availability of information
• Reporting methods and data delivery
• Current trends and innovations in Library industry and services

 Skill in:

• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with department staff, library, and community patrons
• Coordinating activities and operations of specialized library programs
• Conflict resolution and personnel management
• Customer service; operating various office equipment.
• Preparing and overseeing budgets

 Ability to:

• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
• Make public presentations and reports
• Operate various modern office equipment
• Manage, train and evaluate assigned staff
• Organize tasks and meet deadlines
• Interpret, analyze and apply policies, procedures and regulations

Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.  Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from a school accredited by the American Library Association (ALA) is preferred.

Experience: Five year's increasingly responsible professional library experience including two years of supervisory experience. Or a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from a school accredited by the ALA and three years of increasingly responsible professional library experience, including one year of supervisory experience.

Licenses and Certifications:  A valid State of California Class C Driver's License

 

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:  Subject will be sitting in an office environment for extended periods of time with frequent standing at the counter. Mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and make valid judgments. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to thirty pounds.  Travel for trainings, meetings, and visits to various facilities may occur. May be required to work  evenings and weekends.
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 upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.
 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: A veteran is defined in accordance with California Government Code 18540.4. In order to exercise this preference, the veteran must submit the City's Veteran's Preference Application (found here: https://www.cityofsalinas.org/sites/default/files/departments_files/human_resources_files/veteranspreferencepolicy.pdf) and provide a copy of the DD-214 form at time of application as proof of military status. Failure to submit the required forms will be deemed a waiver of veteran's preference. Military veterans shall be given preference in initial appointment to City service. Further details can be obtained from the Human Resources Department, at 831-758-7254.

SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants' qualifications will be evaluated based on the information provided on the employment application. The exam process may consist of an application appraisal, oral interview, performance exam and/or written exam. The City reserves the right to use alternate testing procedures if deemed necessary. CITY COMMUNICATION REGARDING THE SELECTION PROCESS WILL BE VIA E-MAIL. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE E-MAIL ON YOUR APPLICATION. Finalist interview/assessment will be held with the City of Salinas.  
 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Salinas does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor. The City of Salinas makes reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability. Individuals requiring any accommodation in order to participate in the testing process must inform the Human Resources Director in writing no later than the final filing date stated in this job announcement. Requests for accommodation should include an explanation of the type and extent of accommodations needed to participate in the selection process and/or to perform the duties of the job for which they have applied. EEO Utilization Report is available for candidate review upon request.
 
SALARY STEPS: Appointments are normally made at the first step. Consideration is given for increase to the second step after successful completion of a six-month probationary period. (Employees appointed at a higher step will be eligible for consideration for the next step after one year, providing they successfully complete a six-month probationary period.)

For questions, please contact Patricia Peñaloza, Senior Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 758-7416 or patricia.penaloza@ci.salinas.ca.us.

The County of Yuba is currently recruiting for the position of Social Worker I in the Employment Services Division of the Health and Human Services Department. Currently, there are two vacancies. Under close supervision incumbents perform routine to minimally complex social services case work by providing a variety of services to County residents; identify, assess and arrange alternative solutions to clients’ needs and obstacles; carry a minimally complex caseload; and perform related work as assigned.   The work may be related to a specific program area or to a more general social service benefit provision. Social Worker I is the entry level class in the social work series.

Example of Duties:

Interview/ counsel a diverse population of clients; isolate barriers to self-sufficiency; make appropriate referrals to training, public assistance and social services programs.

Identify, present and arrange alternative solutions for client  obstacles and needs; set priorities and work with clients to resolve issues and problems; provide intervention and arrange for counseling services as required; coordinate with a multi-disciplinary team to develop an appropriate case treatment plans; enforce program regulations.

Conduct field/home visits to monitor and investigate progress and compliance with plans or programs or educate clients on solutions to problems which hinder successful completion of plans/goals.

Assess and evaluate education, work experience, skills, abilities; job interests; possible social, behavioral, physical and/or mental health problems and develop appropriate plans and methods of meeting client needs and goals.

About Health and Human Services:

The Yuba County Health and Human Services Department provides a wide array of services through a diverse system of holistic programs. Employees, numbering about 300, are responsible for planning, managing, coordinating, and delivering a continuum of these services in a manner that is responsive to the needs of the community. There are several major divisions within the department including: Adult Services; Child Welfare Services; Public Assistance; Employment Services; Housing and Integrated Services; Public Health; Veterans Services; and Finance and Administration.  The department is committed to its vision of a healthy and thriving community by improving the overall well-being of our residents, valuing employees and encouraging a healthy work/life balance. The Health and Human Services Department offers flexible work schedules.

 

To apply, please visit: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/Salinas

 

The City of Salinas is accepting applications for Legal Secretary. Experience with civil litigation is highly desirable. The ideal candidate will have the ability to support all aspects of civil litigation defense and have knowledge of and experience serving and e-filing documents in the various state and federal courts. 

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: All interested applicants must provide proof of education and a typing certificate reflecting 40 net words per minute, valid within the last twelve months, at the time of application or submit to the Human Resources Department prior to the closing date. Self-administered typing exams are not accepted. Applications are incomplete without the required documents.

Summary of Duties: Under limited supervision, the Legal Secretary performs a wide variety of confidential, complex, and responsible clerical, secretarial, and administrative duties and tasks for the City Attorney's Office.

Distinguishing Characteristics: This is a journey level class within the City Attorney's Office. The incumbent performs standard legal administrative, clerical, and secretarial tasks within a defined set of standards and procedures. Receives general supervision from the City Attorney and will receive direct supervision from other attorneys within the office.

Essential Job Functions

 

1. Performs a wide variety of responsible and confidential secretarial duties for the City Attorney, office attorneys, and staff
2. Collects, drafts, and inputs a variety of materials, including general correspondence, documents, and memoranda; prepares and processes correspondence and legal documents requiring knowledge of legal format, terminology, and procedures
3. Establishes, monitors, and maintain various files, documents, and memoranda on cases; ensures information and evidence is tracked, cataloged, and applied properly
4. Maintains multiple appointments and City Attorney's calendar
5. Indexes, organizes,  and files legal documents as well as organizes and maintains a wide variety of information and materials in support of the attorneys
6. Provides receptionist skills to answer and screen telephone calls and requests for information in a courteous and professional manner; professionally routes calls and requests to the attorneys, other departments, and answers questions when possible
7. Makes reservations and travel arrangements for attorneys
8. Prepares, processes, and maintains all department payroll and personnel records, including leave requests and other payroll-related forms
9. Prepares and processes personnel actions and hiring requisitions; issues requisitions to purchase supplies and law books
10. Performs general and confidential support services for the office including making appointments, arranging meetings, drafting, filing, and maintaining related documents
11. Provides various other secretarial, clerical, and administrative expertise to ensure the success and accuracy of the department and its legal work
12. Performs other duties as assigned

 
Typical Decisions: The incumbent will make daily decisions regarding clerical, secretarial, and administrative office tasks. Must understand confidentiality and be able to handle employee files, information, resources, confidential data.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

• Legal terminology and the forms and documents used in legal clerical work 
• Legal procedures and practices involved in proof-reading and reviewing, processing, and filing a variety of legal documents used in civil and criminal litigation, administrative matters and small claims court
• Standard legal references and their contents 
• Modern office practices, procedures and equipment
• Business letter writing
• English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation
• Filing and record keeping systems
• Computer software programs such as Microsoft Office, Outlook, Excel, and Legal Solutions

Ability to:

• Understanding the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities
• Communicating clearly and concisely, orally and in writing
• Working cooperatively with attorneys, staff, and other departments and outside agencies
• Preparing routine legal documents without the assistance of or advice of an attorney with attention to detail
• Reading, interpreting, and applying rules and directions
• Promoting and maintaining safety in the workplace
• Working effectively and efficiently under deadlines; handling a variety of tasks simultaneously
• Type at a minimum of 40 words per minute

Education: High School Diploma/GED

Experience: Four years of increasingly responsible experience in secretarial and office support work, including public contact and preferably including a minimum of two years of legal secretary experience or technical activities related to law office assignments or sixty college units in a related field. Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred, but not required.

Licenses and Certifications: A California State Driver's License.

 

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing in work areas and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to twenty-five pounds.

Employees work in an office environment with moderate noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. May spend an extensive amount of time at a computer terminal.
 
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills which may be required.
 

VETERAN'S PREFERENCE: A veteran is defined in accordance with California Government Code 18540.4. In order to exercise this preference, the veteran must submit the City's Veteran's Preference Application (found here: https://www.cityofsalinas.org/sites/default/files/departments_files/human_resources_files/veteranspreferencepolicy.pdf) and provide a copy of the DD-214 form at time of application as proof of military status. Failure to submit the required forms will be deemed a waiver of veteran's preference. Military veterans shall be given preference in initial appointment to City service. Further details can be obtained from the Human Resources Department, at 831-758-7254.

SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants' qualifications will be evaluated based on the information provided on the employment application. The exam process may consist of an application appraisal, oral interview, performance exam and/or written exam. The City reserves the right to use alternate testing procedures if deemed necessary. CITY COMMUNICATION REGARDING THE SELECTION PROCESS WILL BE VIA E-MAIL. PLEASE ENSURE THAT YOU HAVE ACCESS TO THE E-MAIL ON YOUR APPLICATION. Finalist interview/assessment will be held with the City of Salinas.  
 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Salinas does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, or any other non-merit factor. The City of Salinas makes reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with a disability. Individuals requiring any accommodation in order to participate in the testing process must inform the Human Resources Director in writing no later than the final filing date stated in this job announcement. Requests for accommodation should include an explanation of the type and extent of accommodations needed to participate in the selection process and/or to perform the duties of the job for which they have applied. EEO Utilization Report is available for candidate review upon request.
 
SALARY STEPS: Appointments are normally made at the first step. Consideration is given for increase to the second step after successful completion of a six-month probationary period. (Employees appointed at a higher step will be eligible for consideration for the next step after one year, providing they successfully complete a six-month probationary period.)

Library Assistant I

 

(Part-Time/64% FTE)

 

$21.16 - $25.73 per hour

 

Plus excellent “pro-rated” benefits

 

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Apply by Monday, March 23, 2020 for first consideration

 

THE POSITION:

The Library and Recreation Department (Library Division) is seeking a part-time (64% FTE) Library Assistant I. The incumbent in this position will perform a variety of responsible library work related to the circulation of materials and assist patrons in the use of the library. The Library Assistant I will perform a variety of duties related to the loaning, return, shelving and monitory of Library materials. 

This position performs the following essential job duties:

• Processes returned materials and prepares them for re-shelving.
• Assists patrons in person and by telephone, provides information, and refers reference and other specialized questions to appropriate staff.
• Sorts books and related materials according to alphabetical, numerical, and categorical systems.
• Collects, stacks, shelves and re-shelves library materials.
• Maintains logs and records, conducts routine and special surveys and tabulation of usage of materials, patron demographics, and related information.
• Locates and furnishes reserve/closed stack materials for patrons.
• Places holds, reserves materials, and notifies patrons of availability.
• Verifies proper shelf arrangement of books and filing of identification and catalog cards, researches missing materials.
• Calculates and collects fees and fines, operates cash register, makes change, counts, and balances cash drawer.
• Uses on-line system to maintain current patron information and monitor fines and fees due.
• Uses on-line computer system to place interlibrary loan requests and to create temporary records of loaned materials.
• Maintains current patron information and monitors fines and fees due.
• Processes, copy catalogs, and inputs information into online databases.
• Operates and performs basic operator maintenance of PC and related software, typewriter, photocopiers and related standard library equipment.
• May assign and coordinate work assignment(s) of volunteer or part-time help.
• Recruits, interviews, tests, hires, and trains pages.
• Prepares library materials for circulation.
• Adds and updates information in the library’s online database.
• Performs basic copy cataloging using OCLC and other computer software.
• Uses OCLC to place interlibrary loan requests.
• Performs related duties as required.

To be eligible for this position, you must have knowledge of:

• Basic office practices and procedures, including the operation of standard office equipment.
• Alphabetical, numerical and topical filing systems.
• Material organization and structure of libraries, including categories of materials and general arrangement.
• Basic arithmetic.
• Library technical services terminology and equipment including on-line databases.

To be eligible for this position, you must have the ability to:

• Sort and organize materials in alphabetical, numerical, and topical order.
• Deal tactfully and effectively with the wide variety of library users.
• Maintain logs and records.
• Type at a speed required by the department.
• Operate modern office equipment including a PC and related software.
• Operate modern library equipment.
• Make arithmetical calculations involving addition and multiplication.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Use online computer system to issue cards, books, etc.
• Work weekends and holidays.
• Climb, stoop and crawl to place and reach books; lift up to 50 pounds; push loaded book carts.

LANGUAGE/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Course work or practical experience in complex filing and recordkeeping systems is desirable.
• Spanish speaking preferred, but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor conditions and regularly works near video display.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  The examination process may include the following:  application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.  Note:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background check, driving record, and fingerprinting.   To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit your application:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-19988886

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Such accommodations must be requested by the applicant. 

Library Assistant I

 

(Part-Time/53.3% FTE)

 

$21.16 - $25.73 per hour

 

Plus excellent “pro-rated” benefits

 

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Apply by Monday, March 23, 2020 for first consideration

 

THE POSITION:

The Library and Recreation Department (Library Division) is seeking a part-time (53.3% FTE) Library

Assistant I. The incumbent in this position will perform a variety of responsible library work related to the circulation of materials and assist patrons in the use of the library. The Library Assistant I will perform a variety of duties related to the loaning, return, shelving and monitory of Library materials. 

This position performs the following essential job duties:

• Processes returned materials and prepares them for re-shelving.
• Assists patrons in person and by telephone, provides information, and refers reference and other specialized questions to appropriate staff.
• Sorts books and related materials according to alphabetical, numerical, and categorical systems.
• Collects, stacks, shelves and re-shelves library materials.
• Maintains logs and records, conducts routine and special surveys and tabulation of usage of materials, patron demographics, and related information.
• Locates and furnishes reserve/closed stack materials for patrons.
• Places holds, reserves materials, and notifies patrons of availability.
• Verifies proper shelf arrangement of books and filing of identification and catalog cards, researches missing materials.
• Calculates and collects fees and fines, operates cash register, makes change, counts, and balances cash drawer.
• Uses on-line system to maintain current patron information and monitor fines and fees due.
• Uses on-line computer system to place interlibrary loan requests and to create temporary records of loaned materials.
• Maintains current patron information and monitors fines and fees due.
• Processes, copy catalogs, and inputs information into online databases.
• Operates and performs basic operator maintenance of PC and related software, typewriter, photocopiers and related standard library equipment.
• May assign and coordinate work assignment(s) of volunteer or part-time help.
• Recruits, interviews, tests, hires, and trains pages.
• Prepares library materials for circulation.
• Adds and updates information in the library’s online database.
• Performs basic copy cataloging using OCLC and other computer software.
• Uses OCLC to place interlibrary loan requests.
• Performs related duties as required.

To be eligible for this position, you must have knowledge of:

• Basic office practices and procedures, including the operation of standard office equipment.
• Alphabetical, numerical and topical filing systems.
• Material organization and structure of libraries, including categories of materials and general arrangement.
• Basic arithmetic.
• Library technical services terminology and equipment including on-line databases.

To be eligible for this position, you must have the ability to:

• Sort and organize materials in alphabetical, numerical, and topical order.
• Deal tactfully and effectively with the wide variety of library users.
• Maintain logs and records.
• Type at a speed required by the department.
• Operate modern office equipment including a PC and related software.
• Operate modern library equipment.
• Make arithmetical calculations involving addition and multiplication.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Use online computer system to issue cards, books, etc.
• Work weekends and holidays.
• Climb, stoop and crawl to place and reach books; lift up to 50 pounds; push loaded book carts.

LANGUAGE/MATHEMATICAL/REASONING SKILLS:

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions and procedure manuals.
• Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
• Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• Equivalent to graduation from high school.
• Course work or practical experience in complex filing and recordkeeping systems is desirable.
• Spanish speaking preferred, but not required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell.  The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in indoor conditions and regularly works near video display.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

City of San Rafael application is required.  Resumes do not substitute for the City application.  Candidates should detail related education and experience on the application.  The examination process may include the following:  application appraisal and oral board interview examination.  The passing point for the oral board examination final score will be 70%.  Note:  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a pre-employment physical, background check, driving record, and fingerprinting.   To file an application, go to:  www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “San Rafael”.  Follow this link to submit your application:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-19988862

Reasonable Accommodation:  The City of San Rafael will make reasonable accommodations in the exam process to accommodate disabled applicants.  If you have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact us at (415) 485-3474 before the test date.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.  Such accommodations must be requested by the applicant. 

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for two candidates to serve as Psychiatric Technicians I, II or III for the Adult Full Services Partnership (FSP) Program.  The Psychiatric Technician I/II/III will work with the medical staff, medication support team and clinical staff to identify and provide linkage and support to at-risk clients beyond mental Inland Empire medical comorbidities.  The Psychiatric Technician I/II/III will report to the Crisis and Medication Support Manager.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• From initial intake and otherwise, identifying patients who do not have a Primary Care Physician (PCP) and providing education and assistance to connect them to a PCP;
   
• Identifying patients with significant medical co-morbidities through direct consultation with Tri-City doctors and tracking hospital admission and PCP visits;
   
• Attending medical visits, medically complicated or otherwise, and acting as a medical liaison between PCP/Specialist and our Psychiatrists;
   
• In collaboration with Tri-City Psychiatrists, ensuring that medical treatments will reach optimal results, attending and arranging medical visits, supporting patients during and in between visits, identifying barriers and communicating them with the PCP, Tri-City Psychiatrists and family, if appropriate;
   

• Respond to 5150 evaluation requests as defined in the Operational Guidelines from area police departments and organizations that have contracted for such services or have such services stipulated in a Memorandum of Understanding with Tri-City;

 

• Answer and log all agency telephone Calls when the main office is closed and make appropriate disposition; provide trauma intervention (debriefing); provide after-hours client support services and other duties as assigned.

Tri-City is looking for one (1) individual to serve as a Program Support Assistant II for the Medical Records/Front Office Department. This position will be responsible for administrative/program support, clerical, and front office work within a community mental health outpatient clinic.  This position will report to the Support Systems Manager.   

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

 

• Greet and provide general information to clients, visitors, vendors and staff, in person and on the telephone in a professional manner.
   

• Assist clients and utilize de-escalation and basic customer service techniques.  Attend, practice and apply agency wide trainings provided in working with consumers.  

 

• Assist clients by referring them to sources of information, handing out standard forms and explaining how to complete them, and answering requests for factual information by consulting various available sources.

 

• Input, update, track and extract information into appropriate databases such as Welligent Electronic Health Record billing system (EHR) and LADMH IS system and files; search records and files for data where judgment and discrimination are required in selecting or abstracting material.

 

• Maintain records, logs, files, and other forms of information, including various demographic reports, room schedules and leased equipment usage, etc.; and perform other duties as assigned.

THE POSITION

Tri-City is looking for one individual to serve as a Program Support Assistant (PSA) III for the Supplemental Crisis Team. The PSA III will assist licensed medical staff by providing client services that include basic administrative, clerical, or medical support services for mentally ill and emotionally disturbed clients in an outpatient clinical setting.  This position will report to the Crisis Intervention and Medication Support Manager.

This position is responsible for a variety of ongoing responsibilities including, but not limited to:

• Various clerical support duties such as copying, securing signatures and data entry;

 

• Coverage for Garey site Medical Assistant; process Medi-Cal and insurance verification;

 

• Reconcile verification of ambulance and labs, pharmacy invoices, medication list, pharmacy refill follow-up documents, authorizations and TARS, data gathered from treatment nurse, medication consents (including obtaining consents);

 

• Medication pick up; filtering pharmacy and lab calls; faxing of insurance, notes and CBC’s as appropriate;

 

• Monitoring treatment plan expiration dates to ensure compliance; ordering supplies; monitoring SHARPS container and medical disposal;

 

• Scheduling in-services with pharmaceutical agencies, second medical transport as needed, fielding non-clinical, medication questions, appointments and reminder phone calls;

 

• Perform other duties as assigned.