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CITY OF LARKSPUR PART-TIME HOURLY WORKER

ASSIGNMENT: ON-CALL LIBRARIAN

Up to $30.00 per hour Maximum of 960 Hours Per Year

The City is not actively hiring part-time staff at this time but encourages prospective candidates to submit an application. Applications will be accepted for this position on a continuous basis with the intent of creating a list of qualified candidates for future hire.  Please do not contact the Human Resources Department about the status of your application unless it has been more than 3 months.

On-Call Librarian assignment is classified as a part-time hourly worker. Under general direction, performs a variety of professional library work which may include: reference services; services for children and youth; or other special services; and performs related work as assigned. Employees in this category do not receive any benefits except those that are required by law.

This is a part-time hourly, at-will position. Part-time hourly workers do not receive benefits, except as required by law. Job description and pay under review. 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

The On-Call Librarian provides professional library services including reference, reader advisory, materials selection to meet the general information needs of the public and performs related work as assigned.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

This position reports to the Library Director. This position has no direct reports and works under the supervision of staff.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (May include but are not limited to the following:)

• Provide professional reference and readers' advisory services; instruct patrons in the use of library resources, including reference materials, digital downloads, databases, catalogs and other online resources and the interlibrary loan system
• Conduct library programming for all ages
• Communicate policies and procedures to staff and library patrons
• Provide customer service at reference and circulation desk
• Troubleshoot computer-related issues
• Troubleshoot and resolve a variety of issues related to acquisitions, circulation, and reference materials
• Work on special projects assigned by the Library Director
• Maintain awareness of emerging trends in technology, reference services, and librarianship

REQUIREMENTS

Knowledge of

• Thorough knowledge of current professional library “best practices” principles, methods, and materials
• Knowledge of library reference materials, automated systems, applications, and tools of research
• Knowledge of applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, rules, and regulations pertaining to  library science

• Knowledge of Larkspur library policies and procedures as they relate to library operations
• Knowledge of service needs and issues, general culture of the public library community
• Knowledge of customer service techniques and approaches
• General knowledge of training techniques to educate patrons
• Knowledge of procedures, methods and techniques of reference, research, classification, indexing, cataloging, and organization of library materials

Skill and Ability in

• Proficient in use of computerized library information systems and tools, such as web browsers, web OPAC, Integrated Library Systems; and in the use of Microsoft Office suite; able to learn and utilize new technology
• Proficient in performing online and electronic searches to gather data and compile information
• Ability to perform effective library reference, readers’ advisory duties, and other professional level library work
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships
• Ability to make procedural decisions and judgments
• Skill in analyzing information logically and creatively to identify problems, draw valid conclusions, and develop effective solutions to operational and customer service problems
• Ability to create, to compose, and edit written materials
• Skill in organizing resources and establishing priorities, conflict resolution and customer service

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

This assignment requires sufficient experience and education related to providing professional library services. A typical way of obtaining the required qualifications is possession of a Master’s Degree in Library Science or similar curriculum from an American Library Association accredited educational program. In addition, at least two years of professional experience in a library setting is highly desirable.

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

This Assignment requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, kneeling, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The employee will occasionally be required to climb or balance or crawl. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to video display terminals. The position also requires repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in data entry and preparing reports using a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The employee may lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The employee may be exposed to dust and/or other allergens.

SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD

PART TIME, TEMPORARY

SALARY:                                              $12.01 to $14.60 hourly

FINAL FILING DATE:                       CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT

IT IS MANDATORY THAT YOU COMPLETE THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE. YOUR APPLICATION WILL BE REJECTED IF YOU DO NOT PROVIDE ALL NECESSARY INFORMATION.

THE POSITION

The Human Resources Department is accepting applications for the Temporary and Part-time position of Substitute School Crossing Guard in the Public Works Department. The School Crossing Guard is not assigned to a specific location but will supplement staffing for absences.  The work schedule will be a split shift (1.5 – 2 hours in the AM and 1.5 – 2 hours in the PM) Monday through Friday, between the hours of 7:30 am and 4 pm.  Assignments can range from 2 hours shifts to multiple days. This position is limited to 25 hours per week for a maximum of 1,000 hours per fiscal year. This position is for year-round employment.

The City of Roseville promotes a no smoking atmosphere.

DEFINITION

To perform duties related to escorting children across roadway intersections.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES - Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Escort children across designated intersections.
• Observe and report traffic violations.
• Promote and enforce safety procedures for pedestrians and bicyclists; survey designated area for potential hazards to the children's health and welfare.
• Direct traffic in emergency situations.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Current traffic and safety rules.
• Practices and methods of public relations and customer service; techniques and principles of effective interpersonal communication.
• Principles and practices of safety management.
• Report writing techniques.
• Basic computer usage.

Ability to:

• On a continuous basis, know and understand operations and observe safety rules; walk and pick up cones or portable pedestrian signs; stand and wait for children to arrive;; use voice to tell children to cross the street and to promote safety; use eyes to watch for traffic; judge distances of cars; identify sounds including the arrival of children and/or vehicles; intermittently interpret policies and procedures, and explain operations and problem solve issues for the public and with children.
• Intermittently, lift or carry weight of 15 pounds or less.
• Understand and translate City policies and practices into everyday working practices; make sound decisions with solid problem solving methods.
• Understand and carry out written and oral directions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Use a computer to report time worked.
• Deal tactfully with the public.
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions.
• Communicate effectively and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training

Experience:

• None required.

Training:

• Education that ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance.

License or Certificate

• Possession of a valid California driver’s license.

Necessary Special Requirement

• Must be 18 years of age or older.

SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be screened by the Human Resources Department for minimum qualifications.  Qualifying applicants may be contacted by the Department to interview. Final appointment is contingent upon a check of past employment references, passing a City-paid fingerprint check and depending on position applied for a pre-employment medical exam and a drug and alcohol screening test.

THE CITY OF ROSEVILLE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  IF YOU REQUIRE AN ACCOMMODATION DUE TO A DISABILITY, PLEASE CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT LEAST 5 WORKING DAYS BEFORE A SCHEDULED INTERVIEW/EXAMINATION PROCESS.  MEDICAL DISABILITY VERIFICATION MAY BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCOMMODATION.

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