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Reports To: Various Library Managers or Supervisors
Supervises: Non-supervisory; may mentor, coordinate and assign work to professional, paraprofessional, clerical, temporary and/or volunteer staff
Location: Job location will be confirmed at the final interview stage of the recruitment process

Want to Make a Difference in the Community?
The purpose of the Library Department is to provide exceptional, responsive public service to Palo Alto residents and employees; promote exploration of library resources to support learning, recreation, and personal enrichment; foster a love of reading, creative expression, and community engagement for all ages; and develop library facilities, technology, and staff to create a welcoming, inclusive environment in which to share valuable resources and skilled expertise.

The Position: 
The Palo Alto City Library seeks experienced and passionate candidates for the position of Senior Librarian for Youth Services. The ideal candidate has a commitment to providing early literacy and enrichment services to diverse communities. Experience managing larger public programs and literacy projects is desired. The ideal candidate would also have a strong record of collaboration with other library professionals and community groups to create library programs and services that provide benefits to their communities. Vision, project management skills, and adaptability are additional key skills of the ideal candidate.

For more information  and to apply, please go here

Immediate Opening for Per Diem Library Assistant I

Administrative Operations – Passport Services

APPLY BY:  Monday, April 15, 2019 at 5:00 pm OR the first 50 applications received, whichever occurs first.

THE POSITION:  Come be part of the San Mateo Public Library team. You would be joining an organization whose mission it is to serve the community with a collaborative, innovative, and professional spirit. The San Mateo Public Library is seeking an energetic, motivated, and detail-oriented individual to provide services as a certified passport Acceptance Agent for the Main Library’s U.S. Passport Acceptance Office and to provide general support to the Library Administration Office. Training will be provided.

SALARY:          $24.45 per hour (Step 1). This position is considered part time and offers limited benefits after working a specified number of hours.

SCHEDULE:     15 hours per week

The schedule will consist of two weeknight shifts – Mondays and Tuesdays from 4:00 – 8:30 p.m. and an alternating Friday or Saturday shift of 10:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.

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

APPLY BY:  Monday, April 15, 2019 at 5:00 pm OR the first 50 applications received, whichever occurs first.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Review passport applications for completeness and accuracy
• Verify identification and citizenship documentation
• Collect fees
• Respond to public in-person and telephone requests for services and information
• Perform a wide variety of routine clerical work, including filing, billing, processing correspondence, record keeping

QUALIFICATIONS:

Knowledge of: Office methods and equipment, including experience with Microsoft Office Suite programs: at minimum Word, Excel; and Outlook; English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.

Ability to: Provide good customer service; perform routine clerical work, operate office machines, learn office methods, rules and policies; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; speak and write clearly.

Experience and Education: Any combination equivalent to experience and education that could provide the required knowledge and abilities would be qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be equivalent to completion of 12th grade, including or supplemented by specialized clerical courses. Bilingual skills desirable but not required.

ADA SPECIAL REQUIREMENT:  Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work requirement: ability to work in a standard library environment; ability to operate computer keyboard; sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, squat, stoop, reach, twist, lift 50 pounds and push/pull 100 pounds.

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  Please contact Dena Gomez at 650-522-7809

Closing date:  Wednesday, April 3, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

THE CITY OF SAN MATEO

A scenic, culturally and economically diverse San Francisco Peninsula community, the City of San Mateo  (pop. 104,490) offers an extraordinary quality of life characterized by safe neighborhoods, outstanding libraries, stellar schools, and an ideal location.

San Mateo boasts three libraries, six recreation centers, thirty parks and an 18-hole golf course.  The City’s popular special events draw thousands of participants, build community, and provide easily accessible fun for all generations.  Find out more interesting facts about the City of San Mateo at www.cityofsanmateo.org

THE LIBRARY

The San Mateo City Libraries are vibrant community destinations providing comprehensive resources and activities served by a friendly professional staff.  The Main Library is the cultural City center, while the Hillsdale and Marina branches provide ease of access and additional resources for library patrons. The Library offers a diverse catalog with an annual circulation of over 880,000 non-digital and 60,000 digital items.

Unique collections and programs include the Business Resource Center and the Biotechnology Learning Center. Each year, over 555,000 individuals use the Library, and more than 47,000 attend over 1,100 diverse programs.

The Library has an annual budget of $7.5M and 53 staff positions. Additional funding comes from the San Mateo Public Library Foundation, which helps support collections, literacy programs, cultural programs, resource centers and library hours. Further assistance is provided by Friends of the Library and other volunteers.

THE POSITION

The City Librarian provides leadership and guidance to the four segments that collaborate to meet community needs:  Children’s/Literacy Services, Adult/Teen/Information Services, Circulation/Technical Services, and Administrative Services. 

As a department head, the City Librarian is also responsible for ensuring the library seamlessly works together with all other departments in the City organization.

Lastly, the five-member Library Board of Trustees serves as an advisory body to the City Librarian, City Manager and City Council.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will be a high-energy library professional with the ability to represent the library in all capacities, respond to and anticipate customer service issues, fully engage in participative management and interest-based approaches, and apply effective interpersonal, cross-cultural communication skills both orally and in writing.   

A creative and resourceful leader, this impressive professional will proactively introduce and support new ideas, creatively solve problems, and balance competing priorities and interests.

The ideal candidate will continue to strengthen relationships with community stakeholders, and both envision and implement the future of the Library. Previous experience with leading change efforts will be welcomed.

QUALIFICATIONS:             

Experience:

Five years of increasingly responsible experience in professional public library administration.

Education:

Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited college or university supplemented by training in management principles and practices.

Licenses and Certificates:

Possession of or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid California driver’s license, which must be maintained as a condition of employment.

ADA Special Requirements: 

Essential duties require the following physical abilities and work environment:

Ability to sit, stand, walk, kneel, crouch, stoop, squat, twist and lift. Work in a standard library environment, with irregular hours. Travel to different site locations, attend lengthy meetings, and work extended or irregular hours.

Knowledge of:

• Professional and modern library principles, practices, and procedures
• Library services to multiple generations and diverse communities
• Information technology applications in library operations
• Technical processes including the acquisitions and circulation of library materials
• Library materials in various formats
• Techniques for effectively interacting with City staff, other agencies, organizations, and the public
• Applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and reporting requirements
• Trends in library and information science as they apply to a mid-size library

Ability to:

• Provide participatory leadership, capitalizing on the creativity and resourcefulness of staff, in support of effective library service
• Develop and implement improvements to systems, organization, and operations by using analytics to inform decisions
• Be an active community liaison representing all members of the community and lead outreach and marketing demonstrating specific results from outcome-oriented projects and programs
• Analyze, interpret, and apply information, choosing among alternative courses of action
• Understand and implement laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Work with library management team to plan and oversee daily operations and programs, including the direction, evaluation and supervision of staff
• Prepare clear and concise written reports
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Take proactive approach to customer service issues
• Apply best practices and innovations from outside the library sphere to the running of a mid-size library

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Salary:  The salary range is $199,664 to $220,130.  Placement within the range DOQE.
• Retirement:  PERS 2%@55 with 3 year average final comp for “classic” members and 2%@62 with 3 year average final comp for “New” Members.  City contributes 0.5% to Deferred Compensation Plan and matches 2% to Retirement Health Plan. Employee & City pay into Social Security.
• Medical:  A choice of plans with City paid premium of up to 100% for individual coverage, and up to 90% for two-party and family, or $160 per month if waived. 
• Insurance:  City paid premiums for Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Auto:  Monthly $375 automobile allowance
• Vacation: 20 – 25 working days annual vacation earned, depending on length of service  in government
• Holidays:  13 days paid holidays per year (includes 3 floating holidays) earned
• Leaves:  12 sick days per year earned
• Programs:  Credit Union, Employee Assistance Program, and Free Fitness classes through City of San Mateo Parks and Recreation programs

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS

Based upon a review of employment applications, supplemental questionnaires and résumés received, a limited number of the most highly qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the examination process. The examination is tentatively scheduled for:  Friday, April 26, 2019

An eligible list will be established from those who pass the examination process. Current and future vacancies may be filled from this list. The list will remain in effect for six months unless exhausted sooner.  Once placed on an eligible list, and at the time a vacancy needs to be filled, eligible candidates may be contacted for additional interviews.

NOTE:  The City of San Mateo reserves the right, at its discretion, to limit the number of qualified candidates invited to the examination process.

HOW TO APPLY

Go to www.cityofsanmateo.org to apply online.  Click on “I want to…”, “Apply for  a City Job”, and “City Librarian” links to complete an on-line employment application, supplemental questionnaire, and to submit your résumé.  You may also mail a complete employment application package to:

City of San Mateo

Human Resources Department

330 West 20th Avenue

San Mateo, CA  94403

or

Fax to:  (650) 522-7261

All applicants must submit a completed official City of San Mateo employment application, supplemental questionnaire, and résumé by the filing date.

Unless otherwise specified, all responses will be conducted via the email address provided to us in your online application.  It is recommended that you frequently check your email for notices from sanmateo@CalOpps.org

The City of Brisbane is accepting applications for our summer internships.  Our internships are project oriented and are designed to give college students a good general overview of future employment opportunities and current issues in the Public Sector.  You will have the opportunity for exposure to various areas of City Administration during your internship, as well as have opportunities to network with fellow interns and participate in professional development activities in San Mateo County and/or Santa Clara County.

Projects for 2019 include

• Records Management – Assist in project oversight of our records management project, create innovate best practices to implement the records retention schedule and policy, and support the daily records management tasks in the City Clerk’s Office.

Applicants must be college students currently enrolled in and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in business, library science, public administration or other related field.  Undergraduate candidates must have a minimum 48 semester units or equivalent completed.  Applicants should also be self-motivated, have excellent interpersonal skills, able to use Microsoft Office software, demonstrate good research ability and have the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. 

SALARY AND HOURS:  Salary range for Interns starts at $15.00 per hour, 25-28 hours per week over a 12 week period.  Start date is flexible depending on student’s availability.

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Candidates can submit their applications on-line at www.calopps.org.  Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.  First review of applications will be March 20, 2019. 

SELECTION PROCESS: The applications will be screened and a limited number of applicants possessing the most relevant qualifications will be selected to participate in an oral interview.  Recommendations for appointment to the positions will be based on the results of these interviews.  Prior to appointment, fingerprinting for submission to the Department of Justice must be completed with favorable results.

The City of Brisbane is accepting applications for our summer internships.  Our internships are project oriented and are designed to give college students a good general overview of future employment opportunities and current issues in the Public Sector.  You will have the opportunity for exposure to various areas of City Administration during your internship, as well as have opportunities to network with fellow interns and participate in professional development activities in San Mateo County and/or Santa Clara County.

Projects for 2019 include

• Sustainability – Support the City’s climate and environment goals including reduction of greenhouse gas emissions and waste, and preservation of open space and natural resources. Assignments will focus primarily on education and outreach activities for a new building efficiency program, local habitat restoration events, regional and state incentive programs, and other priorities of the Open Space and Ecology Committee.

Applicants must be college students currently enrolled in and pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree in environmental engineering, environmental studies, sustainability or other related field.  Undergraduate candidates must have a minimum 48 semester units or equivalent completed.  Applicants should also be self-motivated, have excellent interpersonal skills, able to use Microsoft Office software, demonstrate good research ability and have the ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing. 

SALARY AND HOURS:  Salary range for Interns starts at $15.00 per hour, 25-28 hours per week over a 12 week period.  Start date is flexible depending on student’s availability.

APPLICATION PROCESS:  Candidates can submit their applications on-line at www.calopps.org.  Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.  First review of applications will be March 20, 2019. 

SELECTION PROCESS: The applications will be screened and a limited number of applicants possessing the most relevant qualifications will be selected to participate in an oral interview.  Recommendations for appointment to the positions will be based on the results of these interviews.  Prior to appointment, fingerprinting for submission to the Department of Justice must be completed with favorable results.

Join the Menlo Park Public Works Maintenance Division!

The Maintenance Division provides many of the basic services that affect the daily lives of everyone who lives, works, visits and commutes within the City. The Maintenance Division provides support to all City departments and provides service 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to address emergencies during non-working hours. The Maintenance Division is responsible for the following five programs; Trees, Parks, Streets, Fleet and Water. The Maintenance Division is located in the City's Corporation Yard.

This is your opportunity to join the Facilities section.

Applications are being accepted for the position of Summer Learning Program Coordinator Intern with the Library Department.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: MARCH 29, 2019 OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 50 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

INTERN POSITION:                        Summer Learning Program Coordinator Intern

DEPARTMENT:                                 Library

TERM OF ASSIGNMENT:                10 weeks

HOURS PER WEEK:                          20 hours

COMPENSATION:                            $1,500

Note:  Stipends are paid in two installments – half the amount at the mid-way point and half the amount at the end of the internship; payments made through Accounts Payable

Next Generation Regional Internship Program

In conjunction with the Two-County (San Mateo and Santa Clara) Regional Internship Program, the City of South San Francisco has several paid internship opportunities across several Departments and Divisions for current undergraduate and graduate college students who are interested in contributing to the community. An internship with the City of South San Francisco offers valuable, real-world job experience in a local government setting. Through this internship, you will gain exposure to a wide variety of programs and services, while enhancing and sharpening your writing, presentation, research, analysis, and critical thinking skills. As part of the Two-County Regional Internship Program, this experience will also be supplemented with learning forums and access to professionals in your interested field.

These paid positions are part-time and do not include benefits. The Intern position is a temporary assignment through summer 2019. These positions include flexible scheduling and College/University credit may be provided, as applicable. Interns receive direction and guidance from a supervisor who is traditionally part of the management staff.

The Community

The City of South San Francisco is located in northern San Mateo County, just ten miles south of San Francisco on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay. It is strategically located along the Bay Area’s main transportation routes, including Highway 101, Interstate 280, Caltrain, San Francisco International Airport, and Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) District commuter rail system making it very accessible.

South San Francisco is fully independent and highly commercialized, with an estimated population of 64.5K that grows to 100K during business hours. Known by many as the “Industrial City,” the community is characterized by innovation and growth, with a strong, diverse economy and business-friendly climate.

City Government

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service City providing municipal services through the collaborative efforts of approximately 500 full-time and 400 part-time staff. City Departments include Economic and Community Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Library, Parks and Recreation, Police and Public Works, as well as the Offices of the City Manager and City Attorney.

Project Description

The Summer Learning Program Coordinator Intern will work with staff to implement and run the Library's Summer Learning Program for kids and teens.  As the coordinator, the intern will be responsible for organizing the distribution of Summer Learning materials and keeping track of the number of signups and finishers, as well as prize distribution.

Outcomes

At the completion of this project, the intern will have gained organization, coordination, and communication skills, and will have gained experience working with patrons from all backgrounds and skill levels and providing fun and engaging incentives for patrons interested in joining the Summer Learning Program.

Applications are being accepted for the position of Reader Leader Coordinator Intern with the Library Department.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 5, 2019 OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 50 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

INTERN POSITION:                        Reader Leader Coordinator Intern

DEPARTMENT:                                 Library

TERM OF ASSIGNMENT:                12 weeks

HOURS PER WEEK:                          20 hours

COMPENSATION:                            $1,800

Note:  Stipends are paid in two installments – half the amount at the mid-way point and half the amount at the end of the internship; payments made through Accounts Payable

Next Generation Regional Internship Program

In conjunction with the Two-County (San Mateo and Santa Clara) Regional Internship Program, the City of South San Francisco has several paid internship opportunities across several Departments and Divisions for current undergraduate and graduate college students who are interested in contributing to the community. An internship with the City of South San Francisco offers valuable, real-world job experience in a local government setting. Through this internship, you will gain exposure to a wide variety of programs and services, while enhancing and sharpening your writing, presentation, research, analysis, and critical thinking skills. As part of the Two-County Regional Internship Program, this experience will also be supplemented with learning forums and access to professionals in your interested field.

These paid positions are part-time and do not include benefits. The Intern position is a temporary assignment through summer 2019. These positions include flexible scheduling and College/University credit may be provided, as applicable. Interns receive direction and guidance from a supervisor who is traditionally part of the management staff.

The Community

The City of South San Francisco is located in northern San Mateo County, just ten miles south of San Francisco on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay. It is strategically located along the Bay Area’s main transportation routes, including Highway 101, Interstate 280, Caltrain, San Francisco International Airport, and Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) District commuter rail system making it very accessible.

South San Francisco is fully independent and highly commercialized, with an estimated population of 64.5K that grows to 100K during business hours. Known by many as the “Industrial City,” the community is characterized by innovation and growth, with a strong, diverse economy and business-friendly climate.

City Government

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service City providing municipal services through the collaborative efforts of approximately 500 full-time and 400 part-time staff. City Departments include Economic and Community Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Library, Parks and Recreation, Police and Public Works, as well as the Offices of the City Manager and City Attorney.

Project Description

The Reader Leader Coordinator Intern will work with staff to coordinate teen volunteers with elementary school children who require additional reading assistance over the summer.  As the coordinator, the intern will be responsible for organizing, contacting, and managing all teen volunteers over the 10-week program.

Outcomes

At the completion of this project, the intern will have gained organization, coordination, and scheduling skills, and will have gained experience working with patrons from all backgrounds and skill levels.

Applications are being accepted for the position of History Room Intern with the Library Department.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 5, 2019 OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 50 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

INTERN POSITION:                         History Room Intern

DEPARTMENT:                                 Library

TERM OF ASSIGNMENT:                10 weeks

HOURS PER WEEK:                          20 hours

COMPENSATION:                            $1,500

Note:  Stipends are paid in two installments – half the amount at the mid-way point and half the amount at the end of the internship; payments made through Accounts Payable

Next Generation Regional Internship Program

In conjunction with the Two-County (San Mateo and Santa Clara) Regional Internship Program, the City of South San Francisco has several paid internship opportunities across several Departments and Divisions for current undergraduate and graduate college students who are interested in contributing to the community. An internship with the City of South San Francisco offers valuable, real-world job experience in a local government setting. Through this internship, you will gain exposure to a wide variety of programs and services, while enhancing and sharpening your writing, presentation, research, analysis, and critical thinking skills. As part of the Two-County Regional Internship Program, this experience will also be supplemented with learning forums and access to professionals in your interested field.

These paid positions are part-time and do not include benefits. The Intern position is a temporary assignment through summer 2019. These positions include flexible scheduling and College/University credit may be provided, as applicable. Interns receive direction and guidance from a supervisor who is traditionally part of the management staff.

The Community

The City of South San Francisco is located in northern San Mateo County, just ten miles south of San Francisco on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay. It is strategically located along the Bay Area’s main transportation routes, including Highway 101, Interstate 280, Caltrain, San Francisco International Airport, and Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) District commuter rail system making it very accessible.

South San Francisco is fully independent and highly commercialized, with an estimated population of 64.5K that grows to 100K during business hours. Known by many as the “Industrial City,” the community is characterized by innovation and growth, with a strong, diverse economy and business-friendly climate.

City Government

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service City providing municipal services through the collaborative efforts of approximately 500 full-time and 400 part-time staff. City Departments include Economic and Community Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Library, Parks and Recreation, Police and Public Works, as well as the Offices of the City Manager and City Attorney.

Project Description

The History Room Intern will work on a variety of archival-related projects representing the history of South San Francisco’s community and industry. Some of the projects include processing collections, assisting with programming, developing exhibits, posting on social media outlets, creating finding aids with ArchivesSpace and more.

Outcomes

At the completion of this project, the intern will have gained an understanding of how a local histories archive is run and maintained. This will include how to properly process and organize our collections and materials as well as developing a consistent presence on social media to share this archive with our community and constituents. 

Applications are being accepted for the position of Library Administration Intern - 2019 Summer Program Assistant with the Library Department.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: APRIL 5, 2019 OR UPON RECEIPT OF THE FIRST 50 ONLINE APPLICATIONS, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST.

INTERN POSITION:                         Library Administration Intern - 2019 Summer Program Assistant

DEPARTMENT:                                 Library

TERM OF ASSIGNMENT:                10 weeks

HOURS PER WEEK:                          30 hours

COMPENSATION:                            $2,250

Note:  Stipends are paid in two installments – half the amount at the mid-way point and half the amount at the end of the internship; payments made through Accounts Payable

Next Generation Regional Internship Program

In conjunction with the Two-County (San Mateo and Santa Clara) Regional Internship Program, the City of South San Francisco has several paid internship opportunities across several Departments and Divisions for current undergraduate and graduate college students who are interested in contributing to the community. An internship with the City of South San Francisco offers valuable, real-world job experience in a local government setting. Through this internship, you will gain exposure to a wide variety of programs and services, while enhancing and sharpening your writing, presentation, research, analysis, and critical thinking skills. As part of the Two-County Regional Internship Program, this experience will also be supplemented with learning forums and access to professionals in your interested field.

These paid positions are part-time and do not include benefits. The Intern position is a temporary assignment through summer 2019. These positions include flexible scheduling and College/University credit may be provided, as applicable. Interns receive direction and guidance from a supervisor who is traditionally part of the management staff.

The Community

The City of South San Francisco is located in northern San Mateo County, just ten miles south of San Francisco on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay. It is strategically located along the Bay Area’s main transportation routes, including Highway 101, Interstate 280, Caltrain, San Francisco International Airport, and Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) District commuter rail system making it very accessible.

South San Francisco is fully independent and highly commercialized, with an estimated population of 64.5K that grows to 100K during business hours. Known by many as the “Industrial City,” the community is characterized by innovation and growth, with a strong, diverse economy and business-friendly climate.

City Government

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service City providing municipal services through the collaborative efforts of approximately 500 full-time and 400 part-time staff. City Departments include Economic and Community Development, Finance, Fire, Human Resources, Information Technology, Library, Parks and Recreation, Police and Public Works, as well as the Offices of the City Manager and City Attorney.

Project Description

The Library Administration Intern will help with work with staff at the South San Francisco Public Library's Community Learning Center (CLC) assisting the office with promotion of children and adult summer programs and providing administrative support as needed.  This person will assist in the design of materials, such as flyers and questionnaires, in collecting information from community members and in compiling reports in order to analyze trends.  The intern will become familiar with library services for outreach purposes and to answer questions from the public.  Additionally, the intern will join the summer program team contributing to the learning and enrichment of children and adults.  Clerical duties will include posting updated information for the public/ staff/ volunteers and scanning documents for filing as requested.

Outcomes

Upon completion of this internship, the participant will have assisted K – 5th graders enjoy a summer of learning through reading clubs, hands-on enrichment activities, and field trips with the support of a fully trained and enthusiastic staff who understands the importance of their contribution to the program.  The intern will also have assisted with the adult and children summer programs being well-promoted, attendance and feedback will be effectively recorded, and the public will receive accurate and timely responses to their inquiries.