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The City is currently accepting applications to fill one part-time, hourly position in the Thousand Oaks Library system.  The position will involve the flexibility to work at either the Thousand Oaks or Newbury Park Library locations.  The schedule typically involves working approximately 15 hours per week, mostly after school and evening hours, but will include some weekend hours. 

Primary responsibilities:

• Monitor the public and staff areas of the library, including meeting rooms and the exterior parking areas to maintain a comfortable and safe environment.
• Respond to the materials security alarm when set off by patrons.
• Assist library staff with securing the building at closing time.
• Assist with meeting room set up as required.
• Assist with shelving and sorting books on shelves and carts as needed.
• Prepare a report of daily activity.

The San Jose Public Library is currently recruiting a Learning and Development Analyst.  This is an exciting opportunity to create innovative learning opportunities for all Library staff.  Duties include:

• Design, develop, and implement the department’s system-wide learning, development and training, conducting needs assessments, researching training classes/programs, evaluating content from professional organizations, vendors, and in-house experts, and making appropriate recommendations.
• Coordinate and facilitate multiple training classes, manage a training budget, track all trainings/attendees, utilize and manage a Learning Management System.
• Develop and coordinate the department’s On-Boarding Process, including creating on-boarding tools/resources for supervisors, maintaining the department’s New Employee Orientation, developing and facilitating Library Academies (specialized multi-day trainings) and New Manager and Supervisor Training
• Research and explore training best practices for multiple department classifications, and maintain the training SharePoint site to disseminate department-wide communications, catalogue of classes, and calendar of training events
• In coordination with Library leadership, develop a Learning and Development Training Workplan and develop smaller scale training plans for Library initiatives
• Supervise two part time staff and supervise the “On-call” substitute pool, including developing and maintaining On-call policies and procedures, hiring, onboarding, and supervision of On-call Staff
• Participate in the follow as needed: department in-service event planning, engagement activities, recruitment outreach events, and succession planning

The position requires strong creative and organizational skills and the ability effectively communicate in both verbal and written formats.  A strong customer service perspective is critical to this role.

Applications are being accepted for the position of Library Clerk - Casual/Hourly Position with the City of South San Francisco. 

APPLICATION DEADLINE: OPEN UNTIL FILLED. IF INTERESTED, PLEASE APPLY IMMEDIATELY, AS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME. 

SALARY RANGE:  $29.57 to $35.94 per hour

WORK HOURS:

Hours may vary. The Library is open seven days a week, sometimes until 8:00 p.m. Candidates must be willing to work evenings and weekends.

The City of South San Francisco is a General Law city with a population of 68,000 residents that grows to 110,000 during business hours. South San Francisco is strategically located on the west shore of the San Francisco Bay, in northern San Mateo County, 10 miles south of San Francisco. This City is also located along the Bay Area's main transportation routes, included 101, 280, Caltrain, BART, San Francisco Bay Ferry, and the San Francisco International Airport.

The City of South San Francisco is a full-service city with 12 City Departments including Police; Fire; Parks and Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Information Technology; Human Resources; City Clerk; and Office of the City Manager.  The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 460 full-time regular employees.

The City of South San Francisco proudly remains The Industrial City, a reflection of its steel mill and ship building past.  In recent years, the City has been redefined to reflect the innovative, entrepreneurial and industrious spirit, which has made South San Francisco the Biotech Capital of the World.

South San Francisco’s biotechnology cluster is the largest in the world, with roughly 45,000 life science workers, 200 biotech companies, and over 12 million square feet of office/R&D facilities – with an additional 9 million square feet of new R&D facilities in the development pipeline. 

South San Francisco enjoys a high quality of life with an extensive public parks system, active library and learning programming and a dynamic, engaged community making South San Francisco a great place to live, learn, work and play. 

The Library Clerk position available is an hourly, non-benefited, temporary assignment which operates out of the Main Library and may also include shifts at the Grand Avenue Branch Library.  The Library Clerk will assist patrons in the library while working on a busy customer service desk.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs typical service desk duties including but not limited to patron registration and account management, checking in/out materials, utilization of self-check equipment, assisting patrons with fines and fees payments and placing reserves, answering patron questions and requests.
• Assists patrons in using and locating library materials and equipment; explains library services, rules, and procedures.
• Shelves library materials.
• Assists patrons with computer and technology use and troubleshoots basic computer and MakerSpace equipment problems.

This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time. Please apply as soon as possible.

Next review of applications is scheduled for November 21, 2022. Interviews will be scheduled as we receive an adequate number of qualified applicants.

ON-CALL LIBRARY ASSISTANT        
$20.03 per hour
Branch locations and hours vary each day    
Must be available Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Do you want to work for a dynamic and forward thinking organization?  Does the idea of making a difference and serving your community appeal to you?  If so, the Sacramento Public Library is looking for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our team as an On-Call Library Assistant.  This position performs a wide variety of technical and clerical duties that support the circulation of library materials, issues library cards, takes fines and payments, provides information regarding library services, policies and procedures and the location and use of library materials and equipment.

The Sacramento Public Library is the fourth largest library system in California, serving more than 1.4 million residents in the City and County of Sacramento, including the incorporated cities of Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Isleton, and Rancho Cordova.  The system is a Joint Powers Authority, governed by a 15 member board comprised of elected officials from each of the member jurisdictions, with representation based on each jurisdiction's population.  The Authority operates 28 libraries, including the Central Library in downtown Sacramento and has over 300 staff members, contains a collection of 1.5 million volumes and has an annual budget of $50 million. More than 700 thousand residents have library cards and 8 million items are circulated annually.  The Library welcomes more than 4 million visitors annually.  This is a great opportunity for qualified applicants.

Minimum Qualifications: 

• Six months experience in a high-volume, customer-service position is preferred. One (1) year of recent (within the last three years) experience in using, supporting and/or maintaining common computer applications and equipment is preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalency is required.

Other Requirements:

• A valid Class C California Driver's License may be required for some positions at the time of appointment.
• Personal transportation for job-related travel.

Please review the On Call Library Assistant job description for additional information.

COVID POLICY: The City of Hayward has adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all new employees issued formal offers of employment on or after February 1, 2022. Under this policy, proof of full vaccination is required as a condition of initial and continued employment with the City unless the employee has applied for an exemption and is awaiting the City’s response or has been granted an exemption, or unless stricter State or Federal legal requirements apply.  If offered employment, you will receive instructions regarding how to provide verification of vaccination or how to apply for an exemption, which will be required prior to your start date.  You may read the full policy here: City of Hayward COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing Policy

DEADLINE TO APPLY:  First review scheduled for Tuesday, November 29, 2022; Open Until Filled

DEFINITION

 Inspects plans of buildings and construction for compliance with building codes, laws and ordinances, particularly those involving plumbing, heating, ventilation, refrigeration and mechanical codes; trains and instructs other inspectors on plumbing-mechanical inspections and provides working lead assistance to other inspectors as required.

Duties may include but are not limited to the following:

Performs skilled inspection work in enforcing compliance with the City's building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and energy codes plus other related local and state ordinances.

Assists the general public contractors, architects and engineers by interpreting and giving detailed explanation of requirements and application of building, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes and related local and state ordinances.

Makes joint field inspections with Building Inspector during construction of buildings to ensure compliance with applicable laws and ordinances and assists on difficult field inspection problems.

Trains and provides working lead assistance in specialty to Building Inspectors in the performance of their duties, reviews output and quality of work performed, and provides and evaluation of same to management.

Keep records and reports of inspections.

Review applications for building permit, helps applicant fill in required permit data and sees that all required documents and data are included.

Checks plumbing, heating ventilation, refrigeration and mechanical construction for compliance with codes.

Check permits to assure that all fees have been paid for fixtures gas lines, plumbing and mechanical installations.

Reviews and approves plans of industrial and commercial building to insure compliance with plumbing-mechanical codes or ordinances.

May consult with designers or builders regarding requirements in plumbing-mechanical plans.

Inspects major commercial and industrial construction for conformance with plumbing-mechanical codes.

Orders corrections and improvements whenever necessary and follows up on rejected work to see that corrections are made.

Prepares correspondence regarding inspections and code requirements.

Reviews complex plumbing-mechanical inspection work.

May issue permits and prepare office copies of documents for processing and filing.

Reviews complex plumbing and mechanical inspection work.

Meets and confers with Building Official and Assistant Building Official regarding various pertinent matters.

JOB RELATED AND ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS 

Knowledge of:

• Building, housing, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes with specialized knowledge of materials and standards to be applied in plumbing-mechanical construction.

Ability to:

• Effectively train and provide working lead assistance to subordinate personnel.
• Read and interpret building plans and specifications and to enforce their application.
• Prepare clear and concise written reports.
• Deal effectively and tactfully with fellow employees, the general public, architects and engineers.
• Research and study the various building, housing, plumbing, mechanical and electrical codes, laws and ordinances.
• Perform moderate to heavy amounts of paperwork. 
• Perform the physical aspects to a field inspection.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION

Experience: Four (4) years of experience as a journey level plumber preferably including one (1) year in a supervisory capacity.

OR

Two (2) years plumbing/mechanical inspection experience involving major commercial or industrial installations.

Education:  Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.

Licenses and Certificates: 

Ability to possess upon employment a valid Class III California Driver's License. 

International Conference of Building Officials (ICBO) Certification as a plumbing-mechanical and/or combination inspector is highly desirable, but not required.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: One (1) Year

SELECTION PROCEDURE

COVID POLICY: The City of Hayward has adopted a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for all new employees issued formal offers of employment on or after February 1, 2022. Under this policy, proof of full vaccination is required as a condition of initial and continued employment with the City unless the employee has applied for an exemption and is awaiting the City’s response or has been granted an exemption, or unless stricter State or Federal legal requirements apply.  If offered employment, you will receive instructions regarding how to provide verification of vaccination or how to apply for an exemption, which will be required prior to your start date.  You may read the full policy here: City of Hayward COVID-19 Vaccine and Testing Policy

Candidates must submit a completed City of Hayward job application and responses to the Supplemental Questionnaire which fully describe the nature of their professional experience and qualifications.  The rating of the supplemental questions may determine application status and/or rank on the eligible list.  Applications submitted without all required materials will not be considered.

Based on the information provided, employment applications will be reviewed for minimum qualifications.  Those best qualified may be invited to the next phase of the process, which may include an oral, practical, written examination and/or supplemental questionnaires reviewed by subject matter experts.

The examination process will result in a ranked eligible register of candidates for hiring consideration by the department derived from any of the exam processes mentioned above.  Actual hire depends on success in the departmental selection process.

Candidates under final consideration for employment with the City should expect to undergo an employment background/reference check that may include, but is not limited to: employment history verification, medical evaluation, confirmation of educational credentials and degrees, licenses including driver's license, registrations, certificates, and other credentials as part of the appointment process. Some positions, depending on the nature of the work, also require a credit check and a review of Summary Criminal History obtained from the State Department of Justice through Live Scan Fingerprinting.

Applicants will be notified electronically via Government Jobs as to their status in the selection process.  It is the responsibility of the applicant to ensure they can receive email notice from Neogov/Government Jobs and the City of Hayward.

APPLICATIONS

Candidates are encouraged to apply online at www.hayward-ca.gov under the Current Vacancies tab or at www.GovernmentJobs.com.  Paper applications can be obtained by visiting the Human Resources Department at Hayward City Hall located at 777 B Street, Hayward, CA  94541.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least one (1) hour to submit your application if you are a new user to the system.  Our on-line application system is provided by Government Jobs. If you have problems while applying online, please contact the Government Jobs Help Desk at  (855) 524-5627.
 

The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Redwood City’s Library Department invites you to apply for the position of Library Aide.

• Please click on the job announcement file below to review the recruitment flyer.
• A complete application is required.
• Applications will be reviewed continuously as they are received. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
• Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

The  Sonoma County Library seeks a new Library Director. This is a unique opportunity for a progressive, experienced library professional to join a dedicated staff in managing an exceptional library system in a beautiful Northern California coastal county.

Sonoma County Library is a countywide system, encompassing eight cities, one town, and the unincorporated areas of the county. A Joint Powers Agreement created in 1975, and revised in 2014, established the library as a separate public agency. Today, the library serves half a million county residents through 12 regional libraries, two rural stations, three special collections, and a wide variety of digital resources.

Please view the attached brochure for more details.

This position is open until filled. To be considered, submit your resume, cover letter, and a list of six work-related references (two supervisors, two direct reports and two colleagues) by Monday, November 28, 2022.

Applications are not being accepted by CalOPPS for this recruitment. 

Please go to the following website to submit your application: https://www.cpshr.us/recruitment/2114

For further information please contact:

Pam Derby
CPS HR Consulting
(916) 471-3126

E-mail: pderby@cpshr.us

Website: www.cpshr.us
 

PART-TIME LIBRARY ASSISTANT

Mill Valley Public Library is looking for friendly and detail-oriented individuals with a flexible schedule to work Library service desks part-time. 
 

ESTIMATED NUMBER OF HOURS:

4 -16 hours per week depending on availability. Ability to work Tuesdays, Fridays and some weekends is desired, however additional shifts may be available on other days and/or weekday evenings. 
 

ABOUT THE POSITION:

Staff members who work the public desks are the first point of contact the public has with the Library. This position will be primarily focused on work at the Circulation Desk. Individuals may be cross-trained in other departments, including Children's and/or Adult Reference. Opportunities to work in other departments will be based on interest and relevant experience. 
 

TYPICAL DUTIES:

• Perform circulation functions including checking in and out library items, locating library materials and placing holds. 
   
• Register new patrons by reviewing application forms and issuing library cards; receive and process changes of address, name, etc.
   
• Answer standard questions regarding library services and policies both in the library and on the telephone; direct patrons to appropriate areas or departments.
   
• Resolve patron problems in conformity with library procedures and policies.

CLLS AmeriCorps Library Literacy Member with San Mateo County Libraries– Full-time position  

Application: Send a resume and cover letter explaining why you are interested in this work to Nicole Cuadra at cuadra@smcl.org.   

Under the direction of the AmeriCorps Program Manager and assigned library literacy leadership team, assist in implementing California Library Literacy Services at the assigned San Mateo County Libraries. Primary roles include functioning as an adult literacy tutor for adults seeking learning services and providing capacity building services and pandemic relief by recruiting additional volunteers and adult learners. Members may also develop and promote learner leadership activities, develop financial literacy programs and tutoring, assist with family literacy services, and promote community engagement opportunities for library literacy programs. Members are assigned to one library system, and work in teams of at least 2 members. Members are trained by AmeriCorps and by their assigned libraries.   

TERM OF SERVICE: Minimum of 1700 service and training hours in the 2022-2023 year. Term begins October 2022 and ends no later than September 30, 2023. Service hours are available Monday –Sunday, and the schedule will be collaboratively set between successful applicant and San Mateo County Libraries. The service member agrees to work at least 1700 hours over the term of the assignment  

BENEFITS: $980 Living Allowance Stipend twice per month while in service (total $25,500). Education Award of $10,000 contingent upon completion of term. Student loan forbearance upon lender approval. Eligible for health insurance and child-care assistance.  

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:  

• Tutor adults in literacy skills under the direction of library literacy team; skills may include reading, writing, digital literacy, workforce development, speaking, listening  

• Attend required training sessions, workshops and community service events both inperson and virtually  

• Work with other members to help coordinate AmeriCorps activities   

• Complete required program documentation in an accurate and timely manner  

• Administer or obtain roles & goals assessments three times per year to monitor learner progress  

• Assist with recruitment and management of volunteers  

• Participate in meetings with AmeriCorps Managers and literacy leadership team • Participate in nationally recognized service days  

TRAINING PROVIDED:  

• Initial mandatory online statewide training via the AmeriCorps Supervisor and team  

• Mandatory local training by site staff, including tutor training and program orientation  

• Ongoing monthly virtual trainings provided by CLLS project staff and AmeriCorps Supervisor and team  

EVALUATION AND REPORTING:  

• Members will complete timecards biweekly using assigned reporting system  

• Members will complete goals and performance measurement reporting as required by AmeriCorps supervisors  

• Members will be evaluated twice during service year, once after three months and again after nine months; evaluations are intended to be a mutual exchange of information that informs the program’s service  

QUALIFICATIONS  

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:  

• High school diploma: college degree preferred*  o *Adult Learners on Staff (current or former CLLS learners) may qualify for service without holding a high school diploma if they agree to enroll in a high school degree program while serving.  

• Experience with education, tutoring, and/or teaching literacy skills preferred, community service and organizational skills desirable. AmeriCorps is seeking candidates who are comfortable with and competent to serve as adult literacy tutors and program organizers.  

KNOWLEDGE OF:  

• Comfort in using English in both oral and written communications  

• Basic literacy assessment techniques • Record keeping and data compilation methods  

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS:  

• Minimum age of 17   

• Documentation (U.S. birth certificate or passport) or proof of status as a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., which verifies identity and authorizes the right to offer AmeriCorps service in the U.S  

• Satisfactory criminal background and national sex offender checks (required to use the National Service Criminal History Check system)  

• Certification of any diplomas or degrees indicated as a position qualification.  

For more information about AmeriCorps visit:  

https://www.californiavolunteers.ca.gov/americorps-why-i-serve/  

Accommodation for people with disabilities:  If you are in need of special services or facilities due to a disability in order to apply or interview for this position, please contact the library where you are applying for a position.  

Community Wellness Assistant

Part-Time/Temporary

$26.88 per hour/20 hours per week (4-hour shifts)

No benefits available

(Maximum hours worked per year not to exceed 1,000 hours)

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  Apply by Friday, November 18, 2022  for first consideration

THE CITY is focused on enhancing our community members’ quality of life through well-designed services and a positive workplace culture.  San Rafael is the economic and cultural heart of Marin County, and its high quality of life is centered on its commercial districts, engaged neighborhoods, active lifestyle, and natural environment.  San Rafael (population 61,000) is a full-service city with a city council/city manager form of government with 12 departments, more than 400 employees, and an annual budget of $120 million.  The City’s vision is to be a vibrant economic and cultural center reflective of its diversity.  The City Council is engaged and seeks to strengthen the urban and commercial areas as well as sustain the beautiful natural environment.  

San Rafael’s Organizational culture framework is an initiative called “Together San Rafael.”  City employees are our greatest asset, and we seek talented individuals with diverse backgrounds who are creative, curious, and excited about a challenge.  We are a results-driven team focused on the needs of community members.  The Together San Rafael initiative is focused on modernizing City services and increasing the engagement of employees.  This initiative recognizes the interconnectedness of the customer and employee experience. 

THE POSITION:

Do you want to make a difference in your community?  Do you enjoy working with a team of seasoned professionals to provide a vital community resource?  Do you like both interacting with people and like the public library and what it represents?  Become the next Community Wellness Assistant with the City of San Rafael’s Public Library.  Your job will be to proactively promote wellness within the downtown library by helping patrons abide by the rules of behavior and, at the same time, being prepared to distribute information about community resources to people in need of social services.  Imagine yourself starting your day by greeting library regulars by name while circulating throughout the library and grounds to promote wellness.  You will be supervised by the Library, trained by the San Rafael Police Department and work closely as an intern to the Police Mental Health Liaison Lynn Murphy and comfort dog Blue.

The City of San Rafael has been active in initiatives to address homelessness including supporting the Downtown Streets Team, Marin Mobile Showers, Marin Homeless Outreach Team and most recently implementation of a Service Support Area.  The Community Wellness Intern will be another part of proactively responding to community needs. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (including but not limited to):

• Patrol library floors and exterior of the building and lobby and exterior of City Hall for the purpose of actively engaging with the community to proactively prevent violations of applicable codes and ordinances to maintain a safe and secure Library and City Hall campus.
• Works extensively with people experiencing homelessness and builds positive relationships working closely with the San Rafael Police Department’s Mental Health Liaison.
• Assists in promoting compliance with Library rules of behavior and assists Library staff with providing a welcoming, secure, and safe Library and City Hall experience for all.
• Addresses behavior concerns in a manner that de-escalates problems in a safe and appropriate manner.
• Provides a direct link to the police department by requesting officers for reports or incidents as needed while constantly communicating with the City’s Mental Health Liaison.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

1. Customer Service Values

• Knowledge of Library Strategic Plan, Customer Service Values, Social Services Safety Net and general positive customer service approach.

2. Service Techniques

• San Rafael Police Department Vision
• Knowledge of safe work practices
• Knowledge of common computer applications such as email and internet searching

3. Setting

• Ability to work irregular hours, including nights and weekends
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Ability to work effectively and courteously with all members of the public, including people of diverse cultural, ethnic, and socio-economic backgrounds

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Enrollment in or completed coursework in a social services or community focused organization or program is highly desirable
• Work experience requiring public contact and interpretation of general rules and regulations
• Experience assisting or volunteering in a community focused or community outreach or social services organization is highly desirable.
• Must have a demonstrated personal history of being able to live harmoniously with others.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: 

Employees must be able to maintain the physical condition necessary for performing the assigned duties, which may include sitting or standing for extended periods of time.  Employees must be able to remain alert and coherent and to take or to decide between alternative courses of action under routine, highly stressful, or environmentally difficult conditions.  Employees work indoors and outdoors, in direct contact with other City personnel and the public, without close supervision.

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 since this information will be used to determine who will be invited to participate in the next phase of the examination process.  The examination process may include any or all of the following:  Application appraisal, oral board examination, and written examination.  The passing point for the oral and/or written examination final score will be 70%.  Prior to appointment, candidate must pass a background check, DMV check and fingerprinting.  To file an application, go to www.calopps.org.  Select “Member Agencies”.  Select “City of San Rafael”.  For more information on the City of San Rafael, go to www.cityofsanrafael.org.  Follow this link to submit your application:   https://www.calopps.org/san-rafael/job-20311272 

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 no later than seven (7) calendar days before the test date.