THE POSITION
To perform a wide variety of paraprofessional technical and clerical library work related to such activities as cataloging, classification, circulation and assisting patrons. The purpose of this recruitment is to fill a current vacancy in the Woodland Public Library, as well as establish an eligibility list for future vacancies.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The Ideal Candidate will have experience working in a library, as well as excellent customer service skills. The Library Technical Assistant position assists the librarians in all aspects of library work. This particular position will focus on supporting the children’s and teen library divisions as well as outreach to the community. The Ideal Candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, and enjoy working in a team. Ability to work nights and weekends is required. Ability to understand and speak Spanish is highly desirable.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
This is the entry-level class in the paraprofessional Library Technical Assistant series. The following are typical illustrations of duties encompassed by the job class, not an all-inclusive or limiting list:
Serve at a circulation desk, check books in and out of library; issue library cards; conduct and oversee inventories and processing of books and other library materials; maintain bibliographic records; and establish and maintain collection files and records. Provide general information to the public pertaining to library services and programs. Operate and maintain various library-related equipment and general office equipment. Perform standard office support work such as answering telephones, ordering supplies, maintaining files and operating computer terminals. Regular, predictable, consistent and timely attendance is an essential function of the position, in that Employee must be present to work to complete assigned tasks. Work cooperatively with others.
Under supervision, conduct various special programs and community outreach activities such as story hours and reading programs. May train and assign routine tasks and provide technical instruction to part-time positions in area of responsibility. Locate books and other materials using indices, catalog guides, and computers. Assist patrons in completing requests for materials not available in the local collection and verify completeness of requests; receive and process inter-library loan requests; maintain inter-library loan services. Prepare displays and exhibits. Post, file, maintain recurring accumulative records; compile data and prepare summary activity reports including circulation statistics, user and loan survey reports and materials collection lists. Perform related duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education:
Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade.
Experience:
One (1) year of experience performing general clerical or related work in a public library system.
APPLICATION
Apply with a City of Woodland application by visiting www.cityofwoodland.org/employment or the Human Resources Office, City Hall, 300 First Street, 2nd Floor, Woodland, CA 95695, by 5:00 PM on Friday, April 14, 2023. Résumés and cover letters are encouraged but will not be accepted in lieu of the application form. Postmarks will not be accepted.
Review Process: Based on the information provided in the application documents, the best qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, written and/or practical exam, oral interview or any combination thereof.
If you have a disability that requires accommodation during the selection process, please notify Human Resources at least seven (7) days prior to the event.
Virtual panel interview is tentatively scheduled for the week of May 1, 2023.
BENEFITS
Current Salary:
$3,035.77 - $3,874.51/month ($1,401.13 - $1,788.24/bi-weekly)
Retirement:
CalPERS Retirement System (2 % @ 60 formula for Classic CalPERS members and 2% @ 62 formula for new CalPERS members). The City does not participate in social security
Deferred Compensation:
Choice of deferred compensation plans (Traditional and Roth) After successful completion of probation, new hires are eligible for a 2% City contribution.
Medical:
CalPERS Medical Insurance Plans, including HMOs and PPOs. City gives an allowance toward the cost of insurance. Maximum Family Medical Allowance (2023): $2,463.99 per month
Dental/Vision:
City paid Delta Dental and EyeMed Vision Benefits
LTD/STD:
City paid wage protection for long/short term disabilities
Life Insurance:
City provides $50,000 life insurance policy
Supplemental Benefits:
Voluntary Supplemental Life, Cancer, Accident Only, STD/LTD and Critical Illness insurance, and Flexible Spending Accounts available
Vacation:
6.7 hours per month during first three years of service
Holidays:
12.5 paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
Sick Leave:
8 hours per month
Bilingual Pay:
$200 per month upon certification
Professional Growth Incentive:
$625 per fiscal year for education or professional activities
The City of Woodland hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.
The City of Woodland is an Equal Opportunity Employer