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The Senior Program Assistant performs professional level recreational programming and is responsible for overseeing day to day activities for the summer camp, afterschool programs, and recreation programs at the Onetta Harris Community Center. This position requires organizational skills such as planning and implementation of activities, interpretation of policies, procedures, and regulations.

Sonoma County Library

Announces an Employment Opportunity 
 
FUND DEVELOPMENT MANAGER – ROHNERT PARK HEADQUARTERS

40 HOURS PER WEEK – FULL TIME 

THE POSITION:  Please see the attached job specification for full details about this position.  
 
Under general direction of the Library Director, this position is responsible for overall coordination and direction of the Sonoma County Library’s fundraising efforts, including annual giving, major gifts, grant writing, public/private partnerships, advocacy, development-related marketing, and fundraising events. 
 
TYPICAL TASKS include, but are not limited to:  
 

• Serves on the Operations Management Team to ensure appropriate matches between Library operations and management and objectives of the philanthropic community.
• Assists the Library Foundation in managing its fundraising operations including reports, board development, committees, and communications.
• Develops overall goals and objectives for successful fundraising in coordination with Library Management.
• Provides analytical and technical assistance in the Library strategic planning process and implementation of activities to financially build and sustain library programs and services.
• Creates and implements an annual giving campaign, as well as individual donor campaigns, including mail campaigns, personal visits, fundraising events, and relevant publications.
• Researches grant opportunities to support identified Library projects and programs; writes and submits grant applications in partnership with applicable Library staff; submits grant reports and documentation as required.
• Participates in community relations activities as necessary to promote the Library and cultivate donor relationships.
• Develops and distributes marketing materials and communications for donors and community members in consultation with the Community Relations Manager.
• Coordinates legislative lobbying efforts through the Library Foundation and assists Library Director in advocacy efforts through the public library at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Serves as liaison to potential funders including the Library Foundation, community organizations, governmental agencies, and the branch libraries. 

 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  
 
Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, or a related field.  
 
Experience: Four (4) years of successful fundraising or similar work experience. 
 
 
WORKING CONDITIONS: 
 
May be required to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends. 
 
 
SALARY RANGE:  $88,088.00 to $110,032.00 annually plus benefits 
 
CLOSING DATE:  Open until filled, first review on Wednesday, June 26, 2019  
 
 
APPLICATION PROCESS: Please go to https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library to apply. Applications must be complete and submitted by the final filing date in order to be considered. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. Resumes will not substitute for a completed application.  
 
The application process may contain one or more of the following steps: a supplemental application, written test(s), skills assessment(s), and/or oral examination(s). 
 
 
EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION: Employment offers will be contingent upon a successful pre-employment verification/criminal records clearance. Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment. 
 
 
The eligibility list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future positions as they occur during the active status of the list. 

The Sonoma County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer 

Est. MAY 2019

FLSA: EXEMPT 
 

FUND DEVELOPMENT MANAGER

Unrepresented 

 
 DEFINITION 

Under general direction of the Library Director, this position is responsible for overall coordination and direction of the Sonoma County Library’s fundraising efforts, including annual giving, major gifts, grant writing, public/private partnerships, advocacy, development-related marketing, and fundraising events. 
 
The incumbent plans, develops, coordinates, and directs activities in fund development and grant management: provides analytical and technical assistance in the Library’s strategic planning of activities to financially build and sustain library programs and services; and to perform other related duties as assigned. 
 
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general direction from the Library Director.  Exercises direct and/or general supervision over and provides training to assigned professional, paraprofessional, technical, and support staff.   
 
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS      

This position reports directly to the Library Director and provides budget development from public/private funding sources, serves as an adviser to the Library Foundation Director and management staff on fund development and grant management. Responsibilities are defined by overall objectives and include oversight of numerous services and programs directly or through subordinate levels of supervision. The incumbent oversees, coordinates, develops and administers current and long-range planning activities related to system-wide events, programs, and outreach activities in support of organizational goals; and provides highly complex support to the Library Director in areas of specialized expertise. The work requires initiative, independent judgment and the ability to make decisions within the scope of general policies and procedures and to resolve organizational and service delivery problems. This class is differentiated from the Library Director in that the latter has oversight of all Sonoma County Library divisions, sections, programs, activities, and services, it is differentiated from the Community Relations Manager in that its main focus is to work with the community on increasing capital and in kind donations to the Library, while the latter is to communicates awareness of all Library-related programs and services.   
 
EXAMPLES OF TYPICAL JOB FUNCTIONS (ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY) 
Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job. 
 

• Serves on the Operations Management Team to ensure appropriate matches between Library operations and management and objectives of the philanthropic community. 
•  Assists the Library Foundation in managing its fundraising operations including reports, board development, committees, and communications.
• Develops overall goals and objectives for successful fundraising in coordination with Library Management.
• Provides analytical and technical assistance in the Library strategic planning process and implementation of activities to financially build and sustain library programs and services.
• Creates and implements an annual giving campaign, as well as individual donor campaigns, including mail campaigns, personal visits, fundraising events, and relevant publications.
• Plans and implements short-term and long-range plans for ongoing fundraising efforts that support new library initiatives in keeping with the Library’s Strategic Plan.
• Researches grant opportunities to support identified Library projects and programs; writes and submits grant applications in partnership with applicable Library staff; submits grant reports and documentation as required.
• Assists in the preparation of contract and grant agreements; monitors grant agreements for compliance; and assists with the development of an accountability system, evaluation measures and reporting requirements.
• Participates in community relations activities as necessary to promote the Library and cultivate donor relationships.
• Develops and distributes marketing materials and communications for donors and community members in consultation with the Community Relations Manager.
• Coordinates legislative lobbying efforts through the Library Foundation and assists Library Director in advocacy efforts through the public library at the local, state, and federal levels.
• Cultivates and nurtures relationships with current and potential corporate, foundation, and individual donors.
• Works with the Library Foundation to organize fundraising events.
• Maintains and provides accurate and timely reports, data, and supporting information, as needed.
• Interacts and communicates pleasantly and effectively with diverse customers and staff, maintaining a positive and professional demeanor and providing friendly courteous service.
• Serves as liaison to potential funders including the Library Foundation, community organizations, governmental agencies, and the branch libraries.
• Conducts presentations to the Library Foundation Board, department heads, potential funding sources, key supporters, and other community stakeholders.
• Attends and participates in a variety of meetings and committees.
• Performs other duties and special projects as requested. 

 
 
COMPETENCIES 
Knowledge of:  
 

• All aspects of planning, organizing and implementing institutional, not-for-profit fund raising programs, as well as fund development and grant management, and public and private funding sources.
• Sonoma County business, professional, educational, and community organizations; and of Sonoma County Library’s organization, mission, and financial needs.
• Finances and fiscal management procedures and practices.
• Principles and techniques of grant writing and administrative analysis.
• General principles of public administration. 
• Ability to develop and successfully implementing a variety of programs.  
• Excellent presentation and public speaking skills.
• Superior organizational, interpersonal, and writing skills.  
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Library staff.
• Vision, diplomacy, imagination and a strong sense of community purpose.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.  
• Strong organizational skills with keen attention to detail and ability to multi-task to meet multiple deadlines.  
• Knowledge of complete fundraising cycle and ability to function in all phases.  
• Must have experience developing a variety of fundraising strategies.  

 
Ability to:

• Research, analyze and make recommendations.
• Communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.
• Write grants.
• Make formal presentations to a variety of groups.
• Plan, organize, coordinate and prioritize work.
• Work independently, but also collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, community resources and organizations.
• Remain flexible and adapt to a dynamic environment, as well as institutional and community cultures.
• Work a schedule that may include evenings and weekends.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 
• Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, policies, procedures, and other written materials. 
• Interpret, apply, explain, and ensure compliance with applicable Federal, State, and local policies, procedures, laws, and regulations.
• Establish and maintain a variety of filing, record keeping, and tracking systems.
• Organize and prioritize a variety of projects and multiple tasks in an effective and timely manner. 
• Operate and maintain modern office equipment, including computers, scanners, and printers.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy and legal guidelines, especially in politically sensitive situations.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
• Maintain integrity, autonomy, and self-motivation to work independently and initiate projects.
• Ability to motivate and engage staff at all levels of the development program.   

 
QUALIFICATIONS 
Education: Possession of a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration, or a related field.  
 
Experience: Four (4) years of successful fundraising or similar work experience. 

 
Licenses and Certifications: Must possess and maintain a valid California Class C Driver License. 
 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS 
Must possess mobility to work in a standard office and library setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This classification primarily works indoors and requires movement between work areas. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve materials and data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate standard office equipment. Positions in this classification occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push and pull drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information. Positions in this classification occasionally lift and carry reports, records, and materials that typically weigh less than twenty-five (25) pounds. 
 
Position will require travel throughout Sonoma County to plan, review and implement activities, and establish friendly and cooperative working relationships with elected officials, community representatives, and library staff.  

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS 
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 staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures. 
 
WORKING CONDITIONS 
May be required to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.  
 

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

Summary of Duties

The City of Salinas is accepting applications for Literacy Clerks to support student and family literacy programs. These are temporary assignments with varied schedules that may work at any branch and/or the Library's Bookmobile. Background and experience in Early Childhood Education (ECE) and other family literacy programs is highly desirable. Temporary employees may not exceed a maximum of 25 work hours per week or 1,000 work hours per fiscal year (fiscal year runs from July 1 – June 30).
 
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS: All applicants must provide a copy of diploma/GED and typing certificate of 40 net words per minute, valid within the last twelve months, at the time of application as a single PDF attachment or submit to the Human Resources department. We will not accept typing exams completed online.  Applications are considered incomplete without the required documents.

DEFINITION
 
Under direct supervision, perform a wide variety of general and clerical duties, including those related to Literacy Services for the Library and Community Services Department, with a strong emphasis on providing public service.
 
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
 
Receive general supervision from the Literacy Program Manager and other higher-level department staff.  Exercises no supervision.

Essential Job Functions

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Perform direct public service in Literacy Services, assisting with program support and delivery.  Answer routine, directional and informational questions in person and by telephone for library and Literacy Services.  Respond to patron requests for Literacy Services.  Create and maintain confidential files.  Collect pertinent program data.  Inventory and order supplies as needed.  Assist with the maintenance of tutor and learner files.  Assist with setting up and cleaning up for events and programs.  May also assist with fundraising activities.  May perform direct public service at the circulation desk. Register patrons for library cards.  Assist in receiving and processing books and other acquisitions. Assist in circulation procedures by charging out and accepting returned books, pamphlets, periodicals, and other library materials.  Prepare returned library materials for return to the circulation collection and Literacy Program collection; Compute and collect monies for reserves, overdue fines, lost materials and other miscellaneous library materials; count and balance revenue receipts; prepare for deposit.  Label, cover and prepare books and pamphlets for shelving.  Type book lists, records, order forms and other items. Search shelves for specific books and periodicals. Collaborate with other library staff on various partnerships. Regularly assist in maintaining a neat appearance of the library, clean tables, circulation desk counter tops, terminals, etc.  Drive the delivery van and deliver and/or pick up materials from other libraries and other city locations as needed. Drive the Bookmobile or Snappymobile as needed. Assist with setting up and cleaning up for events and programs.  Promote and maintain safety in the work place.  May perform Library Clerk and other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:
 
Library terminology.  Dewey Decimal system.  Library filing rules, procedures and Literacy programs.  Modern office methods, practices and procedures.  English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.  Basic arithmetic. Microsoft Office programs and internet research skills.
 
Ability to:
 
Follow oral and written instructions.  Perform or learn library clerical tasks and become familiar with departmental procedures. Learn to use the Library Catalog and the Integrated Library System (ILS). Use standard office and library equipment including a computer.  Spell correctly.  Make routine mathematical calculations.  Perform data collection.  Deal courteously and tactfully with the public.  Operate motor vehicles.  Establish and maintain effective relationships with others.  Effectively organize workload.  Bilingual skills (Spanish) highly desirable. 
 
Skills to:
 
Operate a personal computer with proficiency using work processing and spreadsheet programs.  Skill in utilizing Internet and Social media web sites.  Type at a speed of 40 words per minute. Judgment necessary to obey all applicable laws and make sound decision while operating a motor vehicle. 
 
License or Certificate:
 
Possession of a valid California Driver's License is required.  Employee will be required to use a City vehicle(s) for business use.
 
Education and Experience:
 
High school diploma/GED and one year of general office assistance work experience; or one year of working with the public in a library setting.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL CHARACTERISTICS 
 
Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; manual dexterity sufficient to write, use telephone, business machines and related equipment; vision sufficient to read printed materials and distinguish colors; and safely operate a motor vehicle; hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone conversations; speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in a normal conversational distance, on the telephone and in addressing groups; physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb and reach overhead; physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment, physical strength to lift up to 25 lbs.; may occasionally lift up to 40 pounds of library materials; physical stamina sufficient to sit for prolonged periods of time; mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions.
 
WORKING CONDITIONS
 
Business office working environment subject to standing at the public service counter for long periods of time, bending, crouching, or kneeling at files and shelving units;  pushing/pulling of book carts and supplies; lifting and transferring books from bins to carts and to shelves; reaching in all directions and frequent periods of time working at a computer terminal.

Recruitment Contact:

Phone: (831) 758-7416 
Email: patricip@ci.salinas.ca.us

The City of Pacifica is currently hiring for Child Care Aides and Child Care Associate Teachers to join our team!

Are you 18 years of age or older?  

Are you available to work Monday through Friday with varying shifts?

Do you have a passion for working with children?

If so, apply today!

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity for Child Care Professionals. Currently, the City of Pacifica Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department is recruiting for Child Care Aides and Child Care Associate Teachers to join our Child Care Team! The level at which an individual is hired will be dependent on the applicant's qualifications, work experience and education.

This recruitment may close at any time. Recruitment is open until vacancies have been filled.

At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it’s about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.

Salary

Child Care Aide: $12.50 - $16.00 per hour, part time, non-benefited, typically limited to 1,000 hours per year 

Child Care Associate Teacher: $14.00 - $25.00 per hour, part time, non-benefited, typically limited to 1,000 hours per year

CHILD CARE AIDE

This position will work directly with a Child Care Site Coordinator or Lead Teacher at varying pre-school or K-6/ K-8 school sites based on program needs. The Child Care Aide is responsible for leading activities and supervising small groups of children in State-funded Title V programs.

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assisting staff in implementing youth recreation activities, sports, arts, crafts, and other age-appropriate activities
• Maintaining discipline, site safety and observe the overall physical and emotional well-being of the program participants
• Interacting with parents, participants, school district and city employees in a professional manner
• Attending staff meetings and in-service trainings as required

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. 

CHILD CARE ASSOCIATE TEACHER

This position is responsible for leading activities and supervision of small groups of children at a State-funded Title V program. 

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assisting staff in implementing youth recreation activities, sports, arts, crafts, and other age-appropriate activities.
• Maintaining discipline, site safety and observe the overall physical and emotional well-being of the program participants.
• Interacting with parents, participants, school district and city employees in a professional manner.
• Assisting students in completing homework in a variety of subjects.
• Attending staff meetings and in-service training as required.

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. 

The City of Pacifica is currently hiring for multiple Child Care Teacher’s to join our team!

Do you have experience working with Children?

Do you have a passion for public service?

If so, apply today! Child Development Permitted Professionals encouraged to apply!

THE OPPORTUNITY

The City of Pacifica is a beautiful coastal community, just south of San Francisco with an exciting opportunity for Child Care Professionals. Currently, the City of Pacifica Parks, Beaches and Recreation Department is recruiting for Child Care Teacher II’s and III’s to join our Child Care Team! The level at which incumbents will be hired depends on qualifications.

At the City of Pacifica, we are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. To us, equal opportunity employment is not just about compliance, it’s about who you are, how you can help our City and who you want to be. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and residents.

CHILD CARE TEACHER II: $3,556 - $4,128 (Includes 2% increase effective 7/6/19)

CHILD CARE TEACHER III: $3,970 - $4,806 (Includes 2% increase effective 7/6/19)

This is a full-time benefited position that includes a comprehensive benefits package.

This position is pending budget approval for Fiscal Year 2019/2020. Anticipated start date if approved is end of July. 

CHILD CARE TEACHER II

Under the direct supervision of the Child Care Site Coordinator, the Child Care Teacher II is responsible to provide recreational and educational instruction and activities, social development, guidance and care for preschool and elementary age children by leading and assisting in the selection and coordination of a variety of activities and curriculum at a child care site.

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Under the supervision of a Child Care Teacher III:

• Provide general supervision of children from ages 2.5 to 14 years.
• Assist in the development of diversified program of recreational games, arts, crafts and other activities for elementary school children.
• Assist in the development of a diversified preschool curriculum of music, science, math, dramatic play, social studies, literature and recreational activities.
• Plan and lead a variety of activities appropriate to children of various age groups.
• Participate in and evaluate the effectiveness of activities and events.
• Instruct children in the safe and proper use of supplies and equipment.
• Instruct children in proper health and hygiene care.

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. 

CHILD CARE TEACHER III (LEAD)

Under the direction of the Child Care Site Coordinator, the Child Care Teacher III is responsible for providing recreational and educational instruction and activities, social development, guidance and care for preschool and elementary age children by leading and assisting in the selection and coordination of a variety of activities and curriculum at a child care site.

BASIC EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist in the development of a diversified program of recreational games, sports, arts, crafts and other activities for elementary school children.
• Assist in the development of a diversified preschool curriculum of music, science, math, dramatic play, social studies, literature and recreational activities.
• Plan and lead a variety of activities appropriate to children of various age groups.
• Participate in and evaluate the effectiveness of activities and events.
• Instruct children in the safe and proper use of supplies and equipment.
• Instruct children in proper health and hygiene care.
• Assist in the selection and arrangement of field trips, special events and guest speakers. Assist with the preparation of site nutrition program.
• Assist with developing discipline techniques and maintaining acceptable classroom behavior from participants.
• Participate in cleaning and maintaining the facility and equipment.
• Inspect the site and equipment for potential safety hazards; take corrective action to prevent injuries.
• Assist in recording numbers for attendance and nutrition reports.
• Assist Site Coordinator in preparing yearly State of California Desired Results reports, including managing children’s portfolios, and monitoring student progress.

The duties described in this job announcement are intended only as illustrations of the basic types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. 

The City of Redwood City is looking for energetic people interested in working approximately 5 -15 hours per week, Monday-Sunday, varying hours, performing children’s reference services, planning and presenting storytimes, organizing and conducting library programs, assisting with homework, shelving library materials, and supervising and monitoring youth customers in the main library or library branches.  

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

CHILD CARE DIRECTOR

Pickleweed Preschool

$3,960 - $4,814 per month

Plus excellent benefits

LAST DAY TO APPLY:   Open Until Filled – Applications reviewed on a weekly basis

THE POSITION:

The City of San Rafael is recruiting for a Child Care Director.  Under the direction of the Recreation Supervisor, this position will perform responsible work in administering and managing a state-funded preschool program.  The incumbent in this position will independently oversee the program and staff at Pickleweed Preschool located in East San Rafael. 

This position performs the following essential job duties: 

• Assist with the establishment of the program budget
• Hire, train, and supervise staff
• Supervise timely completion of annual ECERS
• Supervise completion of DRDP assessments twice annually
• Supervise timely completion of parent surveys
• Supervise timely completion of two parent conferences annually
• Supervise timely ongoing child portfolios
• Supervise and implement systems for creating and maintaining regular written child observations
• Complete annual June 1st report to Department of Education
• Schedule staff and ensure appropriate staffing levels are maintained
• Facilitate parent nights for families four times per year
• Liaison with parents and school districts
• Function as classroom instructor
• Approve Child Care Instructor II curriculum and plans
• Organize regular staff meetings
• Oversees referrals of children for assessment and special services
• Complete annual written evaluations of all staff
• Perform other duties as required.

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

• Early Childhood Development
• Curriculum models such as CLASS and Pyramid training
• Classroom management techniques
• Appropriate disciplinary techniques.
• Oral and written communications skills
• Group leadership and teaching skills

• Ability to organize and manage child files for licensing.
• Ability to report any unusual incident involving parents and staff to administration and licensing
• Ability to work within established budget and order supplies for program.
• Ability to schedule and approve staff vacations, sick leave and other personal leaves.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, staff, parents, and community representatives.
• Ability to work independently in carrying out a comprehensive program.
• Willingness to support and carry out the goals and objectives of the Child Care program.

Education and/or Experience:

• AA Degree or 60 units, with 24 ECE  units plus 6 administrative units and 2 adult supervision units and one year working in a preschool program, AND/OR
• Site Supervisor Permit.    

Special Requirements:

• Must be willing to work the hours required for the assigned Center.
• Possession of California Driver’s License preferred. 

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. 

Must be able to perform physical activities, such as, but not limited to lifting or carrying children or heavy items (up to 40 lbs.) unassisted, reaching, bending, standing, or walking.  The employee is occasionally required to sit, climb, or balance, twist, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

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 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 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, reference check, credit check, driving record, fingerprinting, and drug screen.    

• Follow this link to apply: 

San Mateo Public Library

Employment Opportunity

 Immediate Opening for a Child Care Provider

Close Date: Open until filled or upon receipt of the first 50 applications, whichever occurs first.    

Project Read – San Mateo is seeking child care assistance during English tutoring classes.

Position:          Recreation Specialist II / Library

Salary:             $15.48 per hour.

Job Type:         Part time – no benefits

Hours:              Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:15 a.m. – 11:15 a.m., some evenings & weekends.    

Daily responsibilities may include:

• Engage with children in play activities such as games, puzzles, reading books, coloring (all toys and equipment provided by program). 
• Notify parents when children need to use the bathroom or diapers need to be changed; or take children to the bathroom during library programs.   
• Help set up room.
• Help maintain the cleanliness of toys and rooms.
• Put away toys and supplies at end of session.   
• Help clean up after Library programs.

Desired Qualifications: 

• Prior experience caring for young children. 
• Good communication skills with a wide variety of people.
• Ability to speak Spanish, bilingual – Spanish & English – preferred.
• Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
• Good judgment and safety skills. 
• Punctuality, reliability and trustworthiness.
• Pass Live Scan fingerprint background check.

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

Close Date: Open until filled or upon receipt of the first 50 applications, whichever occurs first.                   

To Apply:  Submit an official City of San Mateo employment application to:

Project Read, San Mateo Public Library

55 West Third Avenue, San Mateo, CA  94402

or

Submit an online application and resumé at www.calopps.org.

Resumes may be submitted but must accompany the official City of San Mateo employment application. Upon review of applications, candidates who appear to be the best qualified will be invited for an interview.

Employment application forms may be printed from the City of San Mateo website at:  www.cityofsanmateo.org, under Human Resources.

For Additional Information:  Contact Donya Sultani, Literacy Program Coordinator at 650-522-7845 or email at: sultani@cityofsanmateo.org.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

www.smplibrary.org

The City of Redwood City’s Library Department is looking for energetic people interested in working with teens to organize and conduct educational and recreational activities, assist with homework, provide educational support, provide information regarding library materials, helping the teens with computer usage and questions, and build cooperative, supportive and trusting relationships with the youth visiting the Teen Center. The Library Teen Center Educational & Recreation Specialist will also support the Project READ program, which is committed to the literacy needs of our community by providing student-centered tutoring lessons that focus on reading, writing and critical thinking skills.

Please click on the PDF link below to review the complete job announcement.

The City of Salinas, Library and Community Services Department is accepting applications for Library Page to accommodate a schedule of seven (7) days a week. These are temporary assignments with varied schedules that may work at any of the three libraries: John Steinbeck, Cesar Chavez and El Gabilan or at our temporary location inside of the Salinas Northridge Mall. Temporary employees may not exceed a maximum of 25 work hours per week and 1,000 work hours per fiscal year (fiscal year runs from July 1 – June 30).

DEFINITION: Under direct supervision, perform a variety of duties including book check-in, shelving and delivery tasks in the Library and Community Services Department.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED: Receive direct supervision from higher-level library personnel.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION: Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

Shelve library materials in their proper locations and shelf read. Deliver and/or pick-up materials from libraries and other city locations using city delivery van as needed.  Drive Bookmobile occasionally.  Check-in library materials.  Empty book returns/bins.  Maintain shelves accurately and in a neat appearance; straighten and rearrange shelves when necessary.  Inform supervisor of materials which are damaged or beyond repair.  Process library materials, e.g. covering, cleaning, casing/re-casing materials, etc.  Assist in maintaining a neat appearance of the library; clean tables, circulation desk counter top and terminals.  Assist with set up and clean up for events and programs. Unpack deliveries.  Place library materials in the proper location for shelving.  Perform opening and closing duties.  Replenish public use supplies.  Promote and maintain safety in the workplace.  Perform related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge of: The alphabet, Dewey Decimal System and other systems used in filing library materials. Ability to:  Follow oral and written instructions.  Spell and file correctly.  Establish and maintain effective relationships with others.  Deal courteously and tactfully with the public.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL CHARACTERISTICS:  Physical, mental and emotional stamina to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position; manual dexterity sufficient to write, use telephone, business machines and related equipment; vision sufficient to read printed materials and distinguish colors; hearing sufficient to conduct in person and telephone conversations; speaking ability in an understandable voice with sufficient volume to be heard in a normal conversational distance, on the telephone and in addressing groups; physical agility to push/pull, squat, twist, turn, bend, stoop, climb and reach overhead; physical mobility sufficient to move about the work environment, physical strength to lift up to 25 lbs; may occasionally lift up to 40 pounds of books; physical stamina sufficient to sit for prolonged periods of time; mental acuity to collect and interpret data, evaluate, reason, define problems, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, make valid judgments and decisions.

WORKING CONDITIONS:  Business office working environment subject to sitting at a desk or standing for long periods of time, bending, crouching, or kneeling at files and shelving units; pushing/pulling of book carts and supplies, lifting and transferring books from bins to carts and to shelves; reaching in all directions and occasional periods of time working at a computer terminal.

License or Certificate:  Possession of a valid California Driver’s License.

Education and Experience:  An example of the education and experience which most likely demonstrates the skills, knowledge and abilities required to perform the duties would be any combination equivalent to high school course work.

SELECTION PROCESS: Applicants’ qualifications will be evaluated based on the information provided on the employment application.  The exam process may consist of an oral interview and written exercise.  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.  

The City of Salinas does not discriminate on the basis of 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 Officer 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. 5/21/19 ma. EEO Utilization Report is available for candidate review upon request.