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Special Pay Incentives:

• All sworn personnel will receive an additional 5.5% pay increase to be provided this year as soon as CalPERS approves the negotiated EPMC change.
• Premium Pay – An additional $6/hour for all sworn personnel, paid through June 30, 2023.
• POST Certificate Pay – Additional 5% for Intermediate POST, and 10.3% for Advanced POST certificates.
• Special Assignment Pay – 5% additional pay for special assignments.
• Longevity Pay – 3% at 5 years and 6% at 10 years of service.

Community: Located nearly halfway between San Francisco and Sacramento, Suisun City is a hidden gem of the Bay Area. Suisun City is accessible from Interstate 80 via Highway 12 and Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor commuter rail stop at the Train Depot, right to the heart of the City’s historic Waterfront District, making it a prime location for job seekers as well as homeowners. The community is a unique destination for a Bay Area day trip, an overnight getaway or a place to work, particularly with its reverse commute for inner Bay Area residents. Residents of this mostly bedroom community take great pride in their full-service public safety services provided by the Police and Fire Departments.

The Department: The Suisun City Police Department is a progressive and proactive law enforcement agency. As a result of its proximity to neighboring jurisdictions, the employees of the Suisun City Police Department remain extremely busy as they address the needs of the community.

The Position

The Police Sergeant is a supervisory class responsible for performing administrative, supervisory, and technical duties in leading program level functions within the department.  Employees in this class command an assigned patrol watch or program unit, ,and provide leadership for ongoing crime prevention, investigative, and administrative activities.  There are several vacancies available.

Essential Job Functions

The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Assumes supervisory responsibility for activities, operations, and services of an assigned program area including patrol shifts, training, reserves, task forces, administration, and community relations; may assume responsibility for assigned collateral functions and supervise and participate in special programs and special assignments.
• Plans, prioritizes, assigns, supervises and reviews the work of sworn law enforcement staff providing a wide range of patrol investigative, and other law enforcement activities; supervises non-sworn staff in dispatch, records, parking enforcement, property and evidence room, and other functions as assigned.
• Receives, prioritizes, and coordinates response to complaints, emergency situations, and investigations; supervises and coordinates the allocation of assigned personnel and equipment in response to calls for service, case investigations, and administrative issues.
• Reviews and monitors work of assigned staff; monitors work activities to ensure safe work practices, quality, and accuracy; ensures compliance with applicable policies and procedures; works directly with sworn and non-sworn personnel in the interpretation of City and department policies; reviews police reports; spot checks staff work in the field and interviews citizens to see how calls were handled.
• Trains and evaluates assigned personnel; provides training, guidance, and counseling to assigned personnel; completes employee performance evaluations and reviews as required promotes career development of subordinates.
• Responds to major crimes, accident scenes, and emergencies; assumes initial command; establishes field command; participates in shift actives as necessary including enforcing local and state laws; may issue citations, make arrests, and transport prisoners; responds to difficult inquiries and complaints including citizen complaints; represents the department with other law enforcement services and allied agencies, other City departments, schools, civic groups and the public.

Community

Located nearly halfway between the metropolitan powerhouses of San Francisco and the state’s capital, Sacramento, Suisun City is hidden gem of the Bay Area. Suisun City is accessible from Interstate 80 via Highway 12 and Amtrak’s Capitol Corridor commuter rail service right to the heart of the City’s historic Waterfront District, making it a prime location for job seekers as well as homeowners. The community is a unique destination for a Bay Area day trip, an overnight getaway or even a place to work, particularly with its reverse commute for inner Bay Area residents. The Waterfront Promenade offers beautiful views and serves as an ideal setting for the myriad of outdoor activities, dining choices and lunch hour strolls.

The Department

The Recreation, Parks and Marina Department is responsible for the operations and programs of the Suisun City Marina, the Senior Center and the Joseph A. Nelson Center, including preschool, after-school programs at various sites, recreation classes and sports leagues, community events and special event rentals.

The Position

There are currently three part-time vacancies in the following areas: Senior Programs, Tournaments and Concessions, and Youth Programs.  The ideal candidates are highly motivated self-starters that will be responsible for planning, organizing, coordinating, promoting, and implementing the delivery of their assigned recreation and leisure services programs, activities, and classes.   These Part-Time employees will work an average of 30 hours or less per week, and serve in an “at-will” status.

POSITION:                          LABORER (PS101546)

                                               Position represented by Local #261

LOCATION:                         San Francisco, CA – Golden Gate Bridge                         

SALARY RANGE:               $36.16 per hour (40-hour work week)

OPENINGS:                         1 Vacancy and to Create an Eligibility List

OPEN TO:                            Labor Union Members Only

CLOSING DATE:                 August 9, 2021

Position Summary

Under direction of the Superintendent of Facility and Equipment and/or Chief Laborer, performs general labor and janitorial duties for routine maintenance and repair of District buildings, roadways and facilities.

Essential Responsibilities

• Sets up lane closures and diversions for crews working on roadway.
• Cleans and repairs roadways, installs pavement markers and signs.
• Cleans drains on Bridge roadway, approaches and anchorages; sidewalks on Bridge and approaches, drainage ditches, parking lots, anchorages and pylons, shops, public restrooms, painters' locker room, bus stops, vault and toll booths; and picks up garbage.
• Assists Carpenters, Cement Masons and Gardeners in performing their duties.
• Assists other maintenance crafts in removing asphalt pavement or concrete, excavation and backfilling and repair of asphalt pavement and concrete structures.
• Moves office furniture as required.
• Drives equipment.
• Landscaping and trimming/cutting trees.
• Operates chainsaw, weed eater, leaf blower, lawnmower, street sweeper and scrubber.
• Knows and follows the safety and health rules and safe working practices applicable to his or her job.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with District employees, customers, vendors and all others contacted during the course of work using principles of excellent customer service.
• Loads and unloads materials, supplies, furniture, and/or equipment by hand or with booms, power tailgate, forklift, and other moving equipment for moving to and from worksites (examples: jackhammers, sandbags, cement bags, debris bags,  whackers, vibratory plates).
• Mixes and prepares concrete.
• Clears culverts, stakes fabric to prevent erosion of work sites.
• Uses radio communication system or other communication devices.
• Performs additional related duties as assigned
• Regular and reliable attendance and performance is required

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Occupational health and safety rules and working practices applicable to this position.
• Methods, tools and practices of construction labor.

Ability to:

• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Drive manual clutch vehicle.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and/or Experience:

• Two years’ recent full time position in construction, concrete, carpentry, or gardening as a Laborer.
• Solid knowledge of tools and equipment used in the above mentioned fields.

Required Licenses:

• Must obtain a Class B driver's license to drive heavy equipment, within 6 months of hire.
• Must possess and maintain a current, valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
• No reckless driving and DUI within the last 7 years. No more than 2 moving violations within the last 3 years. Operates District vehicles on a regular basis.

Physical Requirement: 

Work is performed outside in varying weather conditions. Must be able to perform heavy manual labor. Ability to load and unload materials. Work may be performed under hazardous traffic conditions. Must be able to stoop, kneel, bend, lift, carry and manipulate up to 50 pounds. Must be able to work at heights, as it requires occasional climbing on 12-foot ladders and/or scaffolding. May work in areas where poison oak may be present. Will be required to wear a respirator, or other safety gear. Work around fumes, odors and dust in an occasionally high noise level environment with appropriate personal protective equipment. Must be willing to work overtime.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

FAILURE TO MEET ANY OF THE REQUIREMENTS STATED MAY RESULT IN REJECTION OF YOUR APPLICATION

TO APPLY: www.goldengate.org/jobs

Applicants must apply online by the deadline date. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

The District’s Human Resources Kiosk is available for filling out and submitting your online application and employment documents. The HR kiosk is located at the San Rafael Office. For directions and general information, visit our website www.goldengate.org.

All notices related to District recruitments for which you apply will be sent via email. Please ensure the email address you provide on your application is correct, and add ‘@goldengate.org’ as an accepted address to any email blocking or spam-filtering program you may use to ensure receipt of notification from the District regarding your recruitment application. The District is not responsible for notices that are not read, received, or accessed by any applicant for any District recruitment.

THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENT(S) MUST BE SUBMITTED AT TIME OF APPLICATION:

1. Employment Application @www.goldengate.org/jobs
2. Labor Union Referral Letter (Attach to your online application)
3. DMV K4 Driving Report - Requested from any DMV office ONLY. Cannot be printed online. (Attach to your online application).

• Internal Applicants who are part of the Pull Notice Program, the Human Resources Department will request for your DMV report.

THE SELECTION PROCESS FOR THIS POSITION may include:

• Education, Training and Experience Assessment
• Skills Assessment
• Physical Ability Assessment
• Oral Panel Interview
• Department interview for final candidates
• Medical Examination (post offer)
• Drug Testing (post offer)
• Background, Employment and Security Investigation

(*) The District will invite only those candidates whose qualifications most closely match the position requirements to continue in the selection process.

(**) The District is a drug free workplace. Applicants under consideration will be required to undergo and pass drug testing prior to District employment.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Golden Gate Bridge, Highway and Transportation District provides equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons based on merit and other job-related factors without regard to race, color, religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical and mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and/or related medical conditions) gender, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 years and over), sexual orientation, veteran and/or military status, protected medical leaves, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation and any other status protected by state or federal law.

Applicants with Disabilities: The Human Resources Department will make reasonable efforts to accommodate applicants with disabilities to complete the Employment Application and in any job-related examination process. Please contact Human Resources at (415) 257-4535 to request assistance with an Employment Application. To request a job-related examination process accommodation, please submit your request to Human Resources with sufficient time to allow the District to consider the reasonableness of the request.            

Revised 12/30/19 SS

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general supervision, the Part-time Building Support Specialist will perform a variety of departmental support including plan checking and permitting in connection with the City’s building regulations. This position will also perform clerical duties, such as recordkeeping, typing, filing, word processing, customer service and computerized data entry.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

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.

• Provide general and technical information about City Building and Municipal Code requirements.
• Efficiently process and issue building permits and assure all necessary approvals are obtained.
• Efficiently track and maintain plan check submittal data.
• Perform preliminary plan checking duties at the counter, reviewing for completeness and for conformance to building and other appropriate policies and procedures as assigned.
• Respond to inquiries and confer with builders, engineers, contractors, architects and the public concerning submitted requirements, building codes, building permits, plan check status, and permit regulations at the counter and over the phone.
• Calculate various valuations, plan check fees and permit fees; collect and process various fees as necessary.
• Sort and file documents and records, maintaining alphabetical, index and cross-reference files; maintain complex office records related to building inspection and code enforcement.
• Review building permit and design plans for compliance with City codes and guidelines.
• Operate standard office equipment, including microcomputer equipment as assigned.
• Maintain construction debris monitoring records.
• Verify professional and contractor licensing.
• Coordinate with the Building Official and inspectors to design and develop forms, handouts, and checklists.
• Purge finalized Building Division permit files and process documents for archiving.
• Type correspondence, reports, forms, and specialized documents related to the functions of the department or division from drafts, notes, or brief instructions, using a personal computer.
• Proofreads and checks typed materials for accuracy, completeness, compliance with departmental policies, and correct English usage including grammar, punctuation, and spelling.
• Maintains records and processes forms, such as time and leave records for departmental staff, personnel forms, purchase requisitions and orders, and others specific to the department.
• Establishes and maintains office files.
• Opens and distributes interoffice and US mail, attaching back-up information.
• Processes outgoing mail.
• Performs other related duties as required.

MINIMUM POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

KNOWLEDGE OF: Organization, procedures and operating details of the Building Division; building terms and codes; word processing, spreadsheet and database software; construction practices and materials; modern office methods and equipment, including filings systems.

EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

Any combination of experience, education, and training that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to qualify is:

• At least one year of experience in a public building permit review setting is preferred. 
• Experience in the fields of construction, office administration, plan review, urban planning, engineering, environmental studies or related fields. 
• Equivalent to the completion of the 12th grade supplemented by college-level course in construction management or building inspection techniques.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid California Driver's License.

IDEAL CANDIDATE POSSESSES THE FOLLOWING CHARACTERISTICS:  Is highly professional, patient, respectful, and ethical; possesses excellent problem-solving skills and a can-do attitude. Communicates effectively and proactively both verbally and in writing. Enjoys working in a small town atmosphere with an engaged public, including merchants, property owners and residents.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting and use standard office equipment, including a computer. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen, and hearing and speech to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a sedentary office classification although standing and walking between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, typewriter 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. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds.

OTHER INFORMATION

Temporary employees are non-benefited, at-will positions. Since the City does not participate in Social Security and is required to provide an alternative retirement plan, you are required to participate in the City's defined contribution retirement plan through Nationwide where 3.75% of your gross compensation per pay period is deducted and put into the plan. The City matches this 3.75% for a total contribution of 7.5% of your gross compensation per pay period.

COMPENSATION:
This is a part-time, temporary position. Approximately 20-35 hours per week.
$35.70 to $45.90 hourly DOE

RECRUITMENT PROCESS:

 The recruitment will remain open until the position is filled. Prior to hire, candidates will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including a livescan background investigation. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination. 

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER  

The City of Los Altos is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of a person’s race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, mental or physical disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age or sexual orientation. Candidates with a disability, which may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process, should advise City of Los Altos upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. 

LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER 

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. All job requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. 

Sonoma County Library

Announces an Employment Opportunity

LIBRARIAN I or II, ADULT SERVICES – SONOMA VALLEY

20 HOURS PER WEEK – PART TIME

We are seeking a customer service driven library professional with excellent communication skills for our part-time Adult Services Librarian position at the Sonoma Valley Regional Library. The ideal candidate will have strong outreach, technical, and training skills and be willing to work in a sometimes fast paced and often vibrant “all ages” environment. Share your talents and abilities while utilizing your librarian skills for community partnerships, basic to advanced computer training and downloadable Audio and eBook device help for the public.

THE POSITION:

Please see the attached job specifications for full details about this position.

Under general supervision, this position provides excellent customer service while performing a variety of professional adult library services, including reference, reader’s advisory, collection development, event planning, outreach, digital literacy training for the public, and performs related work as assigned.

TYPICAL TASKS include, but are not limited to:

• Provides general reference and reader’s advisory services
• Explains library policies and procedures to patrons and staff
• Assists, advises and instructs patrons on the use of library materials and equipment, including automated catalogs, the Internet, various software, eBooks and audio book reading and listening devices and digital literacy in general
• Conducts reference searches using a variety of database, online, and other search techniques
• Helps to maintain and select the addition of books, reference materials, CD’s, DVD’s, electronic media, and other library materials
• Assists at the Circulation Desk when needed.
• Assists in and/or directs the preparation of exhibits and the organization and presentation of a variety of programs and events, as well as forming community partnerships for co-events
• Leads book discussion groups
• Promotes the Library out in the community, at schools, and events, and provides written outreach through community publications as well as press releases and other promotions; may represent the Library in meetings with the community or special interest groups
• Helps to maintain social media connectivity to the library public.
• Works collaboratively with staff, the community and special interest groups.
• The Librarian II performs all of these tasks but at a more difficult, higher level. May serve as

          Person-in-Charge when Branch Manager is absent.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and Experience: Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), Master of Library Science (MLS), or Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS) degree from an accredited college or university. The Librarian II requires two years of appropriate professional experience working as a professional librarian, preferably in a public library. Must have a valid California driver’s license. Spanish bilingual skills desired.

SALARY RANGES:            Librarian I -   $31.78/hour to $39.68/hour

                                           Librarian II - $33.37/hour to $41.68/hour

 CLOSING DATE:                5:00 pm, Tuesday, August 17, 2021

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.  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.

RECRUITING PROTOCOL IN RESPONSE TO CORONAVIRUS COVID-19:

Pursuant to California Governor Newsom’s Executive Order N-29-20 issued on March 17, 2020, and all applicable COVID 19 Shelter in Place Orders issued by the Sonoma County Health Officer, the recruiting process including interviews, testing, etc. will be held via teleconference or online, if possible, unless changes occur in the state and/or county health order.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION: Sonoma County Library will make reasonable accommodations in the recruitment process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you are invited to participate in an examination or interview and have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 545-0831 extension 1591  as soon as possible to make arrangements for your accommodation. Requesting accommodations at least 3 working/business days before the scheduled event will help to ensure availability. For further information regarding disability accommodations provided by the Library and related matters, see the Library’s website at https://sonomalibrary.org/accessibility.

Sonoma County Library values diversity, empowerment, community, unity, kindness, connection, and equity. We are committed to diversity and inclusion in the recruiting and hiring of staff.

LIBRARIAN I

                                                                                       Represented

Under direct to general supervision, provides excellent customer service, performs a variety of professional Library services in assigned areas such as adult services, children’s services, youth services, and outreach programs; provides technical and/or direct library services to the community and contributes to the development of programs and services for target audiences, reference, collection development, and/or original cataloging; assists with the identification of current community needs and the projection of future needs; and performs related work as required.

Receives direct to general supervision from a Division Manager, Central Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or other management staff.  May provide technical direction and training to technical and paraprofessional staff and volunteers.

This is the entry-level class in the professional Librarian series and is designed to provide incumbents with the experience and training necessary to plan, organize, and provide library program services at the journey level with a minimum of supervision.  Work may involve assignments in any library service area that requires the application of fundamental library science principles and practices including children’s services, young adult services, adult services, reference, collection development, or cataloging.  Assignments are typically limited in scope and within the design and procedural framework established by higher-level employees.  As knowledge and experience are gained, the work becomes broader in scope; assignments are more varied, and are performed with more independence.  Incumbents may serve as “Person-in-Charge” for assigned shifts.  This class is distinguished from Library Associate in that it has greater responsibilities requiring a broader scope and depth of technical knowledge and professional training.  The class is further distinguished from Librarian II in that the latter is the full journey professional level, capable of performing the full range of assigned functions with considerable independence and judgment.  The Librarian I may promote to Librarian II after gaining sufficient experience to perform competently at the full journey level.

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.

• Provides assistance to and advises patrons, including children, young adults, adults and senior citizens in the effective use of Library collection, facilities and services; demonstrates the use of library resources, tools, equipment, and electronic reference sources; assists with digital downloads.
• Answers readers’ advisory and general reference questions from telephone, webpage and in-person queries by accessing a variety of print and non-print resources, including electronic resources.
• Participates in collection management of multi-media resources for an assigned area of the Library; reviews and analyzes collection use; recommends books and materials for purchase based on patron needs and attention to the variety of ages, abilities, education, interests, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Performs outreach to the community, community organizations, and schools; informs community members and organizations about library services, programs, and collections.
• Organizes, maintains, and catalogs/indexes a variety of print and digital materials.
• Performs original cataloging of print and non-print materials; maintains and updates catalog files.
• Reviews new publications and collection materials and selects materials and resources for acquisition or disposition as appropriate.
• Participates in the preparation of exhibits and the organization and presentation of a variety of programs for library patrons.
• Participates in meetings, committees, or projects intended to enhance services or promote consistent policies and procedures across the department.
• Enforces rules related to library patronage and borrower policies.
• Responds to suggestions, requests, or concerns from library users or community members.
• Participates in meetings and continuing education programs as appropriate. 
• Compiles library activity reports and statistics.
• May participate in circulation functions at a public service desk as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Knowledge of:

•  Principles, practices, procedures, techniques, and materials of professional library work, including library reference, collection development, and other professional library services.
• Techniques and practices of adult, young adult, and children’s services, including provision of reader’s advisory services, and juvenile literature and program presentation.
• Principles, techniques, and procedures in cataloging, indexing, classifying, and organizing library materials.
• Principles, practices and techniques of public relations, community outreach, and service promotion.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of creating, organizing, and presenting a variety of programs for library patrons.
• Principles and techniques used in bibliographic research.
• General library materials selection, de-selection, and weeding standards.
• Library services and available resources.
• Recent technological, professional, and societal developments, current literature, and sources of information related to library services.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices and technology, including personal computer hardware and software 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, local municipalities, and Library staff.

Ability to:

• Perform professional library tasks as assigned including reference, readers’ advisory, program and service development, collection development, and cataloging.
• Advise patrons on reference sources and methods,
• Perform detailed reference searches using online, print and other methods.
• Provide reader’s advisory services and referrals to patrons of various age groups.
• Instruct patrons and staff in the use of catalogs and reference tools.
• Identify the needs of the public and participate in collection development by evaluating and recommending materials for acquisition.
• Explain policies and procedures to patrons and staff.
• Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Organize own work and set priorities.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Prepare clear and concise reports and other written materials.
• Use computer and other technology, including software, hardware, and the Internet sufficient to be able to assist customers, conduct research, prepare reports, and use email and other communications technologies.
• React tactfully and diplomatically during interactions with staff, the public, community groups while appropriately adhering to and enforcing sound library policies, procedures, and practices.
• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), Master of Library Science (MLS), or Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS) degree from an accredited college or university.

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; and the ability to operate a motor vehicle in order to travel to various branches, meeting sites, educational institutions, and community events.  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.  May push and pull carts and shelving units weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.  Positions in this classification occasionally shelve books and lift and carry reports, records, and materials that typically weigh less than twenty-five (25) pounds.

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.

May be required to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.

LIBRARIAN II

                                                                                         Represented

Under general supervision, provides excellent customer service, performs a variety of professional Library duties in assigned areas such as adult services, children’s services, youth services, and outreach programs; provides technical and/or direct library services to the community and contributes to the development of programs and services for target audiences, reference, collection development, and/or original cataloging; assists with the identification of current community needs and the projection of future needs; and performs related work as required.

Receives general supervision from a Division Manager, Central Branch Manager, Branch Manager, or other management staff.  May provide technical direction and training to technical and paraprofessional staff and volunteers, and less experienced librarians.

Class Characteristics

This is the journey-level class in the professional Librarian series that functions as a specialist in a major program area such as children’s, young adult, adult, or cataloging, although incumbents may be temporarily assigned to other than the primary assignment as needs require. The Librarian I may promote to Librarian II after gaining sufficient experience to perform competently at the full journey level.  Appointment to Librarian II requires that the employee possess sufficient experience to perform competently at the full journey level.  Incumbents are expected to function independently with programs, projects, or technical assignments, provide training to other staff and volunteers, and lead projects and programs within their area of specialty.  Work may involve assignments in any library service area that requires the application of fundamental library science principles and practices, including children’s services, young adult services, adult services, reference, collection development, or cataloging.  Assignments may include responsibility for piece of a major countywide function.  Positions at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise and are fully aware of the operating procedures and policies of the program or service area to which assigned.  Incumbents may serve as “Person-in-Charge” for assigned shifts.  The Librarian II is distinguished from Librarian III by the latter’s greater complexity of assignments, responsibilities that span multiple Library service areas, overall administration of a highly specialized and unique countywide function, the expectation to work with a greater amount of independence, exercising judgment and initiative, and the provision of supervision to support, technical, and paraprofessional staff and volunteers, as well as, part-time professional Librarians.    

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.

• Develops, implements, and evaluates services and programs in a designated area such as adult services, children’s services, young adult services, and outreach.
• Provides difficult and extensive assistance to and advises patrons, including children, young adults, adults and senior citizens in the effective use of Library collection, facilities and services; demonstrates the use of library resources, tools, equipment, and electronic reference sources, including automated catalogs and Internet software; assists with digital downloads.
• Answers routine to complex readers’ advisory and general reference questions from telephone, webpage and in-person queries by accessing a variety of print and non-print resources, including electronic resources.
• Participates in collection development and management of multi-media resources for an assigned area of the Library; reviews and analyzes collection use; recommends books, reference materials, audiovisual materials, electronic media, Internet resources and other library materials for purchase based on patron needs and attention to the variety of ages, abilities, education, interests, cultures, and socioeconomic backgrounds; may select books for a countywide collection; may manage collection budgets on a local or countywide basis.
• Recommends acquisition of equipment and policy and procedure revisions to improve patron service and efficiency in assigned program areas including adult, young adult, children, website services, or cataloging.
• Provides outreach to the community, community organizations, and schools; informs community members and organizations about library services, programs, and collections.
• Organizes, maintains, and catalogs/indexes a variety of print and digital materials, including government documents, maps, and pamphlets.
• Performs original cataloging of print and non-print materials; maintains and updates catalog files.
• Reviews new publications and collection materials and selects materials and resources for acquisition or disposition as appropriate.
• Participates in meetings, committees, or projects intended to enhance services or promote consistent policies and procedures across the department.
• Enforces rules related to library patronage and borrower policies.
• Responds to suggestions, requests, or concerns from library users or community members.
• Participates in meetings and continuing education programs as appropriate. 
• Represents the library in meetings with the community or special interest groups.
• Participates in library meetings related to assigned area.
• If assigned as an adult, young adult, or children’s librarian, directs the preparation of exhibits, organizes and presents programs, selects and recommends books and other materials including electronic media or online resources suitable for those being served, and provides reference services using a variety of media.
• If assigned as a cataloger oversees copy cataloging and creates original cataloging records, coordinates procedures for adding and deleting items with branch staff, maintains library standards for bibliographic records, upgrades catalog records as needed, and interprets cataloging policies to staff.
• May translate library materials from English into another language. 
• May plan and direct the work of non-librarian staff or volunteers.
• Compiles library activity reports and statistics.
• May participate in circulation functions at a public service desk as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, procedures, techniques, and materials of professional library work, including library reference, collection development, and other professional library services.
• Techniques and practices of adult, young adult, and children’s services, including provision of reader’s advisory services, and juvenile literature and program presentation.
• Principles, techniques, and procedures in cataloging, indexing, classifying, and organizing library materials.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of public relations, community outreach, and service promotion.
• Principles, practices, and techniques of creating, organizing, and presenting a variety of programs for library patrons.
• Principles and techniques used in bibliographic research.
• General library materials selection, de-selection, and weeding standards.  
• Library services and available resources.
• Techniques for promoting and publicizing library services, programs, and events.
• Recent technological, professional, and societal developments, current literature, and sources of information related to library services.
• Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulatory codes, ordinances, and procedures relevant to assigned area of responsibility.
• Record keeping principles and procedures.
• Modern office practices and technology, including personal computer hardware and software applications related to the work.
• English usage, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation.
• Techniques for effectively representing the Library in contacts with governmental agencies, community groups, various business, professional, educational, and regulatory organizations, and the public.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, local municipalities, and Library staff.

Ability to:

• Perform professional library tasks as assigned including reference, readers’ advisory, program and service development, collection development, and cataloging.
• Create, organize, and/or present appropriate programs for target age group.
• Advise patrons on reference sources and methods,
• Perform detailed reference searches using online, print and other methods.
• Provide reader’s advisory services and referrals to patrons of various age groups.
• Instruct patrons and staff in the use of catalogs and reference tools.
• Identify the needs of the public and assist with collection development by evaluating and recommending materials for acquisition.
• Explain policies and procedures to patrons and staff.
• Use initiative and independent judgment within established procedural guidelines.
• Organize own work and set priorities.
• Maintain accurate records and files.
• Prepare clear and concise reports and other written materials.
• Use computer and other technology, including software, hardware, and the Internet sufficient to be able to assist customers, conduct research, prepare reports, and use email and other communications technologies.
• React tactfully and diplomatically during interactions with staff, the public, community groups while appropriately adhering to and enforcing sound library policies, procedures, and practices.
• Make sound, independent decisions within established policy and procedural guidelines.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS), Master of Library Science (MLS), or Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS) degree from an accredited college or university; two (2) years of experience as a professional librarian.

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; and the ability to operate a motor vehicle in order to travel to various branches, meeting sites, educational institutions, and community events.  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.  May push and pull carts and shelving units weighing up to fifty (50) pounds.  Positions in this classification occasionally shelve books and lift and carry reports, records, and materials that typically weigh less than twenty-five (25) pounds.

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.

May be required to work flexible schedules including evenings and weekends.