City of Commerce - Librarian - Part-time

http://www.ci.commerce.ca.us/Jobs.aspx?UniqueId=100&From=All&CommunityJobs=False&JobID=LIBRARIAN-62

 **This recruitment is to fill a Part-time vacancy in the Central Library and for the establishment of an eligibility list to be used for all Full-time and Part-time future vacancies.

THE POSITION:  Under general supervision, performs professional-level Librarian duties utilizing current technology and traditional resources to meet the informational, educational and recreational needs of the children and youth in the community. 

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES:  Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Assist and instruct people to identify, locate, access, and use public information and resources
• Provides information and interpretation concerning library services, policies and procedures
• Provides library collections, professional library reference and research services using specialized technical databases, internet services and Inter-library loan resources
• Processes book and media requests; researches multiple databases to determine availability of items and correct source of borrowing; provides daily supervision and training for staff and volunteers
• Assists with collection development and recommends additions and the removal of books and other resources in order to meet the needs of the community
• Monitors expenditures and budget
• Assists in determining and developing library programs and services; plans and conducts special library events
• Speaks to community groups and schools, and develops and distributes marketing materials and newsletters to promote the City Library and programs

Qualifications

Education & Experience: A Masters Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution or completion of the degree within six months of the appointment; AND two year’s experience with public library preferably in Children Services, Reference or Adult Services.

Special Requirements

Possession of or ability to obtain a Class C California Driver’s License and insurability by the City’s insurance carrier.

Miscellaneous Information

WHERE TO APPLY: A completed City of Commerce application form is required for consideration. City Application Form and Job Announcement may be obtained at the City of Commerce Human Resources Department, 2535 Commerce Way, Commerce, CA, or by calling our 24 hour Job Line at (323) 887-4415. Applications can now be completed online and printed for submission on or before the deadline. To view the complete job description, please visit our website and click on the Job Classification Plan on the menu bar.