Oceanside Public Library-Library Technician (Circulation)

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Closing Date/Time:    Fri. 10/24/14 4:00 PM Pacific Time

Salary:            $15.97 - $20.36 Hourly

“Library Technician” is a part-time, 25-hour, partially benefited  position, primarily working circulation duties.  Please note the Class B driver’s license is not required; applicants who have or can get this license have the option to serve as a backup mobile library driver.

 

The City of Oceanside is currently accepting applications for a Part-Time (25 hours), partially benefitted Library Technician position with the Oceanside Public Library. There is currently one vacancy. This position will provide service at the Civic Center or Mission Branch Libraries, or other locations as needed.

The Position:

The Library Technician prepares circulation desk for daily operation; distributes cash to circulation desks; maintains supplies for circulation desks and assists with ordering materials; staffs the circulation desk; greets public; provides directional assistance; advises patrons on regulations and procedures of the Library; registers borrowers and issues library cards; collects fines and fees and writes receipts; answers telephones and provides referrals as necessary; assists patrons with circulation of library materials including to check out, renew, and check in library material; serves as line supervisor for public desks in absence of supervisor; assists and provides support for circulation personnel and other staff as needed including resolving patron problems related to overdue library materials, fines, holds, missing set parts, renewals, damaged materials, payment plans, policies, and procedures; performs specialized clerical work in the circulation, order, catalog, reserve,  periodical, and audio-visual units; provides assistance in the cataloging process; assists in copy cataloging library materials; performs data entry and processing of assigned materials; enables public access to materials by providing simple reference and readers’ advisory assistance; assists in maintaining audio-visual collection; place stops on patron’s cards; contact patron’s regarding mismatched and damaged library materials; enters information on patron’s card; assists in training assigned personnel; maintains current procedures manual for areas of responsibility; creates and processes library network computer reports; prepares reports, correspondence, and other materials; may operate standard office equipment; shelves materials as necessary; duties may involve work at branch libraries as assigned; and other related duties as assigned.

If assigned to the Bookmobile:

Inspects bookmobile ensuring proper operation and condition of lights, tires, windshield, and related items; checks fluid level in engine and generators; fuels bookmobile and disposes of waste in waste tank; vacuums and cleans inside of bookmobile; has necessary maintenance work done on bookmobile; drives bookmobile to and from daily scheduled stops; checks books out to patrons using computer; checks in and shelves books; periodically checks shelves to ensure that books are in proper order; registers patrons including data entry into the computer system; helps patrons locate books on shelves; searches for books on the computer; turns books in to the Central Library for mending or repair; loads and unloads books; secures supplies for bookmobile; may work on the circulation desk and perform clerical duties in the Central Library and other branches as assigned; other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Knowledge of:

    Order, classification, catalog or reserve, or inter-library loan policies, methods, and procedures used in public libraries.

    Business English and arithmetic as it relates to the performance of library clerical tasks.

    Common professional library terminology as it relates to the performance of library clerical tasks.

    Organization, principles, methods, materials, and practices found in libraries.

    Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.

    Principles and procedures of record keeping.

    When assigned to the bookmobile, operating characteristics and maintenance needs of large vehicles.

Ability to:

    Perform moderately difficult clerical and record keeping tasks.

    Type at a speed necessary for successful job performance.

    Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and standard business machines.

    Deal tactfully and efficiently with the public.

    Maintain and update accurate records and files.

    Perform basic arithmetic calculations accurately.

    Work independently and efficiently to carry out assignments.

    When assigned to the bookmobile, operate a bookmobile safely and effectively.

    Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

    Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

    Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience: One year of clerical or public contact experience in a library is highly desirable.

Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Bilingual (English/Spanish) ability is desirable.

License or Certificate:If assigned to the Bookmobile: Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid Class B driver’s license.

Working Conditions and Selection Process:

Environmental Conditions: Library environment; extensive public contact.

Physical Conditions: Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time, working in a library setting, and operating office equipment;, visual acuity to read small print, computer screens, and other printed documents; speaking and hearing to exchange information. Must possess the physical strength and flexibility to bend, squat, reach above shoulder level, kneel, push/pull and lift up to 30 pounds (books, disks, etc.).

Special Conditions: Variable working hours may be required and the ability to work weekends and evenings at any location where Library services may be provided, including bookmobile or outdoors.

Selection Process: All properly completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed and the most appropriately qualified individuals will be invited to continue in the selection process.  Failure to provide all required application materials will result in disqualification to continue in the selection process. The process may include any combination of a written examination, skills assessment, and/or an oral board interview to assess job-related experience and skills. Candidates who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on an eligible list that will remain valid for a minimum of six months.

Note:  Prospective employees will undergo, and must successfully pass, a background reference check (including fingerprinting) and a medical examination.  Drug screening may be required.

RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF COMPLETED APPLICATION FORMS, BUT MAY BE ATTACHED.

CANDIDATES WHO REQUIRE A REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION IN THE SELECTION PROCESS SHOULD STATE THEIR NEEDS IN WRITING WHEN SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION PACKAGE.

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