Wednesday, February 25, 2015

Santa Claritia Valley - Santa Clarita Libraries - Youth Services Librarian - Full Time

# of Openings: 2

Posted Date 2/11/2015

Type: Regular Full-Time

Santa Clarita Libraries


Overview:
We are seeking two full-time Youth Services Librarians to serve the Old Town Newhall Library and the JoAnne Darcy Canyon Country Library.  

Minimum Education:  MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited program is required

Responsibilities:
  • Create and deliver engaging and innovative events and classes for youth,  including homework assistance
  • Involve youth in the planning and implementing of services for their age groups
  • Partner with schools, businesses and other agencies to market and advocate library services to youth
  • Participate in maintenance of the youth collections
  • Collaborate with Volunteer Coordinators to create activities that promote self-development for youth such as community service hours
  • Contribute to a successful team of librarians at all three branches by supporting system-wide events, attending meetings, and providing leadership among peers
  • Deliver reference and research services to patrons of all ages
  • Establish effective relationships with library staff, patrons, volunteers, and community groups
  • Perform library branch supervision on a regularly-scheduled basis
  • Represent the Santa Clarita Public Library at community events and to citizen groups
  • Complete other duties as required

Qualifications:
  • MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited program is required
  • Familiarity with library services in general
  • Experience working with youth
  • Commitment to superior customer service
  • Strong interpersonal abilities including excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent computer skills, including familiarity with ILS systems and electronic resources and devices
  • Available for evening and weekend shifts


Monday, February 23, 2015

Woodland - Yolo County Library - Administrative Services Analyst - Full Time

Administrative Services Analyst

Opening Date/Time:       Fri. 02/13/15 12:00 AM Pacific Time

Closing Date/Time:         Fri. 02/27/15 5:00 PM Pacific Time

Salary:   $27.36 - $33.25 Hourly; $4,742.00 - $5,763.00 Monthly; $56,904.00 - $69,156.00 Annually

Job Type:          Full Time

Location:          Woodland, California

Department:      Library


Definition
Under direction, performs moderately difficult and complex administrative and analytical work that may involve and/or emphasize the functional areas of: general and administrative support, fiscal and contract management, program analysis and compliance, staff development and training, and/or information systems support; and performs other related duties as required.


Distinguishing Characteristics
  • This is the full journey-level class in the professional Administrative Services Analyst series. At this level, incumbents use substantial independent judgment to make decisions on work issues, including those that are unusual or fall outside of established parameters. Incumbents often perform duties that are highly specialized to the work unit, emphasizing one or more of the following functional areas: general and administrative support, fiscal and contract management, program analysis and compliance, staff development and training, and/or information systems support. Consequently, specialized recruitments may be held to attract applicants by functional area.
  • This class can be distinguished from the entry-level class of Associate Administrative Services Analyst because assignments at that level are less difficult and complex than those assigned to an Administrative Services Analyst, and are performed under greater supervision and have less authority to act. An Associate Administrative Services Analyst performs basic and routine analytical assignments that may be repetitive and do not require extensive, in-depth analysis.
  • This class may also be distinguished from the higher-level of Senior Administrative Services Analyst because incumbents in that class perform advanced and highly complex assignments that typically include comprehensive responsibility for overseeing one or more complex administrative functions for an entire department, as well as supervision of staff.

 Essential Functions: Assignments may include, but are not limited to, the duties listed below.
  • Typical duties related to general and administrative support functions:
  • Compiles and analyzes moderately complex data; makes comprehensive recommendations on the
  • formulation of policy, procedures, staffing and organizational changes.
  • Conducts a variety of surveys; performs moderately complex research and statistical analyses on administrative, fiscal, personnel, and/or programmatic issues. 
  • Performs moderately difficult and complex analytical and technical work in the formulation and administration of department or division budgets, development and management of grants and contracts, management of department level procurement, and/or personnel functions. 
  • Coordinates the design, implementation, and installation of new and revised computer programs, systems, software, procedures, methods of operation and forms.
  • Coordinates and oversees the administrative functions of the department; compiles materials; develops and prepares moderately complex reports, correspondence, manuals, publications, and other documents; obtains management review and approval as needed.
  • Coordinates departmental activities with other departments, divisions, units, and   outside agencies; represents the department in committee meetings; responds to complaints and requests for information.
  • Analyzes complex administrative systems and practices,  develops and recommends modifications and enhancements; coordinates implementation of changes.
  • Coordinates, monitors and directs the acquisition, allocation and use of equipment, supplies, telecommunication systems, office and facility space, records storage and retrieval systems and forms; conducts research and develops procedures to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness; monitors expenditures; reviews, evaluates and decides on appeals in a department’s program administrative hearings.
Employment Standards:
  • Any combination of the required experience and education listed below that provides the required knowledge and abilities is acceptable. A typical way of getting the knowledge and abilities is outlined below:

 Education:  
  • Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, accounting, finance, organizational development, social work, education, human resources, information technology or a closely related field; AND

 Experience: 
  • Either one (1) year as an Associate Administrative Services Analyst in Yolo County;
  • Or three (3) years of professional analytical journey level experience in any of the functional areas required by the position: general and administrative support, fiscal and contract management, program analysis and compliance, staff development and training, and/or information systems support.
Substitution:  
  • Additional professional level experience in any of the functional areas noted above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years.
  • Experience in the classifications of Staff Services Analyst I/II, Departmental Analyst, Program and Administrative Planner, and Employment Training Analyst in Yolo County may be substituted for the above required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum four (4) years.

License:
  • Some positions in this classification may require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.


Required for general and administrative support functions:
Knowledge of: 
  • Advanced principles and practices of public and business administration; governmental functions and organization. 

Ability to: 
  • Gather and analyze complex data; identify problems and central issues;
  • Reason logically and critically;
  • Perform, analyze and document research;
  • Read and understand laws and regulations; research legislative issues;
  • Read and interpret operating procedures and regulations;
  • Recommend and implement changes and improvements;
  • Speak and write effectively;
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships;
  • Work independently and accept increasing responsibility;
  • Analyze policies, procedures and programs and make effective recommendations;
  • Atilize computer hardware, software and peripherals to accomplish work objectives.


San Francisco Public Library - Chief Of Branches - Full Time

Chief of Branches

Salary: $106,756 – $136,266


The San Francisco Public Library is seeking a creative, community-oriented library professional to serve as the Chief of Branches. This is an administrative level leadership position and a key member of the San Francisco Public Library Executive Team. Reporting directly to the Deputy City Librarian, the Chief of Branches works collaboratively with the City Librarian and other Division Chiefs to contribute to the planning organization and overall administration of the Library System. In addition, the Chief of Branches provides direct oversight and management of the Branch Library Division which is comprised of twenty seven libraries, Mobile Outreach Services and Delivery Services.

Compensation: 
The normal annual salary range is $106,756 – $136,266. Appointment above the maximum of the normal range may be considered based on documented and substantiated recruitment and retention issues or exceptional skills. A special approval process is necessary for appointment above the normal salary range.


Benefits: 
All employees hired on or after January 10, 2009 will be required (pursuant to San Francisco Charter Section A8.432) to contribute 2% of pre-tax compensation to fund retiree healthcare. In addition, most employees are required to make a member contribution towards retirement, ranging from 7.5%-13.25% of compensation.

Yolo County - Library Regional Manager


SALARY: $29.66 - $36.05 Hourly
$5,141.00 - $6,249.00 Monthly
$61,692.00 - $74,988.00 Annually
OPENING DATE: 07/24/14
CLOSING DATE: Continuous

DESCRIPTION:
The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill one regular, full-time position in the class of Library Regional Manager at the Yolo County Library (YCL).  Interested applicants should submit an online County of Yolo Employment Application, responses to supplemental questions, a detailed resume, and verification of education. The position is open until filled.  Submitted applications will be screened by Human Resources on a regular basis, and the applications of qualified individuals will be forwarded to the Library for additional screening.

Under general direction, the incumbent directs, manages, supervises, and coordinates the activities and operations of multiple branches within a major geographic region of the County Library system; establishes library goals, policies, and procedures; and coordinates assigned activities with other divisions, departments, outside agencies, and the general public.
This class is a first level management class. Incumbents in this class are primarily responsible for managing a region and a countywide library activity, such as staff training, library publicity, and/or community analysis.  The Library Regional Manager is the primary liaison between the region and the Assistant County Librarian and/or County Librarian. Incumbents in this class exercise direct and indirect supervision over professional and paraprofessional library staff and support staff.
Incumbents in this class report to the Assistant County Librarian and/or County Librarian. This class is distinguished from the Assistant County Librarian in that the latter is the class responsible for assisting with the administration, coordination, and supervision of the County Library system and acts in the absence of the County Librarian as required. This class is further distinguished from the lower supervisory class of Library Regional Supervisor in that the latter is responsible for the day-to-day supervision and coordination of the work of professional and paraprofessional library staff related to branch specific library operations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duties are typical of those performed by the incumbents in these classifications; however, other duties may also be required.
Directly or through supervisory staff selects, trains, motivates, and evaluates assigned personnel; models expected behaviors and provides or coordinates staff training; works with employees to correct deficiencies; implements discipline and termination procedures.
Plans, directs, coordinates, and reviews the work for regional county library services and activities; assigns work activities and projects; monitors work flow; reviews and evaluates work products, methods, and procedures; meets with staff to identify and resolve problems.
Participates in the development of the budget including overseeing funding diversity and grants management; participates in forecasting funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials, and supplies; monitors and approves expenditures; implements adjustments.
Establishes and maintains partnerships, collaborations, and positive relationships with local officials, government entities, citizens’ groups, public service organizations, community groups, schools and higher education, and the public.
Acts as a public relations representative for the region which includes speaking to and involvement with interested groups such as Friends of the Library.
 Serves on the Library Policy Committee and actively participates in establishing and/or recommending improvements in countywide goals, policies, procedures, and systems; serves as a resource to branch staff on library policy, procedures and practices.
Coordinates regional communication and collaborates with peers to coordinate equitable service throughout the Library system.
Provides oversight of community-wide outreach, programming and service development; engages community to improve program service; coordinates and promotes activities to meet changing needs and to improve program services.
Provides oversight of branch materials collection, which includes collection maintenance, evaluation and weeding; directs reference services and assists the public in making effective use of the branches.
 Analyzes and evaluates services and facilities in assigned region; prepares analytical and statistical reports on operations and activities; makes and implements recommendations; takes appropriate action.
Models outstanding customer service and ensures that branch staff consistently maintain high standards of customer service; and mediates and resolves the most difficult and complex customer concerns and problems referred by branch staff.
Serves as a positive and motivational team leader as well as a positive and effective member of a peer group.
Demonstrates professional commitment by participating in professional events such as workshops and educational programs, reading periodicals and specialized literature, and engaging with local committees and/or national organizations that further the library's mission and goals.
Performs related duties as assigned.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Education: Master’s Degree in Library Science, Library Information Services, or related library field or equivalent from an accredited graduate school of Librarianship; AND
Experience: Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional library experience, including one year of branch operations coordination and/or supervisory experience. 
License: Positions in this classification require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.
Knowledge of: the principles, practices and philosophy of public library work including library organization, procedures, and library automation; principles and practices of management and organizational theory, including planning, organizational design, business finance, business development, project management, and organizational effectiveness; principles and practices of supervision, discipline, leadership, mentoring, and training; applicable federal, state, and local laws, codes, and regulations; broad knowledge of books, authors, bibliographies, reference material (adult and juvenile), and sources; office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized applications (online circulation systems and online catalogs); and English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Ability to: select, supervise, train, and evaluate staff; plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of subordinate staff; investigate and resolve disciplinary issues; work independently, prioritize work, coordinate activities and meet critical deadlines; develop, monitor and interpret budgets and other financial documents; plan, manage, and complete complex work assignments; develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with others; communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing; apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met; influence and persuade others to accept a particular viewpoint or follow a particular course of action; interpret and summarize a variety of data and information; exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality of information; set priorities and develop, implement and evaluate policies and procedures; analyze complex problems and take appropriate action; assist people of all ages in making effective use of library services; plan the effective use of library facilities.

APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:
Application Process
It is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference. 
Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the final filing date.  Application information must be current, concise, and related to the requirements in this job announcement.  A resume may be included with your application; however, it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.  Incomplete applications will be disqualified.  In addition to a completed application, applicants are required to submit a detailed resume, a completed supplemental questionnaire, and verification of education for this position.  Additional documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Office in any one or more of the following ways:
*  As an attachment to the online application
*  By e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.org
*  By fax to (530) 666-8049
*  By hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Rm. 101, Woodland, CA 95695.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
All required documents must be received by the Human Resources Office by the final filing date.  Postmarks will not be accepted.  Human Resources is not responsible for the untimely delivery of materials sent via U.S./specialized mail, or County interoffice mail.
Selection Procedure
This position is open until filled.  Submitted applications will be screened by Human Resources on a regular basis, and the applications of qualified individuals will be immediately forwarded to the Library for additional screening. The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process.  The selection process steps, and all listed dates, may change with or without notice.
Screening for Best Qualified
The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training.  Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.  If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.  Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.  If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.  Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant's education, training and experience will be evaluated to determine those applicants that are best qualified.
Contact Information
For questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact Jenny Brown by e-mail at jenny.brown@yolocounty.org or by phone at (530) 666-8328.
APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.yolocounty.org
625 Court Street, Room 101
Woodland, CA 95695
(530) 666-8055
jobs@yolocounty.org
Position #2014-00092
LIBRARY REGIONAL MANAGER
JB

Library Regional Manager Supplemental Questionnaire
*1. The job bulletin for this class outlines the steps in the application and selection process, and contains all necessary information that an applicant will need to complete and submit a complete application packet.
Checkbox I certify that understand the application instructions for this position.
*2. Complete application packets must be submitted prior to the final filing date. No additional time is given for candidates to provide additional information.
Checkbox I understand that I will NOT be given additional time to submit additional information.
* 3. Your job application must be completed in order to show how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Human Resources will assess your qualifications based ONLY on the information provided in the job application.
Checkbox I certify that my application contains all necessary employment and education information to show how I meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
*4. I have read the above instructions and understand that my responses to the supplemental questions are required, and my responses will be used to determine the best qualified candidates for this job. I certify that my responses are accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that should my name be placed on an eligible list and it is later found that my responses are inaccurate, my name will be immediately removed from the eligible list and I will be deemed ineligible for consideration for employment in this class with Yolo County.
Yes Yes     No No
*5. The Library Regional Manager will be responsible for the West Yolo Region of services that includes the Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library, the Esparto Regional Branch Library, and the Winters Library. For each position listed on your application, identify the duties that provided you with directly applicable experience for the Library Regional Manager position. In addition please include in your response any information regarding your experience supervising others and building teams.
*6. Describe your experience in developing and implementing organizational goals, policies, and procedures. Include in your response the steps you took to ensure that this was a collaborative process with any other key leadership staff and/or team members.
*7. What is your personal philosophy or approach to community engagement? How have you implemented this throughout your work experience? Explore how you would focus this effort in Yolo County.
*8. Project management is a critical part of the work library staff provide in developing services. Describe your process of developing a public library program including planning, implementation, promotion/publicity, outreach, and evaluation. Please present a plan for a program that you would like to implement. Include the following elements in your response: planning, implementation, promotion/publicity, outreach, and evaluation.

* Required Question

Friday, February 20, 2015

City of Cucamonga - San Bernardino County - Library - Assistant Library Director

Assistant Library Director

Close Date: Feb 26, 2015

Salary: $7,610.00 - $9,765.00 Monthly

THE POSITION

The Rancho Cucamonga Library is seeking a highly motivated, innovative, creative, team-oriented professional who represents the tenets of Team RC to work as the Assistant Library Director.  Under the general direction of the Library Director, assists the director by assuming broad responsibility for the oversight of the branch libraries and departmental administrative functions; participates in the establishment of long-term development plans, staffing plans, and marketing and community relations programs; coordinates operations and projects with Library divisions and other City departments and library organizations; acts on behalf of the Library Director in their absence; and performs related duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will be a true visionary; have a strong commitment to excellent customer service; display an outstanding work ethic, attitude and sense of teamwork; inspire those around them; and show flexibility and interest in adapting to the evolving world of libraries.


EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • This position has responsibility for daily operations and administrative functions.
  • The Assistant Library Director exercises direct supervision over the Library Services Managers, Principal Librarian, and administrative support staff.
  • The position is distinguished from the Library Director, which has greater interfaces with the City Council, Library Board of Trustees, Library Foundation, private donors, and support groups, and reports directly to the City Manager’s Office.
  • The Assistant Library Director has broader responsibility for all departmental operations, a larger span of supervisory control, and more varied grant administration and budgeting accountabilities than the Library Service Managers and Principal Librarian. 
  • The Assistant Library Director participates in the development and evaluation of departmental goals and priorities;
  • Assists in the creation, revision, and interpretation of administrative policies and procedures; acts as staff liaison to various citizen advisory committees, support groups, professional library associations, etc.;
  • assists in the development and management of the department annual budget, including capital improvement, library fund, and acquisition funds, as well as coordinates allocation decisions with division managers;
  • Plans, manages, and evaluates the work of division managers and administrative support staff;
  • Assists in resolving significant employee relations problems throughout the department;
  • Negotiates and administers contracts, trusts, leases, and professional services agreements;
  • Assists the Library Director in long-term planning for facility and program upgrades;
  • Leads and oversees major projects and programs;
  • Evaluates feasibility of major new library technologies and services and advises Library Director;
  • Completes and reviews a variety of statistical and administrative reports and completes major studies and reports that are filed with State resource agencies;
  • Makes formal presentations and represents the library before the Library Boards and City Council; acts on behalf of Library Director as needed. 
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
  • Graduation from college with a Bachelor’s degree in the social sciences, public administration, or a related field, is required.
  • A Master of Science degree in Library Science is required.
  • Six or more years of increasingly responsible professional librarianship experience, including employee supervision, administration, budgeting, community relations, resource acquisitions, and related work.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Knowledge of theories and principles of library science;
  • Organization and management of a variety of library services; principles of employee motivation and leadership;
  • Principles and practices of supervision, training, and evaluation; budgeting practices; contract administration practices;
  • research and surveying methods; ability to plan, organize, direct and coordinate the work of management, supervisory, professional, technical, and administrative support personnel;
  • select, supervise, train and evaluate staff; identify and respond to City Manager and City Council issues, concerns and needs;
  • Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals;
  • Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods, procedures and techniques; formulate and administer library administrative policies and practices;
  • Prepare and administer complex budgets and think in an entrepreneurial manner;
  • Allocate limited resources in a cost effective manner; prepare clear and concise administrative reports; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing;
  • Establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with staff, management, general employees, support groups, public and private representatives, general patrons, contractors, consultants, vendors, and other parties on behalf of the City;
  • And be able to innovate, create, inspire, and help lead the Rancho Cucamonga Library to new heights.


APPLICATION PROCESS

Successful candidates shall be required to:

Ø  Complete a verification form designated by Immigration and Naturalization Service to certify that they are eligible for employment in the United States of America; and

Ø  Pass a pre-employment medical exam; and

Ø  Provide proof of a valid California driver’s license and be insurable; and

Pass a reference and background verification.  References will not be contacted until a mutual interest has been established.

Questions regarding this recruitment may be directed to Human Resources at (909) 919-2616.  Applicants may visit the City’s official website at www.cityofrc.us for more information

Benefits:
  • CalPERS Retirement Benefits
  • Medical insurance provided at $750 per month
  • Dental plan and optical plan provided
  • Vacation (80 hours accrued first year)
  • 14 paid holidays (including three discretionary holidays)
  • Sick leave (120 hours per year)
  • Administrative Leave (75 hours per year)
  • $50,000Life Insurance
  • Deferred Compensation (4% of base salary)
  • $2,300 tuition reimbursement per fiscal year


Sacramento - American River College - Library/ Media Technical Assistant - Full Time

Library/Media Technical Assistant

Closing Date:      02-25-2015

Salary:   $3,125.18 per month
Total Hrs/Week: 40 hrs/wk 
Work Schedule:  8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday - Friday 

Location:             ARC (American River College)

Department:       Library 


Position Summary:         
The journey-level class of the series. Incumbent has technical competencies in at least one functional unit (acquisitions, cataloging, circulation, serials or media) and understands how the unit fits into the entire library/media center operation. Incumbents work under the general supervision of the assigned manager/supervisor and the direction of the lead library/media technical assistant. [For a detailed job description for this Los Rios Classified Employee's Association (White Collar) posting click on the "Job Description" link on the left side of your screen, then click on "Los Rios Classified Employee's Association (White Collar) Job Descriptions".] 

Responsibilities: General:
  • Performs general typing and word processing functions.
  • Maintains files of correspondence, memoranda, and records.
  • Receives and distributes mail.
  • May assist in interviewing, training and overseeing student workers and lower level staff.

Technical Services:
  • Inputs pre-order records for book and non-book materials.
  • Searches local and remote databases for bibliographic data; processes new materials for circulation; deletes records of discarded material from local and remote bibliographic databases.
  • Cleans and repairs print and non-print materials.
  • Oversees the receiving and check-in of periodicals.
  • Orders and maintains periodical subscriptions.
  • Oversees inventory of the library collection.
  • Maintains inventory of department supplies and prepares requisitions for purchases.
  • Oversees the ordering and receiving of book and non-book materials.
  • Oversees the book and non-book materials budgets.
  • Prepares financial, statistical and information reports.
  • Oversees the maintenance of the bibliographic/item records in the library's online catalog.
  • Pre-catalogs materials for review by librarians.
  • Searches for, edits and retrieves catalog records using bibliographic utility (OCLC) for use in the library's online database.
  • Prepares materials for bindery; and performs related duties as required.

 Public Services:
  • Checks in and charge out materials.
  • Registers new patrons.
  • Collects fines, prepares overdue notices, processes holds on patron records and clears patron records.
  • Handles interlibrary loan transactions using local and remote bibliographic databases.
  • Sets up and maintains the reserve materials collection.
  • Oversees re-shelving of library materials.
  • Performs tasks necessary to open and/or close library facilities.
  • Resolves patron complaints or refers them to appropriate staff members.
  • Establishes and maintains relationships with outside vendors/suppliers.

Media Services:
  • Assists students and faculty in the setup and operation of a variety of media equipment.
  • Maintains and troubleshoots media equipment.
  • Produces duplicate copies of licensed audio and/or video programs.
  • Receives and schedules equipment requests.
  • Receives and schedules requests for media material.
  • Retrieves recorded programs and distributes to student listening carrels via playback equipment and switch consoles.
  • Oversees the ordering, scheduling, receiving, circulation and return of staff media requests.
  • Assists in classification and cataloging of media equipment; oversees the scheduling, distribution and return of media equipment.
  • Schedules and distributes videotape programs for broadcast and prepares broadcast logs.
  • Performs related duties as required. 

                
Minimum Qualifications:              
  • EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION: Three years of increasingly responsible Library/Media experience; OR, two years of increasingly responsible experience and a Library/Media Technician Certificate; OR, one year of experience and an AA degree in Library Technology or equivalent.
  • Promotional: One year of experience performing library duties at the level of a Clerk III and courses in library technology. (Promotional applies to regular, current Classified employees working with the Los Rios Community College District.)
  • Have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles.
  • (Experience Requirement: One year of experience is equal to 12 months of experience at a maximum of 40 hours per week. Applicable part-time experience will be converted to the full-time equivalent for purposes of meeting the experience requirement. Education Requirement: 12 units are equal to six months of education; 24 units are equal to one year of education.) 


Application Instructions:
  1. A completed Los Rios Community College District Classified Application (required).
  2. *Unofficial transcripts of college/university work (required if using education to meet the Minimum Qualifications of this position).
  3. Resume (recommended).
  4. Two (2) letters of recommendation (recommended).
  5. Letter of Interest (recommended).
  6. Do not submit additional materials that are not requested.



* TRANSCRIPTS:
- Individuals who have completed college or university course work at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees and other relevant documents. A foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign course work is used to meet minimum qualifications even if the foreign transcript has been accepted by a college or university in the United States.


Los Angeles - LAC Group - Librarian - Temporary




LAC Group is seeking a Temporary Librarian to work at an investment management firm located in downtown Los Angeles.  The librarian will work with the Research Publications team in the corporate library and will perform administrative tasks to support the daily assembly and distribution of investment group research, as well as the indexing and categorization of research. Candidates will need to be very comfortable working in a team setting where team members are regularly rely on each other to complete the daily work.

Responsibilities:
  • Operates as an integral part of a team to publish, distribute and index all investment group research to established daily deadlines and quality expectations;
  • Reads submitted research in order to index submitted database records using a pre-established taxonomy;
  • Using Microsoft Word and Adobe Acrobat, prepares Investment Group research documents for distribution and database inclusion by applying annotation to documents and confirming the accuracy of fields on document submission records;
  • Monitors several team mailboxes for emailed submissions and client questions;
  • Can support the workflow of other team members as needed.

Qualifications:
  • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree. An MLIS is highly desirable;
  • Proficiency with MS Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat;
  • Understands and follows written and oral instruction;
  • Effective written and oral communication skills;
  • Acute attention to detail and high degree of accuracy;
  • Interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment;
  • Customer service orientation;
  • Demonstrates sound judgment in resolving routine matters;
  • Some understanding of metadata, subject classification and knowledge organization is highly desired.


UC Davis - Collection Strategist Librarian - Full Time

Collection Strategist Librarian

Salary: Associate Librarian to Librarian ($60,684 -$81,474)
(Appointment rank and salary based on qualifications and experience.)

Closing March 1, 2015

University of California, Davis, University Library


Position Overview

The University Library of the University of California, Davis, seeks a dynamic, innovative Collection Strategist librarian to participate in forming a new and forward-thinking Collection Strategies Department. The Collection Strategies Department leads in an initiative to create an environment of evidence-based collections acquisition, management, and review. The collaborative and user-focused Collection Strategist works closely with the Library's subject liaisons, personnel in other Library departments, and with campus faculty, staff, and students in a highly interdisciplinary research community renowned for its academic excellence and global impact. The Collection Strategist will operate within a newly reorganized library structure designed to support the high quality research collections and academic services on which the entire university community depends.

Under the general supervision of Head of the Collection Strategies Department, the Collection Strategist works in a matrix-based library organization across directorate and programmatic lines to build and maintain vital collections. The Strategist, supported by the Collection Strategies Department Analyst, gathers, assesses, and analyzes qualitative and quantitative data; contributes to the strategic allocation of Library resources for the acquisition and management of collections in traditional and emergent formats; and designs interpretive reports to best present and communicate how the Library judiciously develops its collections in an environment of change in scholarly communication and publishing. A key element to the success of the Strategist's work is incorporating University of California-wide and national collections initiatives (such as the HathiTrust), shared print, and specialized data repositories into the Library's collections framework.


Position Responsibilities
  • In collaboration with subject liaisons, the Collection Strategist develops frameworks and leads the coordination for evidence-based content acquisition, management, and assessment regardless of format or delivery platform.
  • In coordination with the Collection Strategies Department personnel, the Strategist contributes to budget planning, oversees funding allocations, and manages monographic approval plans.
  • Through consultation with other Library and University departments and services the Strategist designs models that promote and sustain content acquisitions, access, archiving, and preservation, and coordinates the Library's system-wide planning and consortial resource selection and evaluation, as well as national efforts to acquire shared content.
  • Guiding evidence-based collection development and management decision making, the Strategist designs assessment strategies and analyzes quantitative and qualitative data to inform and substantiate the strategic allocation of the Library's collections budget, as well as decision processes for the selection and management of content, including print, digital, media, data, and other emergent formats.
  • The Collection Strategist guides evidence-based processes by developing content acquisition, format choice, location, and assessment strategies; designing methodologies that promote best practices in making informed collection development and management decisions; and conducting regular content use reviews.
  • The Strategist coordinates gifts-in-kind activities, working with subject liaisons, the Special Collections Department, and the Archives Program.
  • The Strategist monitors local, system-wide, and vendor provided reports to identify collection related trends and patterns.
  • The Strategist participates and represents the Library in UC system-wide initiatives or on national level projects.



Required Qualifications
  • A master's degree in library or information sciences from an American Library Association accredited institution
  • Minimum five years' relevant experience in a major academic or research library in content acquisition, management, and assessment
  • Experience with library collection development, management, and budgeting
  • Knowledge of current, evolving, and innovative models of collection development and scholarly communication
  • Strong data analysis skills; proven skills to gather, assess, interpret, and present quantitative and qualitative data for varied audiences
  • High level of proficiency with Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and other software applications to manage and present data
  • Demonstrated success in working effectively both independently and within teams
  • Experience using the acquisition functions of an ILS system to make informed collections related decisions
  • Demonstrated skill with oral and written communications, sufficient for public speaking to a variety of audiences
  • Experience managing complex projects and leading project-oriented teams
  • Demonstrated effective interpersonal skills to establish and maintain close, productive working relationships with colleagues and Library constituencies
  • Experience working with sensitive or confidential data
  • Demonstrated organizational skills sufficient to balance multiple priorities, deadlines, and changing project parameters
  • Evidence of flexibility and initiative when working within a fast-paced, changing environment
  • Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working in a collaborative matrix-based environment
  • Experience with creating collection development and management policies and strategies
  • Aptitude for learning and adapting emerging technologies
  • Knowledge of scholarly communications issues, tools, and resources
  • Familiarity with licensing electronic resource practices
  • Strong record of professional engagement, such as service in library organizations, presentations at conferences, and peer-reviewed publication



Benefits: UC is one of the largest employers in California, and offers outstanding health and retirement benefits to its employees and their families. Librarians are academic appointees and earn 24 days of vacation and 12 days of sick leave per year. In addition, there are 13 university holidays.


Application Information
  • Applications must be submitted via the UC Davis RECRUIT website
  • Please include a letter of interest addressing qualifications and experience related to the position, a Curriculum Vitae, and names and contact information for at least three references.
  • Candidates applying by March 1, 2015 will receive first consideration. The position will remain open until filled.
  • The University of California is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.
  • UC Davis is a smoke and tobacco free campus effective January 1, 2014



Long Beach - Long Beach Public Library - Automated Service Bureau Manager

Candidates should email a letter of interest, resume, and three work-related references no later than 4:30 p.m., Friday, March 6, 2015, to LibraryRecruitment@lbpl.org

http://www.longbeach.gov/civica/jobs/displayblobpdf.asp?blobID=42202

Thursday, February 19, 2015

Los Angeles - Loyola Marymount University - Collection Development & Evaluation Librarian


Organization:     William H. Hannon Library
Title:      Librarian II - Collection Development & Evaluation
Posting Date      02/05/2015

Summary of Essential Job Duties:            
The William H. Hannon Library seeks an experienced and creative librarian to serve as Librarian for Collection Development & Evaluation; the librarian in this newly-created position will provide direction, planning, and evaluation of the library’s collections. Reporting to the Head of Acquisitions & Collection Development, the incumbent implements the library’s collection development goals in support of the university’s teaching and research programs and the information needs of students, faculty, and staff. Specific duties and responsibilities include:
Collaborate to develop broad policies establishing collection priorities, direction, and balance. Maintain specific Library of Congress subject classification profiles to guide the development of the library’s collections in print, electronic, and other formats. Actively collect materials in all formats. Manage the library’s weeding and gift materials programs.
Establish priorities and strategies for analyzing and assessing print and digital library collections by developing data-driven approaches to achieving strategic collections objectives. Evaluate adequacy of collections on a regular basis.
Develop and maintain client-focused relationships with faculty and students across all disciplines to determine collection needs and priorities. Oversee the collection development activities of librarian liaisons. Provide guidance to foster and support strong working relationships between faculty and librarian liaisons.
In coordination with the Department Head, monitor the library materials budgets and expenditures; work with liaisons to adjust spending patterns throughout the year to speed or slow spending as needed. Ensure that funds are appropriated equitably among disciplines and according to collection priorities.
Maintain, implement, and refine preservation and conservation policies and procedures for circulating library materials.
Experience:       
Minimum of two years professional experience in an academic library related to collection development required. Prefer five years collection development experience.
Demonstrated knowledge in effective budgeting and planning for library collections.
Broad background in and knowledge of current trends in higher education, academic libraries, and the publishing industry. Understanding of scholarly research and communication and of issues of ownership and access.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate and supervise the work of colleagues for whom there is no direct supervisory control. Ability to conceive and implement long-term strategies and achieve short-term goals. Capacity to thrive in an environment of change and to foster that capacity in others.
Excellent interpersonal skills including ability to win the trust and confidence of faculty, librarians, and other library staff and to work effectively and collaboratively in a team-based organization. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Knowledge of current issues in library resource sharing and ability to build library consortial relationships.
Highly developed organizational and leadership skills.
Demonstrated computer competencies, including Microsoft Office productivity applications. Knowledgeable about integrated library systems; knowledge of Innovative Interfaces Inc. Sierra preferred.
Required Education:      
Typically a Master’s degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited program or in a related field. Incumbent will be expected to continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to keep abreast of regulation/policy changes.             
               
Required Documents
Cover Letter
Resume/CV
Salary History

List of References

Sacramento Public Library - Business Services Librarian


Salary: $24.82 - $33.26 Hourly
$24.82 - $33.26 per hour (DOQ)
Open Date: February 18, 2015
Filing Deadline: 5pm on Thursday, March 5, 2015

Sacramento Public Library Authority is seeking the right person to build the library’s capacity to serve its local business community. If you are tech savvy, possess excellent customer service skills, a passionate commitment to public service and the willingness to learn and embrace change, we want you to apply.

The Business Services Librarian will establish partnerships, conduct outreach, develop and provide programming, and be an essential component in the library’s mission to deliver ideas, resources and inspiration to our community.

The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, can effectively navigate the policies, practices and culture of a complex organization and works well in a flexible team environment.

Minimum Qualifications:

1.Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited college or university;

2.Two years’ experience as a professional librarian, preferably in area of specialization or assignment preferred.

The position will be located at the Central Library and report to the Central Library Manager

Work Schedule:  Tuesday through Saturday with one weekday evening.  Schedules are subject to change and staff are notified according to the MOU.

The successful candidate will:

1.Establish successful partnerships between the library system and the Sacramento area business community;

2.Assist the Virtual Branch Coordinator in developing and maintaining innovative on-line resources for the business community;

3.Provide ideas and input on branding and marketing of on-line business services;

4.Conduct business community outreach by developing and maintaining relationships with community business leaders, chambers of commerce and small business development centers;

5.Develop and deliver small business programming;

6.Provide consultation services for patrons, business community, other reference staff and management staff with significant business planning needs.

How to Apply:

Note: Only the first 50 qualified applicants will be accepted

Candidates must complete: 1. Application; 2. Cover Letter; 3. Resume; 4. Response to Prequalification question; 5. Supplemental questions.

Position Description

Job Summary: Performs a variety of professional library work, including reference and readers’ advisory services, youth services, cataloging, selection and collection management, programming, staff and customer training, special projects; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions:

(Functions listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.)

1.Works in public service area answering information and readers’ advisory questions;

2.Identifies and locates library materials and assists customers in locating materials;

3.Assists and instructs customers in use of library resources, facilities, and policies;

4.Assists customers in performing computer searches and using electronic databases;

5.May perform copy and original cataloging and classification of library materials;

6.Coordinates selection and acquisitions processes for library materials, including maintaining standing orders and serials databases and files and monitoring holds buy ratios;

7.Designs and presents programs and presentations and accompanying materials;

8.Assists in training staff newly assigned to work area;

9.Keeps records and statistics; prepares reports;

10.Keeps abreast of practices and trends in public librarianship by attending workshops and educational programs and reading periodicals and specialized literature; and recommends more efficient practices;

11.Attends meetings, trainings and seminars; participates in various committees and team activities;

12.Fills in for any subordinate position, as needed;

13.Maintains positive relationships with other staff and members of the public;

14.Requires regular and punctual employee presence;

15.Acts as a representative of Sacramento Public Library to the public;

16.May:

•Select new and replacement materials and perform collection management functions in assigned area;

•Perform outreach activities, including school visits, story time presentations, and contacting community organizations and agencies;

•Carry out or supervise special projects;

•Prepare schedules;

•Supervise shelvers and volunteers;

•Perform circulation functions;

•Be in charge of a department or branch during short term absence of supervisor;

•Perform simple repair and maintenance on computers and other equipment; and

17.Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

The employee is expected to perform or possess the following:

Knowledge of:

1.Sacramento Public Library’s policies and procedures and practices and procedures of assigned department or branch;

2.Current reference and search tools, including electronic resources, the Internet and bibliographic utilities, and the ability to use them;

3.Integrated library system procedures and explain to staff and library customers;

4.Customer service techniques in a wide variety of situations and towards a diverse customer population;

5.Basic understanding of the principles of cataloging and understanding of the Dewey system;

6.Principles and practices of intellectual freedom and the Library Bill of Rights.

Ability to:

1.Successfully communicate with other staff members, library customers, representatives of community organizations, schools, and agencies, and library vendors and suppliers;

2.Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff and work as a team;

3.Understand the customer’s needs and deliver services by focusing on the customer;

4.Take initiative to ensure a positive and successful customer experience by contributing to finding solutions, regardless of assigned responsibility;

5.Respond to customers and address customer complaints/problems in a timely, accurate, courteous, respectful and friendly manner;

6.Possess attention to detail and follow through on tasks effectively and efficiently;

7.Establish priorities and organize workload effectively and efficiently while paying attention to detail and complete assignments under pressure;

8.Maintain a pleasant and productive working atmosphere; maintain composure and work effectively even when under pressure;

9.Keep all relevant parties informed of all major issues and to recommend changes as appropriate;

10.Act on behalf of the branch or department supervisor as necessary.

Skill in:

1.Operating relevant computer systems, including hardware and software; current audio-visual equipment; and office machines.

Education and Experience:

1.Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited university;

2.No experience necessary;

Physical and Environmental Conditions:

Work occurs in a normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature, and air conditions.  Normally seated, standing or walking at will.  Frequently required to sit, stand and walk, talk or hear and to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.  Physical activity requires occasional stooping and bending and daily lifting of library materials, supplies, etc. up to 50 pounds; some positions may require pushing book carts weighing up to 150 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.  Requires repetitive motion in the operation of a computer.

Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts which require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices, libraries, meeting and training rooms, e.g., use of safe work place practices with office equipment, avoidance of trips and falls and observance of fire and building safety regulations.   Position may require some travel throughout the library service area.  May require working evening and weekend shifts.  Interaction with library staff, library customers, other libraries, agencies and organizations, or vendors will be necessary to provide and receive information, present programs, or resolve situations or problems.  There may be some exposure to angry or hostile individuals.

A valid Class C California Drivers License may be required for some positions at the time of appointment.

The above job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with this job.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

Ideal Candidate:
The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, can effectively navigate the policies, practices and culture of a complex organization and works well in a flexible team environment:

1.Establish successful partnerships between the library system and the Sacramento area business community;
2.Assist the Virtual Branch Coordinator in developing and maintaining innovative on-line resources for the business community;
3.Provide ideas and input on branding and marketing of on-line business services;
4.Conduct business community outreach by developing and maintaining relationships with community business leaders, chambers of commerce and small business development centers;
5.Develop and deliver small business programming;
6.Provide consultation services for patrons, business community, other reference staff and management staff with significant business planning needs.

Woodland - Yolo County Library - Administrative Services Analyst


SALARY: $27.36 - $33.25 Hourly
$4,742.00 - $5,763.00 Monthly
$56,904.00 - $69,156.00 Annually
OPENING DATE:               02/13/15
CLOSING DATE: 02/27/15 05:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:
The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill one regular, full-time position in the class of Administrative Services Analyst at the Yolo County Library (YCL).  The candidate selected for this position will be responsible for a number of functions including writing grant proposals, developing contracts, marketing and public relations, updating and maintaining the YCL website, engaging in strategic planning, statistical analysis, writing a variety of special reports, drafting policies and procedures for system-wide manual, coordinating staff development and training, and providing other administrative support as needed. 

Interested applicants should submit an online County of Yolo Employment Application, responses to supplemental questions, a detailed resume, and verification of education by 5pm on the final filing date.

For important and detailed information regarding the application and selection process for this recruitment, please see the APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS section of this job announcement below.

Definition
Under direction, performs moderately difficult and complex administrative and analytical work that may involve and/or emphasize the functional areas of: general and administrative support, fiscal and contract management, program analysis and compliance, staff development and training, and/or information systems support; and performs other related duties as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics
This is the full journey-level class in the professional Administrative Services Analyst series. At this level, incumbents use substantial independent judgment to make decisions on work issues, including those that are unusual or fall outside of established parameters. Incumbents often perform duties that are highly specialized to the work unit, emphasizing one or more of the following functional areas: general and administrative support, fiscal and contract management, program analysis and compliance, staff development and training, and/or information systems support. Consequently, specialized recruitments may be held to attract applicants by functional area.

This class can be distinguished from the entry-level class of Associate Administrative Services Analyst because assignments at that level are less difficult and complex than those assigned to an Administrative Services Analyst, and are performed under greater supervision and have less authority to act. An Associate Administrative Services Analyst performs basic and routine analytical assignments that may be repetitive and do not require extensive, in-depth analysis.

This class may also be distinguished from the higher-level of Senior Administrative Services Analyst because incumbents in that class perform advanced and highly complex assignments that typically include comprehensive responsibility for overseeing one or more complex administrative functions for an entire department, as well as supervision of staff.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assignments may include, but are not limited to, the duties listed below.

Typical duties related to general and administrative support functions:
 - Compiles and analyzes moderately complex data; makes comprehensive recommendations on the formulation of policy, procedures, staffing and organizational changes.
 - Conducts a variety of surveys; performs moderately complex research and statistical analyses on administrative, fiscal, personnel, and/or programmatic issues.
 - Performs moderately difficult and complex analytical and technical work in the formulation and administration of department or division budgets, development and management of grants and contracts, management of department level procurement, and/or personnel functions.
 - Coordinates the design, implementation, and installation of new and revised computer programs, systems, software, procedures, methods of operation and forms.
 - Coordinates and oversees the administrative functions of the department; compiles materials; develops and prepares moderately complex reports, correspondence, manuals, publications, and other documents; obtains management review and approval as needed.
 - Coordinates departmental activities with other departments, divisions, units, and   outside agencies; represents the department in committee meetings; responds to complaints and requests for information.
 - Analyzes complex administrative systems and practices,  develops and recommends modifications and enhancements; coordinates implementation of changes.
 - Coordinates, monitors and directs the acquisition, allocation and use of equipment, supplies, telecommunication systems, office and facility space, records storage and retrieval systems and forms; conducts research and develops procedures to improve efficiency and cost effectiveness; monitors expenditures; reviews, evaluates and decides on appeals in a department’s program administrative hearings.

EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
Any combination of the required experience and education listed below that provides the required knowledge and abilities is acceptable. A typical way of getting the knowledge and abilities is outlined below:

Education:  Possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in business administration, public administration, accounting, finance, organizational development, social work, education, human resources, information technology or a closely related field; AND
Experience:  Either one (1) year as an Associate Administrative Services Analyst in Yolo County; or three (3) years of professional analytical journey level experience in any of the functional areas required by the position: general and administrative support, fiscal and contract management, program analysis and compliance, staff development and training, and/or information systems support.

Substitution:  Additional professional level experience in any of the functional areas noted above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years.

Experience in the classifications of Staff Services Analyst I/II, Departmental Analyst, Program and Administrative Planner, and Employment Training Analyst in Yolo County may be substituted for the above required education on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum four (4) years.

License: Some positions in this classification may require incumbents to possess and maintain a valid California driver’s license, Class C or higher, to carry out job related duties. Individuals who do not meet this requirement due to a physical or mental disability may request a reasonable accommodation.

Required for general and administrative support functions:
Knowledge of: Advanced principles and practices of public and business administration; governmental functions and organization.
Ability to:  Gather and analyze complex data; identify problems and central issues; reason logically and critically; perform, analyze and document research; read and understand laws and regulations; research legislative issues; read and interpret operating procedures and regulations; recommend and implement changes and improvements; speak and write effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships; work independently and accept increasing responsibility; analyze policies, procedures and programs and make effective recommendations; utilize computer hardware, software and peripherals to accomplish work objectives.
APPLICATION & SELECTION PROCESS:
Application Process
It is highly recommended that you print this job bulletin for future reference.

Your application should highlight all relevant education, training, and experience, and clearly indicate how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position as of the final filing date.  Application information must be current, concise, and related to the requirements in this job announcement.  A resume may be included with your application; however, it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.  Incomplete applications will be disqualified.

In addition to a completed application, applicants are required to submit a detailed resume, a completed supplemental questionnaire, and verification of education for this position.  Additional documents may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Office in any one or more of the following ways:

*  As an attachment to the online application
*  By e-mail to jobs@yolocounty.org
*  By fax to (530) 666-8049
*  By hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695.  Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

All required documents must be received by the Human Resources Office by the final filing date.  Postmarks will not be accepted.  Human Resources is not responsible for the untimely delivery of materials sent via U.S./specialized mail, or County interoffice mail.

Selection Procedure
The following is a tentative schedule of events that will occur as part of the selection process.  The selection process steps, and all listed dates, may change with or without notice.

Week of 03/02/2015  Screen for Minimum Qualifications
Week of 03/09/2015  Screen for Best Qualified
Week of 03/23/2015  Department Selection Interviews
TBD Tentative Job Offer/Livescan/Drug & Alcohol Screen
04/19/2015  Estimated Start Date

Screening for Best Qualified
The supplemental questions are designed to elicit specific information regarding a candidate's experience, education, and training.  Responses should be consistent with the information on your application and are subject to verification.  If a job included responsibilities applicable to several questions, separate the different functions of the job to answer all the questions completely.  Resumes or referral to the application or other questionnaire responses will not be accepted in lieu of completing each question.  If you have no experience, write "no experience" for the appropriate question.  Based upon responses to the supplemental questionnaire, the applicant's education, training, and experience will be evaluated to determine those applicants that are best qualified.

Contact Information
For questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact Jenny Brown by e-mail at jenny.brown@yolocounty.org or by phone at (530) 666-8328.

APPLICATIONS MAY BE FILED ONLINE AT:
http://www.yolocounty.org

625 Court Street, Room 101
Woodland, CA 95695
(530) 666-8055

jobs@yolocounty.org

Position #2015-00025
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES ANALYST
JB
Administrative Services Analyst Supplemental Questionnaire

*1. The job bulletin for this class outlines the steps in the application and selection process, and contains all necessary information that an applicant will need to complete and submit a complete application packet.
Checkbox I certify that understand the application instructions for this position.
*2. Your job application must be competed in order to show how you meet the minimum qualifications for this position. Human Resources will assess your qualifications based ONLY on the information provided in the job application.
Checkbox I certify that my application contains all necessary employment and education information to show how I meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
*3. Complete application packets must be submitted prior to the final filing date. No additional time is given for candidates to provide additional information.
Checkbox I understand that I will NOT be given additional time to submit additional information.
*4. I have read the above instructions and understand that my responses to the supplemental questions are required, and my responses will be used to determine the best qualified candidates for this job. I certify that my responses are accurate to the best of my knowledge. I understand that should my name be placed on an eligible list and it is later found that my responses are inaccurate, my name will be immediately removed from the eligible list and I will be deemed ineligible for consideration for employment in this class with Yolo County.
Yes Yes     No No
 *5. Describe an example of an analytical project you have completed. Please include in your response information about the context/purpose of the analysis, the steps you took to complete the analysis, and the work product/outcome as a result of that analysis.
*6. Describe your experience preparing and writing grants, contracts, and other fiscal reports/documents.
*7. Describe your experience with marketing, website design, and/or public relations.
*8. Describe your experience working in a team environment. Include in your response an example of a time when you worked with a team to streamline a process to make it more efficient and effective.
* Required Question