San Jose – County of Santa Clara - Library Page

URL: https://goo.gl/QYJOKU

Salary: $26,122.72 - $31,759.52 Annually

Closing Date: April 27, 2017 11:59 PM

Description

Under general supervision, to perform routine shelving and standardized library physical tasks within established guidelines.

Typical Tasks

Sorts, shelves, shifts, and ensures library materials are correctly arranged following established procedures; Searches shelves for various library materials; Performs light clean-up within library, such as picking up litter and emptying waste receptacles; performs light maintenance on library equipment; and restocks public office and restroom supplies; May answer simple informational and directional questions initiated by patrons, according to written guidelines; refers patrons to appropriate staff for assistance; Empties book drop and assists with electronically checking-in and resetting computer codes on library items; Packs, unpacks, and distributes library shipments and newspapers; uses automated materials handling system to process shipments and returned items; Labels, tapes, and stamps library materials; Uses copy machine to copy and collate; Assists in opening and closing procedures; Participates in meetings and safety trainings, and follows library rules/guidelines; Assists in setting-up community rooms for programs; Assists patrons in loading and unloading library materials and donations to and from vehicles; May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required; May perform any related duty, as required.

Employment Standards

The Library Page is an entry-level position requiring the ability to follow oral and written directions and learn routine library procedures, such as filing methods and the use of office equipment.

Other Requirements

Willingness to work at least one (1) night per week and one weekend day every other week.

Knowledge of:

Alphabetical and numerical filing systems, such as the Dewey Decimal Classification System, to locate and organize materials.

Ability to:

Follow simple oral and written instructions in the English language; Learn routine library procedures, including operating library equipment such as computers; Work quickly and accurately with numbers and letters; Multi-task and prioritize assignments; Demonstrate attention to detail; Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Rocklin – Placer County Library – Senior Library Clerk

URL: https://goo.gl/DcNNZ0

Salary: $18.70 - $22.73/hr; $3,241.49 - $3,939.95/month; $38,897.87 - $47,279.44/year

Date Opened:  4/24/2017

Closing Date:  5/8/2017

INTRODUCTION

Placer County is comprised of over 1,400 square miles of beautiful and diverse geography, ranging from the residential and commercial areas of South Placer, westward through the historic foothill areas of Auburn, Foresthill, and Colfax, and to the County's jewel of the North Lake Tahoe basin. Placer is a great place to live, work, play and learn. For more information about Placer County, please visit www.placer.ca.gov.

POSITION INFORMATION

The Placer County Library is seeking a self-motivated and flexible individual with outstanding customer service skills to fill a Senior Library Clerk vacancy at the Rocklin Library.  The current vacancy is a permanent full-time position, but the list established from this recruitment may be used to fill other vacancies as they arise, including part-time positions.  Schedules vary, and include some weekends and evenings. Incumbents may also be required to provide coverage to multiple locations.

DEFINITION

To perform a variety of responsible library duties associated with operation of a small branch library; exercises functional and technical supervision over assigned library support staff and volunteers.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is the advanced journey level class within the Library Clerk series.  This class is distinguished from the Library Clerk – Journey by the assignment of the full range of duties associated with the operation of a small branch library of the County’s Library system or provision of children's services when assigned. 

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from the Assistant Director and Director of Library Services or from the Youth Services Librarian in the provision of children’s library services when assigned to the children’s services program. Exercises technical and functional supervision over clerical positions, library pages, aides and volunteers.

EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES

·         Plan, assign and coordinate the work of support staff including volunteers; provide technical and functional supervision to assigned staff.

·         Maintain logs and files relating to acquisition of books, materials, supplies and maintenance contracts; recommend appropriate expenditures.

·         Represent the Department to outside groups and organizations.

·         Check library materials in and out; maintain circulation and patron database; prepare materials for circulation.

·         Shelve library materials and review library shelves for proper order.

·         Compute, collect, receipt and record monies collected for overdue, lost or damaged materials.

·         Assist customers in using library services and in understanding the arrangement and location of library materials or provides technical assistance as necessary.

·         Register new borrowers and issue library cards; enter customer requests for materials.

·         Maintain collection including weeding shelves of outdated materials and performing skilled mending; maintain and monitor budget for new orders.

·         Establish, maintain and compile statistics on library activities and materials used.

·         Perform general clerical duties as necessary and operate library related office equipment.

·         Keep library neat and clean and set up and maintain displays.

·         Conduct various special activities such as literacy services, story hours, summer reading programs, classroom visits and various outreach functions.

·         Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other County employees and the public using principles of good customer service.

·         Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of experience and training that would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying.  A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:

Experience: Three years of responsible experience performing a broad range of duties operating a library, bookstore or small business which provides the candidate with the possession of practical knowledge needed to operate and/or manage a branch library or provide library children services when assigned. 

Training: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

License or Certificate: May need to possess a valid driver's license as required by the position.  Proof of adequate vehicle insurance and medical clearance may also be required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

·         Methods of conducting storytelling for children.

·         Standard library practices, techniques and terminology.

·         Principles and practices of work safety.

·         Principles and practices of customer service and reception techniques.

Ability to:

·         On a continuous basis, sit at desk and/or stand at counter for long periods of time.  Intermittently bend, twist, kneel or squat while shelving, opening boxes, or moving equipment; twist and reach office equipment; see and read print; write and use keyboard to communicate and to enter circulation and collection data; perform simple and power grasping and fine manipulation; lift moderate weight.

·         Intermittently, review documents related to library operations; observe, identify and problem solve library operations and procedures; understand, interpret and explain library policies and procedures.

·         Learn policies and procedures of the department.

·         Independently perform routine circulation, collection and reference duties.

·         Perform a variety of library work with speed and accuracy, including use of automated library system.

·         Conduct storytelling activities when providing children's services program activities.

·         Train and oversee library aides, pages and volunteers.

·         Work with various cultural and ethnic groups in a tactful and effective manner.

·         Act quickly and calmly in emergency situations.

·         Obtain information through interviews; work fairly and courteously with the public; and work effectively with interruptions.

·         Work weekend and evening shifts as assigned.

·         Use automated library system, computer, internet, calculator, typewriter, telephone, fax machine, copier machine, and other library related equipment.

·         Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.

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

Woodland – Yolo County Library – County Librarian

URL: https://goo.gl/0fFyXE

Posting Date: 4/25/17

Closing Date: 5/26/17

The Yolo County Library is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive employee workforce that is reflective of the population and who are knowledgeable, encouraging and continually supporting of communities in the region. The Library is committed to nurturing an environment where differences are valued and all staff are part of a productive, high performing team that delivers quality services to all customers. www.yolocountylibrary.org.

The County Librarian serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority and is responsible for managing and directing a balanced county library system that includes a comprehensive program of library services. Policies are set by the Board of Supervisors and general administrative direction is provided by the County Administrator. The County Library Advisory Board advises the Board of Supervisors and the County Librarian. The County Librarian is also the County’s Chief Archivist.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

·         Evaluate community needs and coordinate with community interest groups, elected officials, County administration, Library staff and others to determine the scope and nature of the services provided in each service area in regard to operating hours, relevance of collections, programs, new or expanded facilities and services required in light of changing social conditions and best practices for providing Library services;

·         Develop a plan to integrate current and new technology to provide users with greater access to technology;

·         Support building projects, ensuring timely advancement of projects and oversight of funding possibilities;

·         Participate in the nurturing and development of local Library support groups, including Friends of the Library and the County Library Advisory Board;

·         Plan, develop and implement goals and objectives for Library programs and services, and develop strategies to achieve department goals;

·         Prepare and administer grants and other proposals which provide funding, and develop implementation plans to ensure adherence to grant requirements;

·         Plan, manage and coordinate Library activities and services, and pursue joint agency activities to expand Library services;

·         Promote Library services, programs and needs to the public, businesses, schools, colleges, Library support groups and other interested agencies; oversee the development of Library promotional materials and activities; participate in a wide range of public and community functions designed to promote Library programs and services;

·         Select, train, mentor and evaluate staff;

·         Direct the preparation of and administer each service area budget

·         Participate and encourage staff participation in the activities of professional library organizations.

EDUCATION:

Master’s Degree in Library Science, Library Information Services, or related library field or equivalent from an accredited graduate school of Librarianship.

EXPERIENCE:

Seven years professional library experience, with proven management and supervisory experience.

LICENSE:

Possession of a County Librarian’s certificate issued by the CA State Board of Library Examiners.

Sacramento – Los Rios Community College District – Librarian Adjunct Assistant Professor

URL: https://goo.gl/Es0Pwp

Posted Date: April 20, 2017

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The Los Rios Community College District is a two-year public college district serving the greater Sacramento region. Our district includes American River, Cosumnes River, Folsom Lake and Sacramento City colleges; major centers in Placerville, Davis, West Sacramento, Elk Grove, Natomas and Rancho Cordova; and special services for business and industry.

Our colleges offer transfer education - students complete freshman and sophomore years and transfer to a four-year college or university - and AA/AS degrees and certificates in over 70 career fields. The District's 2400 square mile service area includes Sacramento and El Dorado counties and parts of Yolo, Placer, and Solano counties. Approximately 80,000 students are enrolled in our colleges.

The District office houses a number of district-wide services. These include the Chancellor's office, Board Room, Legal Services, Business Services, Human Resources, Institutional Research, District Police Department, Resource Development and Information Technology. Other district-wide services which can be found at various locations around the community are the, Facilities Management Department and the Workforce and Economic Development Center. Each department strives for the highest quality in all programs, services, and activities for our communities and staff.

Position Summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking a pool of qualified applicants for possible temporary part-time teaching assignments. These positions are filled on an as needed basis and are on-going recruitment. Assignments may include day, evening and weekend courses.

Assignment Responsibilities

General Responsibilities:

The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in his/her regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member as outlined in the college faculty handbook.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Have a master's degree from an accredited institution in library science, library and information science; OR, hold a California Community College Instructor's Credential in the discipline area; OR, the equivalent.*

2. 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.

Sacramento – Los Rios Community College District – Librarian, Technical Services, Adjunct Professor

URL: https://goo.gl/F8DDcX

Posting Date: April 20, 2017

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The Los Rios Community College District is a two-year public college district serving the greater Sacramento region. Our district includes American River, Cosumnes River, Folsom Lake and Sacramento City colleges; major centers in Placerville, Davis, West Sacramento, Elk Grove, Natomas and Rancho Cordova; and special services for business and industry.

Our colleges offer transfer education - students complete freshman and sophomore years and transfer to a four-year college or university - and AA/AS degrees and certificates in over 70 career fields. The District's 2400 square mile service area includes Sacramento and El Dorado counties and parts of Yolo, Placer, and Solano counties. Approximately 80,000 students are enrolled in our colleges.

The District office houses a number of district-wide services. These include the Chancellor's office, Board Room, Legal Services, Business Services, Human Resources, Institutional Research, District Police Department, Resource Development and Information Technology. Other district-wide services which can be found at various locations around the community are the, Facilities Management Department and the Workforce and Economic Development Center. Each department strives for the highest quality in all programs, services, and activities for our communities and staff.

Position Summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking a pool of qualified applicants for possible temporary part-time teaching assignments. These positions are filled on an as needed basis and are on-going recruitment. Assignments may include day, evening and weekend courses.

Assignment Responsibilities

General Responsibilities:

The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in his/her regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member as outlined in the college faculty handbook.

• As coordinated by the System Librarian, the Librarian (Technical Services) will be responsible for, but not limited to:

• The original cataloging, including description, authority verification, subject headings, and call number assignment of print and non-print materials and web resources not located in the Online Computer Library Center ( OCLC ) database.

• Evaluating and edit copy cataloging located in the Online Computer Library Center ( OCLC ) database.

• Authority file maintenance, database cleanup projects, and collection evaluation.

• Occasional work at the reference desk may also be required on an as needed basis.

• Knowledge of, or experience with, RDA , MARC format, Library of Congress Subject Headings, Library of Congress Classification System, and Online Computer Library Center ( OCLC ) preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Have a master's degree from an accredited institution in library science, library and information science; OR, hold a California Community College Instructor's Credential in the discipline area; OR, the equivalent.*

2. 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.

Sacramento – Los Rios Community College District - Library Science Adjunct Assistant Professor

URL: https://goo.gl/NU27Mm

Opening Date: April 20, 2017

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

The Los Rios Community College District is a two-year public college district serving the greater Sacramento region. Our district includes American River, Cosumnes River, Folsom Lake and Sacramento City colleges; major centers in Placerville, Davis, West Sacramento, Elk Grove, Natomas and Rancho Cordova; and special services for business and industry.

Our colleges offer transfer education - students complete freshman and sophomore years and transfer to a four-year college or university - and AA/AS degrees and certificates in over 70 career fields. The District's 2400 square mile service area includes Sacramento and El Dorado counties and parts of Yolo, Placer, and Solano counties. Approximately 80,000 students are enrolled in our colleges.

The District office houses a number of district-wide services. These include the Chancellor's office, Board Room, Legal Services, Business Services, Human Resources, Institutional Research, District Police Department, Resource Development and Information Technology. Other district-wide services which can be found at various locations around the community are the, Facilities Management Department and the Workforce and Economic Development Center. Each department strives for the highest quality in all programs, services, and activities for our communities and staff.

Position Summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking a pool of qualified applicants for possible temporary part-time teaching assignments. These positions are filled on an as needed basis and are on-going recruitment. Assignments may include day, evening and weekend courses.

Assignment Responsibilities

General Responsibilities:

The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in his/her regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member as outlined in the college faculty handbook.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Have a master's degree in library science, library and information science; OR, hold a California Community College Instructor's Credential in the discipline area; OR, the equivalent.*

2. 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.

*Note: Applicants applying under the "equivalent" provision must attach details and explain how their academic preparation is the equivalent of the degrees listed above.

Davis-University of California-Life Sciences Librarian

Link: https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/apply/JPF01560

First Review: May 22, 2017

Final Date: July 24, 2017 (Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.)

Salary: $48,438 - $68,522  (Salary based on qualifications and experience.)

Position Overview:

The Library of the University of California, Davis, seeks a versatile and enthusiastic librarian to work closely with teaching faculty, students, staff, and institutional stakeholders in a highly interdisciplinary academic community. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing outreach, education, and information resources in support of research and learning focusing especially on undergraduate student needs. This position must be able to collaborate effectively with teaching faculty, undergraduate students, and staff to develop a shared vision for library services and resources aligned with the Library’s mission and vision.

Position Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Head of the Research Services Department, the Life Sciences Librarian delivers responsive, innovative information services that support the needs of the undergraduate students in the College of Biological Sciences, the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, and the university community working generally in the life sciences.

• The Life Sciences librarian cultivates and maintains strong collaborative relationships with teaching faculty; maintains an understanding of the undergraduate research and teaching programs in the CBS and CAES; promotes library activities within the UC Davis community; and collaborates on campus-centered and University of California-wide cooperative initiatives to deliver timely and effective services.

• Major activities conducted by the Life Sciences Librarian include planning, developing, implementing, and evaluating appropriate undergraduate educational and research support services in life sciences disciplines, Responsibilities for this position include enhancing the Library’s existing outreach initiatives and expanding information literacy instruction programs to undergraduate students; providing undergraduate information research consultation services; collaborating in team teaching of large survey classes in CBS and CAES; developing new initiatives and partnerships to further student success in degree completion and for lifelong learning; overseeing the development of web pages, tutorials, and/or other online tools in support of teaching strategies for the life sciences. The incumbent’s duties include preparing reports and analyses regarding ongoing services and special projects, including the generation and interpretation of data that inform decisions and demonstrate the Library’s value to the UC Davis community and beyond.

• UC Davis librarians are expected to participate in Library and system-wide initiatives and activities, work comfortably in a collegial environment, and to be active professionally. The successful candidate will show promise or evidence of such contributions.

Required Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent.

• Two or more years of recent experience supporting research, teaching or learning in a library, research, and/or teaching environment.

• Demonstrated familiarity with current life sciences information resources in an academic or research library.

• Demonstrated understanding of current library practices in support of curricula across the range of life sciences educational programs.

• Demonstrated understanding of and ability to determine information and research needs of undergraduate students, teaching faculty and other academic personnel, and to effectively develop and deliver responsive services using a variety of current tools.

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with multiple constituencies in a complex environment utilizing a variety of skills such as setting goals, managing time, promoting teamwork, and meeting deadlines.

• Demonstrated effective use of analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Demonstrated experience applying learning theories and teaching strategies to support library instruction and information research literacy.

• Evidence of knowledge related to assessing librarian delivered instruction.

• Demonstrated experience with outreach initiatives that further information literacy integration into an undergraduate life sciences curriculum.

• Demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging trends in instructional services.

• Evidence of flexibility and initiative when working within a fast-paced and rapidly changing setting.

• Demonstrated strong commitment to user services and improving the user experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Undergraduate or higher degree in the life sciences OR two years’ working experience as a life sciences librarian in an academic or research library.

• Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to use and successfully experiment with technology to deliver information services to life sciences clientele.

• Familiarity with research data management or curation.

• Demonstrated project management skills.

• Familiarity with developing and managing relevant collections in an academic library.

• Knowledge of scholarly communications issues, tools, and resources.

• Record of professional engagement, such as service in library organizations, presentations at conferences, or publication.

Application Information:

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 May 22, 2017 will receive first consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

Application Documents:
1) Cover Letter - Please include a letter of interest addressing how your qualifications and experience relate to the posted qualifications of the position.
2) Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
3) Statement of Contributions to Diversity - Diversity contributions documented in the application file will be used to evaluate applicants. Visit http://academicaffairs.ucdavis.edu/diversity/equity_inclusion/index.html for guidelines about writing a diversity statement and why one is requested.

Sacramento-Kaiser Permanente-Manager of Library Services for Medical Center

Link: https://kp.taleo.net/careersection/external/jobdetail.ftl?lang=en&job=586948&src=JB-10088

Closing Date: Not listed

Salary: Not listed

Description:

Manages the operations of a Medical Library in a Medical Center to provide high quality, cost effective information services to the medical staff and all medical center employees for patient care, education, and work-related study and research. Manages integrated on-line library and directs and conducts manual and on-line data searches using electronic information sources to acquire and disseminate information to end-users.

Essential Functions:

• Selects and acquires texts and journals to ensure a current and up-to-date collection of material to support the needs of end-users. Provides literature unavailable in the library through a nation-wide system of inter-library borrowing or on-line searches. Maintains accurate cataloging; Directs the daily operations of the medical library and manages the professional and clerical staff.

• Recruits, interviews, hires, develops, counsels, and evaluates library personnel. Ensures technical expertise and staff competency; Utilizes the internet and other current technology to locate, evaluate and organize data for library users in a way that maximizes usefulness for end users; Plans for future space, equipment and staffing needs; Orients users on library's facilities, services, resources, and equipment.

• Instructs users (employees and members) on use of periodical indexes, on-line databases, reference tools and policies and procedures; Oversees the maintenance and enhancement of Library's computer systems and monitors operation of internally and externally developed systems; Develops and implements policies and procedures for the operation and maintenance of the library.

• Monitors department's compliance with regulatory standards and recommendations; Establishes ongoing quality assurance program to continually improve information services in response to changing needs; Maintains good relations with other departments/libraries to enhance services and ensure linkage of services through individual, team and group interaction and local, community, regional and national level.

• Collaborates with peers internally and externally to establish and achieve common goals; Represents Kaiser Permanente on committees and at conferences in the community and at the state and national level as well as at Professional Associations and Peer Groups; Develops and administers the operating and capital budget and controls expenditures in accordance with budgetary limits while maintaining agreed upon services.

• Kaiser Permanente conducts compensation reviews of positions on a routine basis. At any time, Kaiser Permanente reserves the right to reevaluate and change job descriptions, or to change such positions from salaried to hourly pay status. Such changes are generally implemented only after notice is given to affected employees.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in a medical, academic or special library required.

Education

• Master's degree in library science (MLIS) from an ALA accredited library school required.

• Bachelor's degree required.

 Additional Requirements:

• Demonstrate the ability to plan, implement and monitor new programs and services.

• Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

• Certification in Medical Librarianship by the Medical Library Association preferred.

Yolo County - Yolo County Library - Librarian I/II Adult Services

Link: https://agency.governmentjobs.com/yolococa/default.cfm

Contact Information
For questions about the position or about employment with the County, please contact Human Resources by e-mail at jobs@yolocounty.org or by phone at (530) 666-8055.

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.

The County of Yolo is recruiting for one regular, full-time position in the class of Librarian at the Yolo County Library. The candidate selected will be placed at the Librarian I or II level depending on their background and experience, and at the discretion of the appointing authority. The salary range for each classification level is as follows:

Librarian I: $43,156 - $52,456 Annually
Librarian II: $53,183 - $64,645 Annually

Employment Standards:
Librarian I
Education: Master's Degree in Library Science or Library Information Services or related library field from an accredited graduate school of Librarianship.

Librarian II
Education: Master's Degree in Library Science or Library Information Services or related library field from an accredited graduate school of Librarianship; AND

Experience: Two (2) years of professional library experience comparable to the functions performed by a Librarian I at the County of Yolo

Knowledge of: principles, practices, and philosophy of public library work, including community engagement and outreach, library cataloging and classification, reference and reader's advisory, a wide variety of books and authors, principles of library materials selection and maintenance, book selection related to community needs and programming; books, authors, bibliographies, and  digital material; library functions and services; Dewey decimal classification system and Library of Congress subject headings; standard reference materials; principles and practices of leadership, mentoring, and training; correct English usage, grammar, punctuation, and spelling; and office procedures, methods, and equipment including computers and applicable software applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and other specialized library computer applications and library automation.

The candidate selected for this position will be assigned to the Mary L. Stephens - Davis Branch Library in the West Yolo Region and will work with a creative team of professionals, paraprofessionals and community partners to deliver exceptional service to adults of all ages.  The position is responsible for envisioning, planning, implementing and evaluating system-wide and local programs and services for adults, co-coordinating annual programming, serving as a lead for reference staff, managing the Read Around Yolo book club program, coordinating the Book Bike's outreach schedule and staffing, grants management, countywide reference and read's advisory services, government documents, library instruction, promoting the collection, and may oversee the day-to-day operations of a small branch.  All staff in this class are expected to provide direct service at any branch.  Incumbents must be able to work regular evening and weekend hours.

The ideal candidate will be a community oriented professional who is bilingual in Chinese and is enthusiastic about promoting the library to a broader audience.  The candidate selected for this position must demonstrate active engagement with new technologies, an aptitude to skillfully manage grants and projects, should demonstrate an ease with leading others, and should genuinely enjoy direct public service to a diverse population base and possess a firm grasp of current and emerging library trends.  Experience working in a multilingual, multicultural environment is highly desired.

Definition 
Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of professional duties involving circulation, program, technology, and reference services within the County Library system; and does other related work as required.

Distinguishing Characteristics
The Librarian I/II class has two salary levels. Positions in this class are flexibly staffed and the level at which appointments are made is at the discretion of the appointing authority. The Librarian I is the entry level in this class series. Initially, incumbents work under closer supervision, and are given detailed instructions in the performance of routine tasks that are more structured and repetitive than those assigned to the Librarian II. As skills and knowledge are developed, incumbents are expected to perform increasingly responsible and difficult assignments.  At the discretion of the appointing authority, incumbents may advance to Librarian II after demonstrating the ability to perform the full journey duties of the class, which generally requires two years of experience as a Librarian I.

The Librarian II is the journey level in the class series. Incumbents work under general supervision and are expected to be proficient in performing a variety of responsible and more difficult professional library work. Specific duties of individual positions may vary, depending on assignment, but the preponderant responsibilities of all positions in this class are related to system-wide functions that include circulation, program, technology and reference services. While some Librarian II incumbents supervise paraprofessional library staff and volunteers, all Librarian II incumbents are expected to provide lead direction and guidance to entry level Librarians, paraprofessional library staff, extra help employees and/or volunteers.

Incumbents in this class report to a Library Regional Manager or other management personnel. While the Librarian II class may supervise staff in some instances, it does not supervise other professional Librarians.

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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.

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

Provides system-wide library services such as archives, circulation, collection development, reference and reader's advisory, technology services, and youth, teen, or adult programming.
Provides assistance to customers through a variety of methods to ensure that customers have the ability to effectively utilize all library resources; assists customers with utilizing social media and on-line tools, library programs, and a variety of reference services; teaches basic internet searching and other computer classes as assigned.
Develops, coordinates, and facilitates a variety of library programs, services and outreach to a variety of customers using a systems-thinking approach, and organizes and facilitates community engagement events to meet customer needs.
Serves as a liaison to community groups, organizations, and agencies, and acts as an ambassador for the Yolo County Library System.
Performs troubleshooting for library computers, other electronic devices, and equipment.
Conducts analysis using a variety of methods to make recommendations and/or implement solutions.
Distributes and assigns work to employees; monitors work for progress and quality; ensures work is completed in a timely and efficient manner; reviews work.
Provides training and mentoring to staff in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Assists, guides, and instructs subordinate library staff and/or volunteers in the performance of their duties; provides technical direction and problem solving in response to staff work questions and problems.
Provides input to supervisor on employee performance and informs supervisor of conduct problems.
Responds to and coordinates with supervisor to resolve routine customer inquiries and complaints.
Demonstrates professional commitment by attending workshops and educational programs, reading periodicals and specialized literature, attending staff meetings, participating in committees, and engaging with other organizations that further the library's mission and goals.
Performs related duties as assigned.

Ability to: use or quickly learn online circulation systems, online catalog, databases, social media and other computer applications; set priorities; analyze and respond to community needs and requests; analyze situations and problems, identify alternative solutions, and take appropriate action; apply customer service skills, including the identification of customer needs and follow up to ensure customer commitments have been met; communicate effectively and tactfully with diverse populations; represent the library to the community; develop and conduct special programs; develop and maintain cooperative, effective working relationships with others; lead and train subordinate staff or volunteers; plan, coordinate, assign, and review the work of subordinate staff or volunteers; work flexible and changing schedule including evenings and weekends.

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 should be included with your application; however, it will not substitute for the information requested on the application.  In addition to a completed application, applicants are required to submit a completed supplemental questionnaire and verification of education for this position.  Incomplete applications will be disqualified.

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 05/15/2017:  Screen for Minimum Qualifications
Week of 05/22/2017:  Screen for Best Qualified
Week of 06/01/2017: Department Selection Interviews
Week of 06/19/17:  Finalist Interviews
TBD:  Reference Checks
TBD:  Tentative Job Offer/Livescan/Drug & Alcohol Screen
July 2017: Estimated Start Date

Verification of Education
Acceptable forms of educational documentation are official or unofficial transcripts that list the student's name, institution name, field of study and date the degree was awarded.

For recent graduates who have not received proof of their degree yet, a letter from the registrar's office stating that all requirements for graduation have been met and listing the field of study will be sufficient proof of graduation.

Please do not send originals; copies of the required documents are acceptable. Any submitted documents will not be returned.

All foreign transcripts or diplomas must be in English. If the institution does not provide these documents in English, the applicant will need to provide a translation which has been done by a professional agency. The County of Yolo will accept education as equivalent to U.S. accreditation from Institutions that are listed as members of the International Association of Universities. You may check for your school by visiting the IAU web site (http://www.iau-aiu.net/content/institutions).
Applicants who possess a degree or completed coursework that is not from an accredited college or university, must submit one of the following:

1. A written statement from a U.S accredited university or college that states that the applicant is qualified for entrance to a program of graduate studies for which a degree in a related field is required.
2. An evaluation of the applicant's degree and coursework equivalency by a private organization that provides foreign credential evaluation services. The evaluation must include a comparison of comparable U.S. courses for content, credit and grade.

Note: Foreign language documents must include a precise word-for-word English translation of all foreign language documents. It is the responsibility of each applicant to prove to the satisfaction of the County that the applicant meets the specific requirements listed on the job announcement for each specific examination. The following is a list of private organizations that provide foreign credential evaluation services. Fees range from $50 to $400 per document; processing times vary from 5-20 business days. For further information, please contact the organization(s). The County of Yolo does not endorse these business entities; this list has been developed for informational purposes only.

EDUCATIONAL RECORDS EVALUATION SERVICE 601 University Ave., Suite 127 Sacramento, CA 95825 (916) 921-0790 www.eres.com
FOREIGN EDUCATION DOCUMENT SERVICE P.O. Box 151739 San Diego, CA 92175
(619) 265-5810 www.documentservice.org
CENTER FOR APPLIED RESEARCH, EVALUATION & EDUCATION, INC. P.O. Box 18358 Anaheim, CA 92817 (714) 237-9272 www.iescaree.com
GLOBAL SERVICES ASSOCIATES, INC. 409 North Pacific Coast Highway, # 393 Redondo Beach, CA 90277 (310) 828-5709 www.globaleval.org
INTERNATIONAL EDUCATION RESEARCH FOUNDATION CREDENTIALS EVALUATION SERVICE P.O. Box 3665 Culver City, CA 90231-3665 (310) 258-9451 www.ierf.org

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity: It is the policy of the County of Yolo to provide equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons, regardless of sex, sexual orientation, race, color, ancestry, religious creed, national origin, physical disability (Including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics/information), age (40 or over), marital status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local laws or ordinance.  The County will comply with all of its obligations under State and Federal laws regarding the provision of reasonable accommodations to applicants.  Reasonable testing arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities or who are unable to attend a scheduled test due to religious reasons in accordance with the Fair Employment and Housing Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Please call the County of Yolo Human Resources Office at (530) 666-8055 at least five (5) business days prior to the scheduled test date to request accommodation. Documentation from a medical doctor, rehabilitation counselor, or other qualified professional will be required.

RETIREMENT
** Did you know?  Employees of other CalPERS (or CalPERS reciprocal) agencies who come to work for Yolo County are considered Classic members! **

That's right! If you have a break in service of less than six (6) months between reciprocal agencies, you are considered a Classic PERS member!  Our classic member retirement formulas are:

Misc: 2.5% at 55
Safety: 3.0% at 55
Deputy Sheriff Safety: 3.0% at 50

New member retirement formulas are as follows:

Misc: 2% @ 62
Safety: 2.7% @ 57

BENEFITS 
The County of Yolo offers a generous benefits package including:

 - Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
 - CalPERS Retirement
 - Deferred Compensation Plans
 - Flexible Spending Accounts
 - Employee Assistance Program
 - Vacation, Sick, and Administrative Leave
 - Holidays & Floating Holidays
 - Disability Plans
 - Social Security & Medicare

Benefits for County positions are specific to the bargaining unit of the position. The Salary Resolution (accessible here) identifies the bargaining unit for each County classification.

Once you've identified the bargaining unit, you can look up the benefits for a particular position by going to our Benefits Summaries by Bargaining Unit page on our website, by clicking here.

Sacramento - CA State Library - Library Programs Consultant - Full Time

LIBRARY PROGRAMS CONSULTANT

Salary:       $5,984.00 - $7,489.00 A

# of Positions: 1

Work Location: Sacramento County

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time

Facility: State Library Services

Work Shift: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Work Week: Monday - Friday

https://www.jobs.ca.gov/CalHrPublic/Jobs/JobPosting.aspx?JobControlId=50847

Under the general direction of the Assistant Bureau Chief of Library Development Services (LDS), provides advice and consultative services to state, local, and other library administrators on the development of local and statewide library programs; develops, awards, and administers library grant programs, including distribution of funds and review of program results; develops, reviews, analyzes, and interprets applicable state and federal regulations; and conducts studies and do research regarding the planning, evaluation, and administration of new library programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Develops, writes, implements, monitors and reports on complex statewide library grant programs,
• including the nature and scope of the program, application parameters, personnel requirements,
• evaluation methodology, and budget. 
• Targets adult library literacy services to people with limited functional literacy skills of diverse geographic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. 
• Monitors and provides the lead for statewide programs funded at both the federal and state level, including but not limited to, the Library Services Technology Act, the California Library Literacy and English Acquisition Services Program, the California Library Services Act, and the California State Library Foundation. 
• Develops, reviews, and interprets applicable statutes and regulations for these programs. Evaluates and monitors federal and state grant projects awarded to local libraries. 
• Makes on-site visits when required. Reviews and approves all required reports. 
• Provides training opportunities for targeted literacy grant programs.
• Provides consultative assistance to libraries and library cooperatives and consortia on all aspects of
• library management and service, including, but not limited to, planning, organization, finance, state
• and federal law, building, adult and children's services, adult literacy, and technology. 
• Analyzes and evaluates current planning, management, and program methodologies in public libraries. 
• Identifies future trends, opportunities, and problems that affect public libraries. 
• Assists public libraries in organizing the community and local officials to implement structured, formal, planning techniques and methods in the management of libraries. 
• Designs adult literacy programs and training events to strengthen public libraries' abilities to make library services more responsive to the needs of their communities and to more effectively use local and state resources in support of those services.
• Assists library management in development of statewide and local programs to accomplish these improvements and to help make the most effective use of staff and financial resources.
• Plans, designs, and implements programs and activities that strengthen the California State Library
• and LDS. 
• Serves as California State Library liaison to local, regional, and state-level systems and
• organizations of different types of libraries and allied information providers. 
• Makes presentations to libraries and public bodies on California State Library and LDS services and programs. 
• Performs special assignments as defined by Assistant Bureau Chief and Bureau Chief

SUPERVISION RECEIVED 

• Library Programs Consultant reports directly to the Assistant Library Development Bureau Chief.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED – None

ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITY 

No other administrative responsibilities other than those detailed in essential functions

PERSONAL CONTACTS

• The Library Programs Consultant has daily contact with the employees of the
• Library Development Services Section, as well as numerous supervisors and employees of other California State Library sections and bureaus, including the Human Resources Services Office. The incumbent has frequent contact with state employees of other departments, public libraries and with members of the public.
• The incumbent also has intermittent contact with members of the State Library Executive Team.

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• The incumbent works in an office setting, with artificial light and temperature
• control. Daily access to and use of a personal computer and telephone is essential. Sitting and standing requirements are consistent with office work. Computer work is typically substantial (6-7 hours per day).
• Occasional moving and filing of library materials weighing less than 20 pounds is required. Travel by all modes of transportation is often required in this position. Overnight and extended travel can be frequent as well.

OTHER INFORMATION 

• Incumbent must possess excellent communication skills, good research skills, use
• good judgment in decision-making, exercise creativity and flexibility, manage time and library resources effectively, and be responsive to the needs of the State Library Development Services department and the Library’s Executive Team.