Lompoc Public Library – Library Technician II

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Closing Date/Time:  Fri. 12/29/17 11:59 PM Pacific Time

Salary:  $23.52 - $28.43 Hourly

Job Type:   Budgeted Part-time w/prorated benefits

Location:  Lompoc Public Library, 501 E. North Ave., Lompoc, California

This recruitment is to establish an eligibility list for a current vacancy.  The vacancy is .50 position allocation (20 hour work week with prorated benefits).  Interested applicants must submit on-line application -- NO paper applications will be accepted.

If you forget your password, have application login problems, or get an error message during the application process, please call the NeoGov helpline at 1-855-524-5627 for assistance.

The City reserves the right to stop accepting applications prior to the posted deadline, if sufficient numbers of qualified applications are received. Therefore, applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. The recruitment is officially closed once it has been removed from the City's website.

The Library Technician II is the advanced journey-level class in the Library Technician series. Positions at this level are distinguished from other classes within the series by the level of responsibility assumed and the complexity of duties assigned. Employees perform the most difficult and responsible types of duties assigned to classes within this series including performing lead supervisory activities in addition to more complex technical duties. Employees at this level are required to be fully trained in all procedures related to assigned area of responsibility.

Examination Process:  Based upon screening of the City application, résumé, and responses to supplemental questions, applicants whose qualifications best meet the requirements of the position will be invited to the examination process.  This process may include, but is not limited to: written examination, panel interview and/or performance examination, which consists of an evaluation of some of the essential knowledge, skills, abilities, and job related experience listed below. Those candidates who pass the examination process are placed on an eligibility list from which the final selection will be made.

Selection Process:  As authorized by City policy, applicants being considered for hire in this position are subject to fingerprinting for purposes of investigating criminal history background, as part of the employment screening process.  Appointment is subject to successful completion of a pre-employment medical examination (based upon job-related physical standards) by a City-designated physician.

Failure in any one part of the examination or selection processes will disqualify a candidate from further consideration.

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

Leads, plans, trains, and reviews the work of staff responsible for technical and clerical library work including acquiring, cataloging and circulating material for a specific function of the library; plans, directs, and leads the assigned function; oversees the day-to-day operations of a small branch library; plans, directs and leads outreach services to a variety of community organizations; provides information concerning library collections and services to parents and children; supervises the use of and operate a variety of office equipment including a computer, telephone system, cash register, copy machine, facsimile machine and other related equipment; trains assigned employees in their areas of work in library acquisition, cataloging and circulating methods, techniques, and in the set up and use of equipment; verifies the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specification; performs advanced specialized tasks related to the circulation, acquisition, or cataloging of library materials; processes and maintains library materials; provides support for the circulation of library materials; provides assistance at public desks within the library; catalogs and classifies books; oversees the mending of circulation materials; orders circulation materials for the library; searches and orders titles on-line from vendors; processes orders on electronic ordering systems for library and verifies library purchases; prepares purchase orders for items not ordered on-line; prepares cataloging slips for outstanding orders; attaches to orders when received through cataloging; communicates with vendors concerning non-receipt of orders, defective or damaged materials received and availability of current titles; verifies packing lists, invoices, and orders for accuracy; oversees collection maintenance; receives and orders special book requests; mails overdue notices as required; collects overdue fines; oversees the operation of the inter-library loan unit as assigned; administers installation, maintenance and training activities related to the interlibrary loan function; receives and process inter-library and other loan requests; develops training materials on the use of the automated circulation system; promotes library services and resources in the community; participates in library tours to groups; prepares informational handouts for public distribution including calendars and flyers; assists with seasonal and on-going programs and activities; writes grants on a regular cycle based upon needs of the library; analyzes grant options, library qualifications, and community needs; inputs data into library computer systems; responds to patron in-person and telephone requests for library materials, services and information; assists patrons in completing requests for materials not available in the local collection; checks in and prepares materials for return to the circulating collection; registers new patrons; responds to and resolve difficult and sensitive complaints and inquiries; and performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

If you are unable to perform the essential functions of the position for which you are applying, either with or without reasonable accommodation, please notify Human Resources at (805) 875-8208.

Typical Qualifications:  Any combination of training, education and experience which demonstrates an ability to perform the duties of the position.  The typical qualifying entrance background is:

Education and Experience:  Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or possession of a Certificate of Proficiency in Library Technology from an accredited institution AND three (3) years of full-time responsible technical and clerical library experience, including the acquisition, cataloging, and circulation of a variety of library materials AND one (1) year of supervisory experience.  

Substitution:  Qualifying experience may be substituted for up to two years of college coursework on the basis of two years of qualifying experience for one year of college.  Formalized library certifications may be considered toward college coursework requirements.

License Required:  Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver's License. Bookmobile assignment requires possession of a Class B California driver's license.

Knowledge Of:  Library services, functions, and policies; library terminology; practices and techniques of library material classification and cataloging; computerized cataloging, bibliographical and circulation system databases; library equipment and tools including personal computers, Internet, CD readers, indices, microfilm/fiche readers and printers; principles and procedures of record keeping; modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment; English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation; basic mathematical skills; excellent customer service principles and practices; principles of basic report writing; leadership principles; general principles of supervision and training; principles and procedures of record keeping; principles of lead supervision and training; principles and provision of outreach services; practices and techniques of library material classification and cataloging; principles and procedures of grant writing; computerized cataloging, bibliographical and circulation system databases.

Ability To:  Perform a variety of journey level technical and clerical library work; operate computerized cataloging, bibliographical and circulation  system databases; keyboard at a speed necessary for successful job performance; work independently in the absence of supervision; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; supervise the work of volunteers and employees; perform routine reference searches use an Integrated Library System (ILS); read and write at the level required for successful job performance; type at a rate required for successful job performance; operate modern office equipment and cash register; perform and maintain a wide variety of library-related records; operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices; understand and carry out oral and written instructions; establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work; lead, organize, and review the work of staff in the area of work assigned; independently perform the most difficult technical and clerical library activities; interpret, explain, and enforce library policies and procedures; prepare technical reports and grant applications; operate computerized cataloging, bibliographical and circulation system databases.