Chico - Butte County - Library Assistant

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/buttecountyca/jobs/2450453/library-assistant-senior

Closing
6/28/2019 5:00 PM Pacific

Salary 
$31,408.00 - $42,078.40 Annually

Summary
Under general supervision, provides a variety of library services to patrons; assists public with acquiring the knowledge and skills to utilize available resources of the library; promotes library and its services to accommodate and fulfill the needs of the community.

Essential Job Functions
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills and other characteristics.  The list that follows is not intended as a comprehensive list; it is intended to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities.  Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed, and may be required to perform additional, position-specific tasks.

Assists patrons with reference questions, the use of materials and equipment such as book selection catalogues and available services covering periodicals, indexes, Public Access Catalog and the Internet.
Participates in book collection development activities; examines resource and collection materials; makes program acquisitions through multiple sources such as news agencies, bookstores, catalogues retailers and markets; reads and evaluates book reviews from professional journals; recommends new book purchases.
Prepares and implements schedule of Family Storytime; greets children and parents attending reading; facilitates activities consisting of reading and discussing selected books, craft activities and educational field trips; interacts with audience and establishes comfortable and relaxed environment; responds to questions and needs of audience.
Conducts outreach functions; attends and participates in meetings with literacy and other community service agencies; advertises and promotes services of children's department through newspapers and schools, distributes flyers and attending community events; assists with fund raising events; provides tour of facilities.
Represents Butte County library at regional library system committees; professional and program development conferences and workshops; participates in discussions; takes notes; shares information with library staff; contacts local officials for assistance with programs.
Works with children of different ages and development abilities, siblings, parents, teachers, school officials, community members and organizations; acts as liaison between participants, Library Literacy Program and participating libraries and schools.
Gathers, compiles and analyzes computerized statistical data for ongoing library records; develops and prepares forms and related documents; maintains and files paperwork; maintains records of donations and writes acknowledgement and appreciation letters; searches and utilizes on-line resources sites for programs, reports, activities collection materials and other functions.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
A high school diploma or GED; some college preferred.
Four (4) years experience working in libraries, teaching or bookstores.
A State of California driver's license may be required.

Sacramento - Sacramento State - Library Services Specialist IV

https://csus.peopleadmin.com/postings/4135

Close Date
06/26/2019

Salary
$3,571-$6,692 monthly

Work Hours
Monday - Friday, 8am-5pm

Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Head of Collection Management Services, the LSSIV serves as the lead for the department’s acquisitions team. Assists Department Head with various activities, including: budgeting, goal setting, initiating new procedures and technologies, evaluating programs and services. Provides support to collection development and management decision-making by preparing Alma Analytics, financial, and statistical reports.
Oversees the work of staff who order, claim, and receive library materials. Responsible for quality control, problem solving, drafting procedures, compiling statistics and analysis regarding the daily workflow of acquisitions: the acquisition, receipt, renewal of library materials; payment of invoices; account reconciliation; interaction with campus accounting personnel and various vendors of library materials.

In consultation with the Department Head, responsibilities include: recommending and implementing new procedures; anticipating, testing, and recommending new technologies; participating in the assessment of department operations and functions; preparing budget requests and reports; drafting documentation; providing training to department staff; collecting, recording, and reporting statistics; interpreting library procedures and policies pertaining to the acquisition of library materials.

Sacramento - Sacramento Public Library - Circulation Supervisor

https://www.calopps.org/sacramento-public-library/job-19850493

Close Date 

Continuous or until 100 applicants

Salary

$23.46-$31.44 Hourly

Summary

The Sacramento Public Library is seeking dynamic, forward thinking candidates for our Circulation Supervisor position. The Circulation Supervisor provides complex and responsible paraprofessional library work as a supervisor of circulation functions in a branch library or library unit.  He/she also provides supervision and leadership to unit or branch staff and performs other related duties as assigned. 

Essential Functions:

1. Oversee and coordinate all circulation functions in a public-service setting (e.g. materials check out/in, processing holds, delivery, cash handling and preparation of deposits, etc.)

2. Provide customer service including reader’s advisory, information, reference and referral, and assistance in using technology.

3. Assign, prioritize and schedule staff.

4. Assist in recruiting, hiring, and training of personnel; resolve personnel issues; review and evaluate the work of front–line staff, shelvers and volunteers.

5. Interpret and apply procedures, policies, administrative rules and regulations for library staff and customers.

6. Assist internal and external customers in person, over the telephone, or through electronic communication, respond to and resolve customer issues, concerns, and complaints.

7. Prepare, maintain, and provide statistics and reports.

8. Monitor shelver budget.

9. Work with a variety of systems and equipment (e.g. integrated library system, public access computers, print management system, scheduling software, room reservations software, electronic resources, etc.)

10. Monitor equipment and work area; coordinate purchases and/or repairs.

11. Attend meetings and participate in committees and team activities.

12. May require travel throughout the library service area. 

13. May require working at various locations during the course of the workday or workweek. 

14. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

Knowledge of:

1.Public library operations, services, and activities.

2.Current trends and innovations in public librarianship and information delivery, including emergent

technologies. 

3.Excellent customer service principles and practices.

4.English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation; basic alphabetical and numeric filing methods; basic mathematical principles.

5.Principles and practices of supervision, training, coaching, mentoring, and performance evaluation.

6.Office methods, processes and equipment, including computers and assigned software.

 

Ability to:

1.Learn, interpret, explain and apply Sacramento Public Library’s policies and procedures.

2.Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

3.Provide excellent customer service.

4.Plan, organize, supervise and manage personnel.

5.Collect, compile, and input data needed for timely and accurate reporting.

6.Communicate both orally and in writing in a clear and concise manner.

7.Learn and use specialized library circulation software.

8.Establish priorities and organize work; meet schedules and timelines.

9.Act as a representative of Sacramento Public Library.

10.Work independently with little direction.

11.Operate personal computer and software programs.

12.Pay attention to detail and maintain accurate records.

13.Work with information in confidence and with discretion.

14.Exercise sound judgment and make independent decisions.

15.Choose an effective course of action and develop appropriate solutions.

16.Understand and carry out oral and written direction.

17.Learn and utilize information-finding tools and technologies.

EXPERIENCE:

Two (2) years as a Library Services Assistant, Library Technology Assistant or related paraprofessional library position OR two (2) years in a supervisorial capacity in a customer service environment is required.

Sacramento Public Library - Librarian Eligibility List

Candidates that will graduate with their Masters in Library Science by Spring 2020 are welcome to apply.

                   
This recruitment is open continuously, please apply now at www.Calopps.org
Pay rate: $28.48 - $38.17 per hour (DOQ)
Be sure to follow the "Special Instructions" and attach all of the required documents.

Do you want to be a part of an award winning team?  Are you someone who can make a difference through diverse outreach, all age’s literacy, amazing customer service and exciting programming?  Sacramento Public Library is interviewing for our Librarian eligibility list.  We have an immediate need for librarians due to internal staff promotions.  This list is used to fill librarian positions over the next 6-12 months.   This recruitment is open until filled and may close at any time so apply now. 

Our community varies from rural to urban and suburban.  We welcome diversity and bilingual skills are always a PLUS.  We also offer 5% bilingual pay to qualified employees.  If you're one of the best of the best, we want to meet you.

Contact me if you have any questions regarding this opportunity or the recruitment process.

Thank you,

Julia Ferrelli

Human Resources Analyst

Sacramento Public Library

828 I Street, Sacramento, CA 95814

(916) 264-2725 | jferrelli@saclibrary.org

Please note:  I work Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 7:00am to 5:30pm and Wednesday and Friday 8:00am to 1:00pm.