https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/2570581-0/library-associate?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic
Close Date
10/25/2019 at 11:59 PM
Salary
$43,596.80 - $52,992.16 Annually
Description
The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill two regular, full-time Library Associate positions at the Yolo County Library (YCL). There is a Circulation/Public Service position that will be primarily located at the Mary L. Stephens Davis Branch Library, and the incumbent will be required to work evening and weekend hours as part of their regular schedule. There is also a Technical Services position that will be primarily located at the Shipley Walters Center for Yolo County Archives and Library Services in Woodland.
Definition
Under general supervision, leads, plans, schedules, and oversees the work of library staff; provides reference and readers advisory services; responds to customer requests and questions; oversees Circulation Desk functions; maintains staff schedules; ensures completion of tasks in accordance with established policies and procedures; communicates policies, procedures and job expectations; and provides training to staff.
Distinguishing Characteristics
This class is the lead and/or advanced journey level in the paraprofessional library series. Incumbents in this class are responsible for performing the most difficult, complex, and/or sensitive tasks related to various library assignments. Positions in this class act as a lead person in charge of the building, branch, or unit in the absence of the Branch Supervisor or Librarian. Incumbents must have the ability to work independently when required and perform the more responsible paraprofessional library work which requires specific knowledge of library functions and services, and the ability to apply basic library tools, methods, and procedures. This class differs from the higher level class of Librarian I/II in that the latter is a professional class that performs a wide variety of duties involving circulation, collection management, and reference services within the County Library system.
The incumbent must be able to demonstrate strong leadership abilities, including training, scheduling and delegating assignments to staff and volunteers; act as a lead person in charge of a branch in the absence of the Branch Supervisor or Librarian; plan, schedule and coordinate tasks to maximize the use of available resources; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with library users, staff, community partners and the public; make sound decisions related to patron concerns and disputes over library fees and materials; solve problems using a collaborative and teamwork approach; and understand written policies and interpret them for staff and the public.
The incumbent should be enthusiastic about promoting the library to a diverse community and reducing barriers to access; show a broad understanding of, and demonstrate support for, diversity, equality, and equity for everyone in the community; and show a commitment to maintaining equitable, inclusive, and respectful environments so that every person in the organization has the opportunity to reach their full potential and is valued for their unique qualities and contributions.
Experience working in a multilingual, multicultural environment is highly desired, and the ability to read, speak, and write in Spanish, Russian, Chinese and/or Korean is preferred. The incumbent will utilize their multilingual and multicultural knowledge and experience to not only perform their duties, but also appropriately serve the community in a manner that is culturally competent and affirming. The Yolo County Library Advisory Board has proclaimed: "No matter where you come from, everyone is welcome at Yolo County Library." The Yolo County Library is committed to supporting diversity, equity, and inclusion and embraces all spoken and signed languages, all races and ethnicities, all religions and creeds, all gender identities, all countries of origin, all sexual orientations, all immigrants and refugees, and all abilities and disabilities.
Employment Standards
Education: Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university preferably in a library-related major/program; AND
Experience: One (1) year of library experience comparable to the Yolo County class of Library Assistant I or above, in a mid-size or large public or private library; Or two (2) years of experience as a team leader or shift supervisor overseeing customer service functions in a non-library setting.
Substitution: Additional experience comparable to the Yolo County class of Library Assistant I or above, in a mid-size of large public or private library may substitute for up to thirty (30) semester (45 quarter) units of the required education, on the basis of one year of full-time experience is equivalent to 30 semester (45 quarter) units.
Monday, September 30, 2019
Santa Cruz - City of Santa Cruz - Librarian I/II
https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/2526428-0/librarian-i-ii?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic
Close Date
10/07/2019 at 5:00 PM Pacific Time
Salary
$55,056.00 - $79,728.00 Annually
Typical Duties
(May include, but are not limited to, those duties listed below.)
Any combination of the following duties dependent upon Library System needs or individual position requirements:
Designs, develops, and delivers library programs and services directly and through staff and volunteers.
Performs direct service to the public in efficiently and accurately locating information and/or guiding the searcher in person, on the telephone, and online, effectively using the full range of search and technology options available through the library system.
Provides expert advice to readers in identifying titles, authors, genre, and subject matter of interest specifically to the searcher or client group.
Strategically creates content for the library's virtual services component, for programs, and for services, including for age-specific audiences such as children, families, adults, seniors, and teens.
Provides subject expertise to collaboratively develop collections and content for the library's virtual and physical collections.
Conducts original cataloging of books, government documents, media, serials, and other material; identifies and corrects problems related to obsolete, conflicting, or incorrect cataloging; interprets cataloging and classification rules and practices for other staff.
Speaks to school and community groups regarding library services and resources.
Designs and delivers educational programming for various age-groups related to reading, literacy, and digital fluency, for example, customized for the needs of various audiences. Programming is online or face-to-face and may take a variety of forms including book talks, lectures, story hours, workshops, one-on-one consultation, group instruction, performances, and presentations.
Designs and supervises the installation of displays and exhibits.
Assists in developing, modifying and evaluating library practices and procedures.
Interacts with the public, informs patrons of Library System policies and procedures, and provides constructive feedback to library management concerning same.
Represents the Library in cooperative relations with other agencies.
Prepares reports, presentations, and correspondence on behalf of the library.
Participates in professional activities to be current with trends, best practices, and innovations in library practice and technology.
Supervises, trains, and evaluates subordinate personnel; may arrange employee work schedules.
Keeps informed of professional developments; attends professional meetings and training.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Mastery of core competencies of the ALA-accredited graduate school.
Principles and Practices of Supervision
Abilities
Communicate a warm and welcoming public attitude and spirit of service.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, volunteers, and the general public.
Understand and apply library policies and procedures.
Give clear information to the public and to support staff.
Interpret library policies and procedures to both public and support staff.
Communicate effectively, clearly and accurately, both orally and in writing.
Participate in the selection, supervision, training, and evaluation of staff and oversee and coordinate the work of others.
Operate office equipment, including computer equipment related to library automation.
Use good judgment in handling difficult situations.
Work Library System's schedule of hours.
Transport self throughout Library System.
Actively participate in a professional association, continuing education, and professional development through reading and activities that enable the librarian's professional development.
Close Date
10/07/2019 at 5:00 PM Pacific Time
Salary
$55,056.00 - $79,728.00 Annually
Typical Duties
(May include, but are not limited to, those duties listed below.)
Any combination of the following duties dependent upon Library System needs or individual position requirements:
Designs, develops, and delivers library programs and services directly and through staff and volunteers.
Performs direct service to the public in efficiently and accurately locating information and/or guiding the searcher in person, on the telephone, and online, effectively using the full range of search and technology options available through the library system.
Provides expert advice to readers in identifying titles, authors, genre, and subject matter of interest specifically to the searcher or client group.
Strategically creates content for the library's virtual services component, for programs, and for services, including for age-specific audiences such as children, families, adults, seniors, and teens.
Provides subject expertise to collaboratively develop collections and content for the library's virtual and physical collections.
Conducts original cataloging of books, government documents, media, serials, and other material; identifies and corrects problems related to obsolete, conflicting, or incorrect cataloging; interprets cataloging and classification rules and practices for other staff.
Speaks to school and community groups regarding library services and resources.
Designs and delivers educational programming for various age-groups related to reading, literacy, and digital fluency, for example, customized for the needs of various audiences. Programming is online or face-to-face and may take a variety of forms including book talks, lectures, story hours, workshops, one-on-one consultation, group instruction, performances, and presentations.
Designs and supervises the installation of displays and exhibits.
Assists in developing, modifying and evaluating library practices and procedures.
Interacts with the public, informs patrons of Library System policies and procedures, and provides constructive feedback to library management concerning same.
Represents the Library in cooperative relations with other agencies.
Prepares reports, presentations, and correspondence on behalf of the library.
Participates in professional activities to be current with trends, best practices, and innovations in library practice and technology.
Supervises, trains, and evaluates subordinate personnel; may arrange employee work schedules.
Keeps informed of professional developments; attends professional meetings and training.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Mastery of core competencies of the ALA-accredited graduate school.
Principles and Practices of Supervision
Abilities
Communicate a warm and welcoming public attitude and spirit of service.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees, volunteers, and the general public.
Understand and apply library policies and procedures.
Give clear information to the public and to support staff.
Interpret library policies and procedures to both public and support staff.
Communicate effectively, clearly and accurately, both orally and in writing.
Participate in the selection, supervision, training, and evaluation of staff and oversee and coordinate the work of others.
Operate office equipment, including computer equipment related to library automation.
Use good judgment in handling difficult situations.
Work Library System's schedule of hours.
Transport self throughout Library System.
Actively participate in a professional association, continuing education, and professional development through reading and activities that enable the librarian's professional development.
Thursday, September 26, 2019
Sacramento - Sacramento Public Library - Materials Handler
https://www.calopps.org/sacramento-public-library/job-19920186
Close Date
10/16/2019 at 5pm or until 75 applicants
Salary
$17.03-$22.82 Hourly
Job Summary
Is responsible for handling shipments of materials and performs a variety of materials preparation functions on library materials to prepare them for public use, 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. Regular and punctual attendance;
2. Provide excellent customer service to external and internal users;
3. Provide support to the operations of the organization to ensure timely delivery of
information and materials to library users;
4. Open, unpack and distribute mail and shipments of materials in the department; check
quality and quantity of goods according to the order specifications;
5. Sort and transport library materials;
6. Physically prepare materials for circulation, which includes packaging, stamping, and
labeling, according to established procedures;
7. Review, proofread, and revise materials to ensure accuracy;
8. Operate, maintain, and clean a variety of equipment such as photocopiers, computers,
and printers;
9. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Sacramento Public Library Core Competencies:
All employees of Sacramento Public Library will be evaluated on the following competencies:
Accountability
Communication
Customer Service Focus
Respect for Others
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Effective English communication and usage; spelling, grammar, and punctuation; basic
alphabetical and numeric filing methods; and basic mathematical principles;
2. Current office methods, equipment, practices, and procedures including PC usage and
familiarity with word processing and/or other software necessary to perform job duties.
Ability to
1. Attend on a regular and punctual basis;
2. Adapt to a rapidly changing environment and learn new skills;
3. Learn, understand, interpret and apply Sacramento Public Library’s policies and
procedures;
4. Master all procedures related to the assigned work area;
5. Prioritize and multitask;
6. Maintain a pleasant and productive working atmosphere; maintain composure and work
effectively even when under pressure;
7. Communicate effectively and respectfully with other staff and members of the public;
8. Take an active role in problem-solving; communicate information to supervisors and
coworkers in a timely fashion to address issues and problems as they arise;
9. Possess attention to detail and demonstrate effective and efficient follow through on
assigned tasks;
10. Work a flexible schedule including evening and weekend shifts as assigned
Benefits
This is a represented opportunity with benefits. Some of our benefits include:
• Choice of medical benefits from Western Health Advantage, Sutter Health Plus or Kaiser
• 2 different Delta Dental plans
• VSP Vision Plan Option
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Retirement Health Savings Plan
• Optional ICMA 457 Deferred Compensation
• Optional Legal Shield/Identity Theft Protection
• California Public Employment Retirement System (CalPERS)
• Tuition Reimbursement
Close Date
10/16/2019 at 5pm or until 75 applicants
Salary
$17.03-$22.82 Hourly
Job Summary
Is responsible for handling shipments of materials and performs a variety of materials preparation functions on library materials to prepare them for public use, 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. Regular and punctual attendance;
2. Provide excellent customer service to external and internal users;
3. Provide support to the operations of the organization to ensure timely delivery of
information and materials to library users;
4. Open, unpack and distribute mail and shipments of materials in the department; check
quality and quantity of goods according to the order specifications;
5. Sort and transport library materials;
6. Physically prepare materials for circulation, which includes packaging, stamping, and
labeling, according to established procedures;
7. Review, proofread, and revise materials to ensure accuracy;
8. Operate, maintain, and clean a variety of equipment such as photocopiers, computers,
and printers;
9. Perform other related duties as assigned.
Sacramento Public Library Core Competencies:
All employees of Sacramento Public Library will be evaluated on the following competencies:
Accountability
Communication
Customer Service Focus
Respect for Others
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
1. Effective English communication and usage; spelling, grammar, and punctuation; basic
alphabetical and numeric filing methods; and basic mathematical principles;
2. Current office methods, equipment, practices, and procedures including PC usage and
familiarity with word processing and/or other software necessary to perform job duties.
Ability to
1. Attend on a regular and punctual basis;
2. Adapt to a rapidly changing environment and learn new skills;
3. Learn, understand, interpret and apply Sacramento Public Library’s policies and
procedures;
4. Master all procedures related to the assigned work area;
5. Prioritize and multitask;
6. Maintain a pleasant and productive working atmosphere; maintain composure and work
effectively even when under pressure;
7. Communicate effectively and respectfully with other staff and members of the public;
8. Take an active role in problem-solving; communicate information to supervisors and
coworkers in a timely fashion to address issues and problems as they arise;
9. Possess attention to detail and demonstrate effective and efficient follow through on
assigned tasks;
10. Work a flexible schedule including evening and weekend shifts as assigned
Benefits
This is a represented opportunity with benefits. Some of our benefits include:
• Choice of medical benefits from Western Health Advantage, Sutter Health Plus or Kaiser
• 2 different Delta Dental plans
• VSP Vision Plan Option
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Retirement Health Savings Plan
• Optional ICMA 457 Deferred Compensation
• Optional Legal Shield/Identity Theft Protection
• California Public Employment Retirement System (CalPERS)
• Tuition Reimbursement
Roseville - Rocklin Unified School District - Substitute Library Aides
https://www.edjoin.org/Home/DistrictJobPosting/1227788
Close Date
Open until filled
Salary
$16.25 hour
DESCRIPTION OF BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform a variety of technical and clerical duties involving circulation, reference, catalog, and record-keeping activities at a school site Library Media Center (LMC), assisting students and teachers in utilizing LMC resources, and supervising the work of students and/or volunteer assistants.
SUPERVISOR: Principal
TYPICAL DUTIES
Circulates various books and media for the purpose of providing requested classroom reference materials.
Conducts programs in a variety of formats (e.g., story telling, puppet plays, etc.) for the purpose of promoting the use and enjoyment of literature.
Instructs students for the purpose of educating them on the proper use of the library resources (e.g., classification system, automated catalog program, care of materials, and other resources).
Inventories equipment and materials in library collection for the purpose of documenting losses and/or maintaining availability of materials.
Processes materials (e.g., books, periodicals, films, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining library collection controls.
Promotes library use related to special holidays, seasonal activities, etc. for the purpose of motivating students to use the library resources.
Assists teachers, students, and other personnel for the purpose of identifying resource materials for use in classroom and/or class assignments.
Participates in District meetings of library aides for the purpose of communicating information and gaining feedback and/or directions on a variety of issues.
Other duties as assigned.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalent, A.A. or B.A. desirable.
Criminal Justice Fingerprinting Clearance.
Previous experience as a librarian; ability to direct library/media program and the staff.
GOALS OF EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE
The goal of effective performance will be to ensure consistent, positive visibility for school and district library media programs. Two-way communication between library media personnel and the school community promotes understanding and builds good will, cooperation, and support. The ultimate success of school library/media programs depends, to a large extent, upon the level of understanding and support from within the general school community for the mission, goals, and objectives of the program.
Close Date
Open until filled
Salary
$16.25 hour
DESCRIPTION OF BASIC FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
To perform a variety of technical and clerical duties involving circulation, reference, catalog, and record-keeping activities at a school site Library Media Center (LMC), assisting students and teachers in utilizing LMC resources, and supervising the work of students and/or volunteer assistants.
SUPERVISOR: Principal
TYPICAL DUTIES
Circulates various books and media for the purpose of providing requested classroom reference materials.
Conducts programs in a variety of formats (e.g., story telling, puppet plays, etc.) for the purpose of promoting the use and enjoyment of literature.
Instructs students for the purpose of educating them on the proper use of the library resources (e.g., classification system, automated catalog program, care of materials, and other resources).
Inventories equipment and materials in library collection for the purpose of documenting losses and/or maintaining availability of materials.
Processes materials (e.g., books, periodicals, films, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining library collection controls.
Promotes library use related to special holidays, seasonal activities, etc. for the purpose of motivating students to use the library resources.
Assists teachers, students, and other personnel for the purpose of identifying resource materials for use in classroom and/or class assignments.
Participates in District meetings of library aides for the purpose of communicating information and gaining feedback and/or directions on a variety of issues.
Other duties as assigned.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or equivalent, A.A. or B.A. desirable.
Criminal Justice Fingerprinting Clearance.
Previous experience as a librarian; ability to direct library/media program and the staff.
GOALS OF EFFECTIVE PERFORMANCE
The goal of effective performance will be to ensure consistent, positive visibility for school and district library media programs. Two-way communication between library media personnel and the school community promotes understanding and builds good will, cooperation, and support. The ultimate success of school library/media programs depends, to a large extent, upon the level of understanding and support from within the general school community for the mission, goals, and objectives of the program.
Wednesday, September 18, 2019
Davis - UC Davis - Librarian Diversity Fellowship
https://recruit.ucdavis.edu/JPF03083?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic
Next review date
Monday, Oct 7, 2019 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Closing date
Monday, Nov 18, 2019 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
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
Assistant Librarian, Salary Point 1, $55,014—Assistant Librarian, Salary Point 6, $62,854, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a two-year temporary position. The incumbent will be a member of the LX Collective Bargaining Unit represented by the University Council-American Federation of Teachers (UC-AFT).
Diversity Fellows
Library of the University of California, Davis
Overview of Position
The Library at the University of California, Davis, seeks two dynamic, user-oriented, early-career librarians to participate in a two-year Diversity Fellowship Program. The goals of the program are to:
● Advance diversity and equal opportunity in the profession by recruiting individuals with the potential for leadership in addressing the barriers that have prevented individuals from traditionally underrepresented ethnic or racial minority groups, gender or gender identities, or physical or cognitive abilities from full participation in careers in academic librarianship
● Recruit to the Library of the University of California, Davis, for the duration of the fellowship, individuals relatively new to working in a research library by providing opportunities to contribute meaningfully to defining the changing role of research libraries and the required workforce of the future. Acquire meaningful, practical experience in a research library in a top-rated research institution
● This program will provide the incumbents with a supportive environment to gain the requisite knowledge, skills, and competencies to thrive in an academic library setting with a focus on promoting undergraduate and professional student academic success and life-long learning.
Early-career librarians who are interested in pursuing academic librarianship and have an interest in contributing meaningfully to defining the changing role of research libraries and the required workforce of the future, as well as those interested in acquiring meaningful, practical experience in a research library in a top-rated research institution are encouraged to apply. The Fellows report to the Head of Student Services and will participate in a team of professionals to work collaboratively to develop, implement, and support library information services for students of UC Davis.
UC Davis and UC Davis Library
The University of California, Davis, is a global community of individuals united to better humanity and our natural world while seeking solutions to some of our most pressing challenges. Located near Sacramento, California’s capital, UC Davis has more than 38,000 students, the full-time equivalent of 4,100 faculty and other academics and researchers, and 17,400 other personnel. The university has an annual operating budget of $4.9 billion and a research budget of over $850 million, includes a major academic health system, and over two dozen specialized research centers. Recognized as one of the top ten public universities in the US and the number one university in the world for agricultural research and veterinary medicine, UC Davis offers interdisciplinary graduate study and more than one hundred undergraduate majors in four colleges—Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Biological Sciences, Engineering, and Letters and Science. It also houses six professional schools—Education, Law, Management, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, and Nursing.
The UC Davis Library is ranked among the top academic research libraries in North America and belongs to the Association of Research Libraries and other organizations that position it to collaborate with other top organizations. The Library is building a team of intensely collaborative, forward-thinking colleagues dedicated to providing excellent services to our students, researchers, faculty, and community members in a rapidly evolving information environment. The successful candidates will be immersed in information literacy concepts, pedagogy and teaching best practices, committed to problem-solving in collaborative and significant ways for the Library and library users, and able to develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
Position Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Head of Student Services, the Fellows will, by the end of the program:
● Participate in providing services that support the information and research needs of undergraduate and professional students, and effectively deliver services, resources, and outreach activities that advance the Library’s mission
● Be able to demonstrate requisite experience and skills to compete for a position in an academic library credibly
● Have had the opportunity to explore various roles in an academic library, shape their professional aspirations, and see how different functional units interact and contribute to the library as a whole
● Have cultivated collaboration and communication skills necessary to work effectively in a contemporary library organization through practical work experience and professional development opportunities
● Under the mentoring of colleagues, have gained demonstrable knowledge related to ongoing relationships with users and be able to articulate appropriate strategies to support education and research
● Be ready to speak to and model aspects of modern librarianship in an academic setting
● Be able to demonstrate the project and time management skills necessary to manage successfully complex projects
● Be able to apply supplemental professional capabilities such as conflict management, emotional intelligence, team training, persuasion methods, etc.
● Be able to contribute to shaping the field of librarianship through research and scholarship, and possess the communication skills and perspective to contribute to discussions about professional practice
● Have received specific professional development and training focused on beginning their professional career (such as carrying out a job search, negotiating an offer for a professional position, and seeking a professional mentor)
During the first year of the fellowship, the Fellows will gain knowledge and work experience in the UC Davis Library, primarily in the Student Services department. They will also be introduced to other facets of research librarianship, in areas such as research consultation and support, cataloging and metadata services, archives and special collections, health sciences, collection strategies, scholarly communications, online services, and data science and management.
The second-year will be focused on appropriate project work, with specifics defined as the first year draws to a close in consultation among the Fellows, their supervisor, and others. The projects will be tailored to the Fellows’ expertise, interests, and skills, and ideally will address Library strategic or programmatic needs. The second-year will culminate with a presentation, poster session, or paper, or some such similar effort, about the projects.
Over both years of the fellowship, the Fellows will be actively mentored by their supervisor and other relevant colleagues, and also gain experience with general skills, such as planning and project management, assessment and evaluation, meeting planning, and conflict resolution.
Required Qualifications for the Position
• Completion of or enrollment in an ALA-accredited master's degree program in Library and Information Science or equivalent; if degree is in progress, must be completed by January 2020
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with multiple constituencies in a complex and rapidly changing, matrix-based work environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work successfully in an intensely collaborative environment with complex workgroups comprising a broad range of people from culturally diverse backgrounds including colleagues, administrators, students, faculty, donors, and alumni
• Demonstrated effective use of analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to use and successfully experiment with technology to deliver information services to undergraduate and professional students
Preferred Qualifications
• Working knowledge of Canvas or other learning management systems
• Working knowledge of relevant academic and instructional design technologies, such as Camtasia and Adobe Captivate, and the application of new technologies in instruction
• Understanding and interest in working with first-year experience courses and delivering library services to traditionally underserved students
• Demonstrated commitment to, diversity, equity, and inclusion within the library community
Benefits
The University of California is one of the largest employers in California, and offers excellent health and retirement benefits to its employees and their families. Librarians Series employees are academic appointees and earn twenty-four days of vacation and twelve days of sick leave per year. In addition, there are thirteen university holidays. See http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Next review date
Monday, Oct 7, 2019 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Closing date
Monday, Nov 18, 2019 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
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
Assistant Librarian, Salary Point 1, $55,014—Assistant Librarian, Salary Point 6, $62,854, depending on qualifications and experience. This is a two-year temporary position. The incumbent will be a member of the LX Collective Bargaining Unit represented by the University Council-American Federation of Teachers (UC-AFT).
Diversity Fellows
Library of the University of California, Davis
Overview of Position
The Library at the University of California, Davis, seeks two dynamic, user-oriented, early-career librarians to participate in a two-year Diversity Fellowship Program. The goals of the program are to:
● Advance diversity and equal opportunity in the profession by recruiting individuals with the potential for leadership in addressing the barriers that have prevented individuals from traditionally underrepresented ethnic or racial minority groups, gender or gender identities, or physical or cognitive abilities from full participation in careers in academic librarianship
● Recruit to the Library of the University of California, Davis, for the duration of the fellowship, individuals relatively new to working in a research library by providing opportunities to contribute meaningfully to defining the changing role of research libraries and the required workforce of the future. Acquire meaningful, practical experience in a research library in a top-rated research institution
● This program will provide the incumbents with a supportive environment to gain the requisite knowledge, skills, and competencies to thrive in an academic library setting with a focus on promoting undergraduate and professional student academic success and life-long learning.
Early-career librarians who are interested in pursuing academic librarianship and have an interest in contributing meaningfully to defining the changing role of research libraries and the required workforce of the future, as well as those interested in acquiring meaningful, practical experience in a research library in a top-rated research institution are encouraged to apply. The Fellows report to the Head of Student Services and will participate in a team of professionals to work collaboratively to develop, implement, and support library information services for students of UC Davis.
UC Davis and UC Davis Library
The University of California, Davis, is a global community of individuals united to better humanity and our natural world while seeking solutions to some of our most pressing challenges. Located near Sacramento, California’s capital, UC Davis has more than 38,000 students, the full-time equivalent of 4,100 faculty and other academics and researchers, and 17,400 other personnel. The university has an annual operating budget of $4.9 billion and a research budget of over $850 million, includes a major academic health system, and over two dozen specialized research centers. Recognized as one of the top ten public universities in the US and the number one university in the world for agricultural research and veterinary medicine, UC Davis offers interdisciplinary graduate study and more than one hundred undergraduate majors in four colleges—Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Biological Sciences, Engineering, and Letters and Science. It also houses six professional schools—Education, Law, Management, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, and Nursing.
The UC Davis Library is ranked among the top academic research libraries in North America and belongs to the Association of Research Libraries and other organizations that position it to collaborate with other top organizations. The Library is building a team of intensely collaborative, forward-thinking colleagues dedicated to providing excellent services to our students, researchers, faculty, and community members in a rapidly evolving information environment. The successful candidates will be immersed in information literacy concepts, pedagogy and teaching best practices, committed to problem-solving in collaborative and significant ways for the Library and library users, and able to develop innovative solutions to complex problems.
Position Responsibilities
Under the general supervision of the Head of Student Services, the Fellows will, by the end of the program:
● Participate in providing services that support the information and research needs of undergraduate and professional students, and effectively deliver services, resources, and outreach activities that advance the Library’s mission
● Be able to demonstrate requisite experience and skills to compete for a position in an academic library credibly
● Have had the opportunity to explore various roles in an academic library, shape their professional aspirations, and see how different functional units interact and contribute to the library as a whole
● Have cultivated collaboration and communication skills necessary to work effectively in a contemporary library organization through practical work experience and professional development opportunities
● Under the mentoring of colleagues, have gained demonstrable knowledge related to ongoing relationships with users and be able to articulate appropriate strategies to support education and research
● Be ready to speak to and model aspects of modern librarianship in an academic setting
● Be able to demonstrate the project and time management skills necessary to manage successfully complex projects
● Be able to apply supplemental professional capabilities such as conflict management, emotional intelligence, team training, persuasion methods, etc.
● Be able to contribute to shaping the field of librarianship through research and scholarship, and possess the communication skills and perspective to contribute to discussions about professional practice
● Have received specific professional development and training focused on beginning their professional career (such as carrying out a job search, negotiating an offer for a professional position, and seeking a professional mentor)
During the first year of the fellowship, the Fellows will gain knowledge and work experience in the UC Davis Library, primarily in the Student Services department. They will also be introduced to other facets of research librarianship, in areas such as research consultation and support, cataloging and metadata services, archives and special collections, health sciences, collection strategies, scholarly communications, online services, and data science and management.
The second-year will be focused on appropriate project work, with specifics defined as the first year draws to a close in consultation among the Fellows, their supervisor, and others. The projects will be tailored to the Fellows’ expertise, interests, and skills, and ideally will address Library strategic or programmatic needs. The second-year will culminate with a presentation, poster session, or paper, or some such similar effort, about the projects.
Over both years of the fellowship, the Fellows will be actively mentored by their supervisor and other relevant colleagues, and also gain experience with general skills, such as planning and project management, assessment and evaluation, meeting planning, and conflict resolution.
Required Qualifications for the Position
• Completion of or enrollment in an ALA-accredited master's degree program in Library and Information Science or equivalent; if degree is in progress, must be completed by January 2020
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively with multiple constituencies in a complex and rapidly changing, matrix-based work environment
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to work successfully in an intensely collaborative environment with complex workgroups comprising a broad range of people from culturally diverse backgrounds including colleagues, administrators, students, faculty, donors, and alumni
• Demonstrated effective use of analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to use and successfully experiment with technology to deliver information services to undergraduate and professional students
Preferred Qualifications
• Working knowledge of Canvas or other learning management systems
• Working knowledge of relevant academic and instructional design technologies, such as Camtasia and Adobe Captivate, and the application of new technologies in instruction
• Understanding and interest in working with first-year experience courses and delivering library services to traditionally underserved students
• Demonstrated commitment to, diversity, equity, and inclusion within the library community
Benefits
The University of California is one of the largest employers in California, and offers excellent health and retirement benefits to its employees and their families. Librarians Series employees are academic appointees and earn twenty-four days of vacation and twelve days of sick leave per year. In addition, there are thirteen university holidays. See http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html
Wednesday, September 11, 2019
Davis - County of Yolo - Librarian I/II Early Learning Coordinator
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/yolococa/jobs/2559312/librarian-i-ii-early-learning-coordinator?utm_campaign=google_jobs_apply&utm_source=google_jobs_apply&utm_medium=organic
Closing Date
10/4/2019 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary
Librarian I: $46,490 - $56,509 Annually
Librarian II: $57,293 - $69,640 Annually
Description
The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill one regular, full-time Librarian position at the Yolo County Library. The candidate selected for this position will be assigned to Youth Services at the Mary L. Stephens – Davis Branch Library and will work with a team of professionals, paraprofessionals, and community members to deliver quality services to children ages 0 to 8 in the City of Davis, and the West Yolo region. The position will be responsible for planning, developing, implementing and evaluating system-wide, local and County-wide programs and outreach services to families and youth of all ages, with a focus on early childhood literacy for children 0-5 years old.
Services include managing a wide range of diverse family programming, play area, afterschool enrichment activities, building partnerships with other youth-serving agencies and supporting grant-funded services through First 5 Yolo, family resource centers and other community-based organizations. Yolo County Library follows a youth development model of service and a collaborative culture of inclusion and community engagement. Experience working in a multilingual, multicultural environment is highly desired.
Applicants that are currently in the last semester of their Master of Library Science or Library Information Services degree program are welcome to apply. However, any offer of employment will be contingent upon proof of completion of the degree program.
In addition to the qualifications listed in the online application, the ideal candidate will be community-oriented, enthusiastic about promoting the library to a broader audience, able to engage new technologies, adept at managing grants, capable of being the person in charge of a branch and genuinely enjoy serving a diverse population base. Fluency in languages other than English is highly desirable. All Library staff in this class are expected to provide direct service at any branch. Incumbents in this position are required to work regular evening and weekend hours.
Closing Date
10/4/2019 11:59 PM Pacific
Salary
Librarian I: $46,490 - $56,509 Annually
Librarian II: $57,293 - $69,640 Annually
Description
The County of Yolo is recruiting to fill one regular, full-time Librarian position at the Yolo County Library. The candidate selected for this position will be assigned to Youth Services at the Mary L. Stephens – Davis Branch Library and will work with a team of professionals, paraprofessionals, and community members to deliver quality services to children ages 0 to 8 in the City of Davis, and the West Yolo region. The position will be responsible for planning, developing, implementing and evaluating system-wide, local and County-wide programs and outreach services to families and youth of all ages, with a focus on early childhood literacy for children 0-5 years old.
Services include managing a wide range of diverse family programming, play area, afterschool enrichment activities, building partnerships with other youth-serving agencies and supporting grant-funded services through First 5 Yolo, family resource centers and other community-based organizations. Yolo County Library follows a youth development model of service and a collaborative culture of inclusion and community engagement. Experience working in a multilingual, multicultural environment is highly desired.
Applicants that are currently in the last semester of their Master of Library Science or Library Information Services degree program are welcome to apply. However, any offer of employment will be contingent upon proof of completion of the degree program.
In addition to the qualifications listed in the online application, the ideal candidate will be community-oriented, enthusiastic about promoting the library to a broader audience, able to engage new technologies, adept at managing grants, capable of being the person in charge of a branch and genuinely enjoy serving a diverse population base. Fluency in languages other than English is highly desirable. All Library staff in this class are expected to provide direct service at any branch. Incumbents in this position are required to work regular evening and weekend hours.
Davis - UC Davis Library - Acquisitions Ordering and Processing Lead
www.employment.ucdavis.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=83416
Closing Date
09-25-2019
Salary
$21.07 - $27.33/HR
Work Schedule
100% FTE, Fixed, Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Library Supervisor 2, responsible for purchasing more complex library materials in all formats, requiring advanced bibliographic skills and decision-making ability. Establishes and maintains vendor records for serials orders in the integrated library system. Ensures that effective communication is maintained with Collection Strategies, subject librarians, other library staff and vendors. Enters invoices in an integrated library system and forwards to Library Financial Services. Works closely with the section's head, California Digital Library staff, the Acquisitions Librarian and cataloging staff to ensure the smooth integration of electronic resources, both consortia and locally licensed, into the library's collection.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience using a bibliographic database for retrieving, interpreting and editing records appropriately.
Experience performing detailed tasks with sustained concentration.
Skills to work as part of a team.
Skills to comprehend correspondence and written instruction.
Experience using interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills to build and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of persons both in and outside the Library.
Skills to independently organize tasks and establish priorities to meet workload requirements and deadlines.
Computer skills to accurately edit and retrieve online records.
Skills to interact tactfully and courteously with people of diverse backgrounds.
Math skills to perform basic computations and maintain statistics of work performed.
Skills to independently exercise good judgment and make decisions within established guidelines.
Skills to learn unit workflow and adapt to changing procedures.
Skills to train, guide and review work of other staff.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills to resolve routine and non-routine problems.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of library procedures and technical services operations; serials background strongly preferred.
Skills with spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of common foreign languages, especially Western European, sufficient to verify and process titles using the Roman alphabet.
Knowledge of electronic and print bibliographic tools used in English and common foreign languages.
Closing Date
09-25-2019
Salary
$21.07 - $27.33/HR
Work Schedule
100% FTE, Fixed, Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 5:00pm
Job Summary
Under the general supervision of the Library Supervisor 2, responsible for purchasing more complex library materials in all formats, requiring advanced bibliographic skills and decision-making ability. Establishes and maintains vendor records for serials orders in the integrated library system. Ensures that effective communication is maintained with Collection Strategies, subject librarians, other library staff and vendors. Enters invoices in an integrated library system and forwards to Library Financial Services. Works closely with the section's head, California Digital Library staff, the Acquisitions Librarian and cataloging staff to ensure the smooth integration of electronic resources, both consortia and locally licensed, into the library's collection.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience using a bibliographic database for retrieving, interpreting and editing records appropriately.
Experience performing detailed tasks with sustained concentration.
Skills to work as part of a team.
Skills to comprehend correspondence and written instruction.
Experience using interpersonal, communication, and active listening skills to build and maintain effective working relationships with all levels of persons both in and outside the Library.
Skills to independently organize tasks and establish priorities to meet workload requirements and deadlines.
Computer skills to accurately edit and retrieve online records.
Skills to interact tactfully and courteously with people of diverse backgrounds.
Math skills to perform basic computations and maintain statistics of work performed.
Skills to independently exercise good judgment and make decisions within established guidelines.
Skills to learn unit workflow and adapt to changing procedures.
Skills to train, guide and review work of other staff.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills to resolve routine and non-routine problems.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of library procedures and technical services operations; serials background strongly preferred.
Skills with spreadsheet software such as Microsoft Excel.
Knowledge of common foreign languages, especially Western European, sufficient to verify and process titles using the Roman alphabet.
Knowledge of electronic and print bibliographic tools used in English and common foreign languages.
Wednesday, September 4, 2019
Modesto - Modesto Junior College - Instructional Support Assistant, Library & Learning Resources
https://yosemite.peopleadmin.com/postings/3984
Closing Date
Wednesday, September 18, 2019 by 11:59 pm
Salary
$3,273 to $4,184 per month
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs a wide range of instructional and clerical support duties in an administrative or computerized instructional setting; conducts and delivers focused learning experiences for students in a classroom, tutoring center, computer laboratory, or similar teaching environment; operates and maintains computer hardware, software and related equipment pertaining to the assigned instructional area; performs administrative support tasks for faculty and other instructional staff; and performs related work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is the full working clerical level class in the Instructional Support Series within the Yosemite Community College District (YCCD). Incumbents in this class perform the full range of journey level instructional and administrative support duties in classrooms, tutoring centers, computer laboratories and other general instructional settings. Duties typically emphasize administrative activities that may require substantial computer hardware/software user skills but do not typically require advanced knowledge of a specialized or technical academic area. Positions at this level may be assigned to a wide variety of academic divisions and/or work units within YCCD.
This class may be distinguished from the lower-level class of Instructional Support Aide because incumbents in that class provide the most basic instructional and/or tutoring services for students and also perform routine clerical duties in support of their assigned work area. This class may also be distinguished from the higher-level class of Instructional Support Technician because incumbents in that class provide complex technical instructional and administrative support in specialized academic/laboratory settings.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED
Incumbents in this class work under general supervision, working alone on routine or regular work assignments and checking with a supervisor on non-routine assignments or when in doubt as to the correct procedures to follow.
An incumbent in this class does not directly lead or supervise other full-time employees, but may assign, direct and/or monitor the work of subordinate full time, part time, and/or student employees on a project or assignment basis.
Minimum Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The knowledge and ability requirements are representative of essential duties. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.
Knowledge of
Operations, procedures, goals and objectives of the subject or program being supported.
Modern office and classroom procedures and equipment, including computers and associated software applications.
If assigned to an instructional laboratory, the procedures and equipment used in that setting.
Methods and techniques of student instruction and tutoring.
Proper English usage, spelling, grammar and punctuation.
Principles and practices of filing and record keeping.
Appropriate and effective communication and listening skills.
Ability to
Provide hands-on academic support to students and instructors.
Respond to a variety of requests for assistance from students and instructors.
Listen effectively and appropriately assess student academic needs.
Work with students from a wide range of cultural backgrounds, ages and academic abilities.
Serve as liaison among students and instructor.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Education and Experience
Experience: Two years performing office administrative support duties that required familiarity with standard computer hardware and office software.
Examples of Duties
Maintains libraries and/or inventories of instructional resources and materials; maintains records of materials loaned to students for home study.
Reports student progress toward the accomplishment of learning objectives.
Organizes and presents workshops related to the development of study skills, interpersonal skills, life skills, academic improvement, and other subjects relevant to learning.
Performs a wide range of clerical and office support duties that typically require typing, proofreading, filing, checking and recording information.
Posts information to a computerized and/or manual management information storage and retrieval systems; retrieves and compiles information and prepares complex clerical forms, reports and summaries.
Maintains the classroom/learning environment in a clean and efficient manner; organizes materials; monitors the safety and security of equipment; opens/closes facilities.
Prepares a variety of materials for duplication and printing.
Sorts and files documents and materials according to pre-determined classification systems.
Operates a variety of machines and equipment including computers and/or specialized equipment pertaining to the assigned academic area; performs routine hardware and software installations, maintenance and troubleshooting.
Orders and receives supplies; maintains office inventories.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
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