Sonoma - Sonoma Valley Regional Library - Library Associate, part-time

https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library

Close Date 

Friday, November 8, 2019, 5 pm

Salary

$25.21/hour to $31.49/hour plus prorated benefits

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, this part-time position performs a wide range of library tasks; assists patrons by answering reference and other questions and in selecting library materials; and performs related duties as required in the Sonoma Valley Regional Library. This position includes working evenings and weekends. Please fill out supplemental questionnaire.

TYPICAL TASKS

Receives and responds to questions from patrons concerning resources; answers reference questions from patrons or directs more difficult reference questions to appropriate librarian.

Advises patrons of library policies, procedures, and services in person and over the telephone.

Uses the online catalog and other resources to assist patrons in locating and selecting books and reference materials; instructs patrons in the use of library equipment and resources including the Internet; conducts subject searches.

Uses a computer to enter and retrieve information, locate library materials and charge and discharge materials; receives and processes requests and holds.

May assist in compiling booklists and pathfinders and answering reference questions in the area of specialty.

Receives inter-library loan requests; searches relevant database systems; confirms orders; upon receipt, verifies order and forwards item to patron; follows-up on items to ensure a timely return to originating library.

Assists the Branch Manager or others with various administrative tasks and programs.

Maintains shelf order; collects and accounts for fees and fines and makes deposits as necessary; keeps library records; writes reports.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university; and two (2) years of work experience in library services. Spanish bilingual skills preferred.

KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of paraprofessional library work, including library reference, readers’ advisory, and other library services.

Principles, techniques, and procedures in cataloging, indexing, classifying, and organizing library materials.

Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and Library staff.

Ability to:

Organize own work and the work of others, set priorities, and meet deadlines.

Interpret, explain, and apply all relevant Library policies and procedures, and applicable Federal and State laws, codes, and regulations.

Use computer and other technology, including software, hardware, and the Internet sufficient to be able to assist customers, conduct research, prepare reports, and use email and other communications technologies.

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please go to https://www.calopps.org/sonoma-county-library to apply. Applications must be complete and submitted by the final filing date in order to be considered. Incomplete and/or inaccurate applications may result in disqualification from the recruitment process. Resumes will not substitute for a completed application. Please attach transcript document(s).

The application process may contain one or more of the following steps: a supplemental application, written test(s), skills assessment(s), and/or oral examination(s).

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATION 

Sonoma County Library will make reasonable accommodations in the recruitment process to accommodate applicants with disabilities. If you are invited to participate in an examination or interview and have a disability for which you require an accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at (707) 545-0831 extension 1591 or dkatzung@sonomalibrary.org as soon as possible to make arrangements for your accommodation. Requesting accommodations at least 3 working/business days before the scheduled event will help to ensure availability. For further information regarding disability accommodations provided by the Library and related matters, see the Library’s website at https://sonomalibrary.org/accessibility.

EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION

Employment offers will be contingent upon a successful pre-employment verification/criminal records clearance. Having a criminal record will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from employment.

The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill future positions as they occur during the active status of the list.