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Los Angeles - UCLA - Collection Strategies Librarian

https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF05185


Closing Date
Apply by Thursday, Jan 16, 2020 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Salary
$64,552 - $96,266

Description
The UCLA Library seeks a collaborative, motivated, and knowledgeable Collection Strategies Librarian to contribute enthusiasm, expertise, and strategic insight to the shared work of building collections that support and advance the research and curricular priorities of a dynamic, world-renowned University.

Position Duties
Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Collection Management & Scholarly Communication, the successful candidate for this new position will contribute to the Implementation and development of policies and practices for collection development, assessment, and management. Working closely with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders the Collection Strategies Librarian will support the alignment of library collections with the broad, deep, and evolving research, teaching, and scholarly communication priorities of UCLA and the UCLA Library.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

• Leads on-going efforts and new initiatives to evaluate and acquire interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary resources;
• Monitors budget allocations and expenditures for the approximately $15M library acquisitions budget;
• Contributes to the development of budgets for materials in all formats, seeking to ensure appropriate allocations across subject and disciplinary lines, and investments that promote open collections, emerging resource types and means (e.g., datasets; streaming), and efficiencies (e.g., shelf-ready, metadata provision);
• Leads efforts to develop and implement user-focused, evidence-based collection analysis;
• Coordinates and maintains effective relationships with vendors, publishers, and consortia, contributing to selection decisions, cost and license negotiations, subscription renewals, and product trials;
• Supports advocacy with vendors, publishers, and library stakeholders to advance new models for developing library collections that integrate with the UCLA Library's open access goals;
• Oversees consolidated approval plans;
• Collaborates with colleagues at UCLA, the California Digital Library and other UC campuses to negotiate terms and agreements for licensing local and shared resources with vendors, publishers and other UC libraries;
• Supports UCLA's participation in regional, national, and international consortial collaborations (including shared collections and coordinated collection development initiatives), and contributes to decision-making for UC-wide licensed resources;
• Works closely with Library Development to identify and steward donors, collections, and endowed gift funds.

Qualifications

• ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library or Information Science OR significant graduate-level coursework toward such a degree OR equivalent education and experience (subject expertise combined with professional library education and/or experience).
• Collection development experience in an academic environment.
• Knowledge of current and emerging trends and technologies related to library services.
• Understanding of scholarly communication and the evolving publishing ecosystem, including the open access movement.
• Experience with the core concepts of acquiring, receiving, cataloging, processing, database maintenance, integrated systems, library financial management, and vendor relations.
• Experience with resource licensing concepts and language.
• Experience utilizing and tailoring communication skills—including oral, written and interpersonal skills—to work effectively and collaboratively with various stakeholders (e.g., faculty, staff, students, administrators).
• Experience working both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Experience utilizing organizational, problem-solving, and time-management skills to effectively balance multiple assignments and projects.

Applicants with any of the following qualifications or professional experiences are strongly encouraged to apply: Additional advanced academic or professional degree; ability to negotiate licensing and other contractual terms for library acquisitions; understanding of budget design and management principles; experience with international and non-English language publishing and vendors; skills and experience in gathering, assessing, interpreting, and presenting quantitative and qualitative data for varied audiences; experience with library collection management standards and tools, such as reporting modules within integrated library systems, digital repositories, COUNTER, SUSHI; proficiency in at least one language other than English; training and/or experience in project management; experience in donor relations and stewardship.

Los Angeles - UCLA - Assistant Head of Resource Acquisitions & Metadata Services for Acquisitions

https://recruit.apo.ucla.edu/JPF05186

Closing Date
Apply by Thursday, Jan 16, 2020 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time) to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Salary
$68,084 - $101,533

Description
The UCLA Library seeks a dynamic, knowledgeable, user-focused, and collaborative leader to direct on-going services and shape the future of acquisitions and management of print and electronic resources for the UCLA Library. The Assistant Head of Acquisitions will join the Library during an exciting period of transformation, as we put our strategic plan into action, explore how the acquisitions function can support open access goals, and investigate how the University of California consortia of libraries might implement a systemwide Integrated Library Systems (ILS).

Position Duties
Under the general direction of the Head of Resource Acquisitions & Metadata Services, the Assistant Head of Acquisitions collaborates on strategic vision, leadership, and management of all aspects of the UCLA Library’s acquisitions and shared print services. The Assistant Head leads one of the acquisitions teams and supervises at least one other team leader.

Specific duties and responsibilities include:

• Serves as supervisor of staff employees, including hiring, training, evaluating, mentoring, and developing acquisitions competencies for applicable department staff
• Holds direct responsibility for operations, workflows, and special projects involving ordering, payment, receipt, processing, and access to information resources of all types
• Provides leadership, guidance, and administrative oversight, ensuring compliance with local policy and procedure and professional best practices
• Organizes efforts to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of policies, procedures and workflow for selection, acquisition, processing, bibliographic control, shared print programs, and ensures that workflows are coordinated with other units to ensure effective operations and productivity
• Develops, assesses, and improves purchasing plans, procedures, and relationships with library vendors and shared print collaborators, and provides leadership for the management of established approval plans, Library of Congress Cooperative Acquisitions Programs, and the investigation and evaluation of new acquisitions models
• Fosters effective working relationships with peers, stakeholders, and library partners, and facilitates communication with other units, departments and colleagues, including other technical services staff, Collection Strategies Librarian, and subject specialists and liaisons
• Coordinates UCLA acquisitions activities with the significant amounts of e-resources acquired by the California Digital Library through consortial agreements with other libraries in the University of California system and serves as liaison to CDL’s Journal Archiving Campaigns and to HathiTrust’s Shared Print Program
• Represents UCLA in the development and maintenance of the UC Systemwide Integrated Library System (SILS) in the area of acquisitions
• Participates in the responsible stewardship of the collections budget; develops and enforces responsible fiscal practices; creates, maintains and develops acquisition analysis reports to support and inform collection development and budgetary decisions; follows, understands and enforces University fiscal policies
• Assists with efforts to incorporate technological enhancements; establishes, tracks, and coordinates the various sets of shelf-ready specifications and data loading strategies used with Library materials
• Builds and maintains knowledge of e-resource licensing practices, sufficient to permit problem solving for those performing review and negotiation of licenses
• Explores and pursues means by which acquisitions operations can provide support to open access goals
• Identifies and advocates for, as well as participates in the development of standards needed to support acquisitions work
• Develops and monitors the department’s general assistance budget in support of acquisitions-related work
• Plans and monitors fulfillment of deposit quota in the remote storage facility
• In the absence of the department head, acts as a substitute as needed

Qualifications

•  ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library or Information Science OR significant graduate-level coursework toward such a degree OR equivalent education and experience (subject expertise combined with professional library education and/or experience)
• Experience in a management, supervisory or team leader position coaching, mentoring and/or managing personnel in a library or similar environment
• Experience in library acquisitions and licensing in an academic environment
• Knowledge of current and emerging trends and technologies related to library services
• Knowledge of core concepts of acquiring, receiving, cataloging, processing, database maintenance, integrated systems, library financial management, and vendor relations
• Knowledge of resource licensing concepts and language
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Applicants with any of the following qualifications or professional experiences are strongly encouraged to apply: Ability to negotiate licensing and other contractual terms for library acquisitions; familiarity with international and non-English language publishing and vendors; proficiency in at least one language other than English; training and/or experience in project management; experience in donor relations and stewardship.

San Francisco - San Francisco State University - Cataloging and Metadata Librarian, Tenure-Track Librarian Faculty

https://csucareers.calstate.edu/detail.aspx?pid=78773

Salary

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Close Date

Until filled 

Description

 

The J. Paul Leonard Library at San Francisco State University offers an exciting opportunity for a tenure-track Cataloging and Metadata Librarian position at the rank of Senior Assistant or Associate Librarian beginning July 2020 or sooner.

We seek a colleague who will provide leadership in the development, evaluation, and implementation of cataloging and metadata policies, standards, procedures, and workflows, in coordination with a Head of Collection Management Services (currently vacant position). We are especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, primary responsibilities, and/or service, through diversity, to the excellence of the academic community.

The J. Paul Leonard Library is a busy, teaching-oriented organization supporting a community of 30,000 students as well as faculty and staff. The library’s collections include more than one million items in all formats, including an extensive collection of online databases and full-text resources. Additionally, the library uses and contributes to Ex Libris’ Alma/Primo library management system, which is shared by all 23 libraries in the California State University (CSU) System. Librarians have full faculty status and are expected to meet faculty requirements for tenure and promotion. The library faculty is committed to providing mentoring and support to tenure-track colleagues. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping to shape the future of the library. Information about the J. Paul Leonard Library is available at: http://www.library.sfsu.edu

The mission of San Francisco State University is to create and maintain an environment for learning that promotes respect for and appreciation of scholarship, freedom, human diversity, and the cultural mosaic of the City of San Francisco and the Bay Area; to promote excellence in instruction and intellectual accomplishment; and to provide broadly accessible higher education for residents of the region and state, as well as the nation and world.

To fulfill its mission, the University is committed to the following goals:

● Attracting, retaining, and graduating a highly diverse student body
● Providing disciplinary and interdisciplinary liberal arts and professional education that is academically rigorous and intellectually challenging
● Providing curricula that reflect all dimensions of human diversity, and that encourage critical thinking and a commitment to social justice
● Recruiting, retaining, and supporting a diverse faculty whose teaching demonstrates an active engagement with their individual fields of study and whose creative and scholarly work is an extension of the classroom, laboratory, or studio
● Employing a staff and administration reflecting the diversity of our student community and the values of the campus
● Fostering a collegial and cooperative intellectual environment that includes recognition and appreciation of differing viewpoints and promotes academic freedom within the University community; and
● Serving the communities with which its students and faculty are engaged

Responsibilities

The Cataloging and Metadata Librarian will perform original cataloging and complex metadata creation in multiple languages, formats, and time periods. The Cataloging and Metadata Librarian will lead planning, evaluation, and implementation of metadata and cataloging policies, standards, procedures, and workflows, as well as representing the library in implementing CSU-wide consortial level cataloging policies and procedures such as those related to the shared Ex Libris Alma/Primo Unified Library Management System (ULMS). The person in this position will work closely with the faculty and staff in the Collection Management Services division, with the possibility of providing lead work direction.

Qualifications

 

Required-

● ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Science or equivalent
● Two years of cataloging/metadata experience
● Demonstrated working knowledge of RDA, AACR2, DCRM(b), LCCS, LCSH, and MARC formats and standards
● Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collegially with a diverse population of colleagues and library stakeholders; incorporate inclusion, diversity, and equity into primary assignment, scholarship, and/or service responsibilities; contribute to a supportive, and collaborative work environment

Preferred-

• Experience cataloging using the OCLC bibliographic utility
• Experience using a library services platform, preferably Ex Libris’ Alma
• Demonstrated experience cataloging special collections materials, serials, music, and
manuscripts in English and preferably other languages as well
• Current awareness of new trends and emerging technologies in cataloging and technical services
• Excellent analytical and pro-active problem solving, organizational, and project management skills
• Ability to work independently and as a member or leader of a team
• Ability to adapt to rapid change and to exercise creativity and initiative
• Awareness and engagement with critical concerns in the discipline
• Active involvement in professional development activities
• Demonstrated potential for meeting the requirements for tenure and promotion under the Library's criteria for professional performance, scholarship, and service. 

Rohnert Park - Sonoma State University - Access Services Manager (Administrator I)

http://web.sonoma.edu/jobs/

Salary
Based on qualifications and experience; not to exceed $7,084/month.

Closing Date
Open until filled. For full consideration, please submit application, along with cover letter and resume, by 8 am on January 16, 2020.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Dean of the Library, the Access Services Manager provides management and guidance for circulation, reserves, and resource fulfillment (interlibrary loan) services, and supervises regular and student personnel. Major duties of the position include, but are not limited to, the following in support of Library Administration:

• Provides management and direct supervision for Access Services, which includes employees and student assistants in circulation, including staff and student assistant scheduling; course reserves; and resource fulfillment services. Organizes and monitors the workload and staffing of the unit to provide services responsive to user needs. Convenes regular meetings of the Access Services group. Facilitates access to appropriate development opportunities for unit staff.
• Provides management and direction for the Access Services student assistant program, including recruitment, training, supervision, and evaluation.
• Participates in assessment of circulation, resource fulfillment, reserves, and building usage.
• Serves on the Library's Emergency Preparedness Team, which regularly reviews and updates the Library's disaster preparedness and response policies and procedures.
• Serves as the point of contact for compliments and complaints related to access services, tours of the library, and community borrower inquiries.
• Collects and analyzes a variety of access services data, and uses this data to guide decision-making.
• Recommends adopting new services, adapting existing services, and sunsetting obsolete services to meet user needs.
• Works closely with other library personnel on introducing, revising, or sunsetting Access Services policies and procedures.
• In partnership with the Collections Librarian, coordinates the activities of Access Services to maximize the accessibility of the collections for use by the Libraries' clientele, while maintaining concern for proper care and preservation of library material.
• Represents SSU on regional and statewide access services committees and membership groups. 
• Represents the Library on relevant campus groups and committees.
• Performs other secondary duties as assigned.

Qualifications

This position requires a minimum of three years' experience in access services or equivalent experience, including 2 years of progressively responsible and applicable management and/or supervisory experience.  Bachelor's degree in any field, or equivalent combination of education and experience to provide the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Higher education experience highly preferred.

Demonstrated knowledge or experience of access services functions (circulation, reserves and interlibrary borrowing/materials delivery) and the library management systems that support them is required. Intermediate proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) required. Knowledge of Google Suite, personnel scheduling software, and PeopleSoft preferred. Knowledge of current issues and opportunities in enhancing access to library collections and services is preferred.

Must have strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously, adjusting quickly to changes needed on a daily basis. Must have the ability to effectively communicate with all levels within the university and establish and maintain productive and effective, inclusive working relationships amongst diverse populations including staff, faculty, administration, students, and other internal and external constituents. Must have demonstrated commitment to diversity and understanding of the contributions a diverse workforce brings to the workplace. Must have strong user centered public service philosophy, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Must be able to accept constructive feedback and work cooperatively in group situations.

Qualified candidates must submit the following to be considered:

1. Cover Letter and Resume - application system only allows one document to be uploaded, so cover letter and resume must be included in the same MS Word or PDF file (file name should not contain any spaces or special characters)

2. Online Employment Application (complete entire application, resume/cover letter will not substitute for any part of the application)

The ADA Coordinator is available at 707.664.2664, to assist individuals with disabilities in need of accommodation during the hiring process.

Santa Clara - County of Santa Clara - Community Librarian

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/santaclara/jobs/2616502/community-librarian

Salary

$110,466.72 - $134,276.48 Annually

Close Date

Candidates who meet the employment standards will be invited to take an oral examination, tentatively scheduled for 01/07/2020, 01/08/2020 and/or 01/09/2020

Description

Under direction, to plan, organize, direct and control activities and operations of a Community Library in one of the cities served by the Santa Clara County Library System.

NOTE: Candidates who meet the employment standards will be invited to take an oral examination, tentatively scheduled for 01/07/2020, 01/08/2020 and/or 01/09/2020.

Typical Tasks

Plans, organizes and directs the activities of the community library;

Analyzes diverse and changing community interests and acts to ensure that all library collections and services are relevant, current and easily accessible to the community;

Formulates short term and long range plans for library services in diverse communities;

Analyzes library use and staffing and evaluates library services to ensure best use of resources;

Initiates changes in collections, services and physical organization of the library's interior to meet evolving community needs;

Develops and enhances library services based on individual community needs and current technology;

Establishes, interprets and implements policies and procedures for the community library staff and patrons;

Directs and coordinates a large, diverse staff, which include, management, professional and clerical employees;

Selects, trains and evaluates supervisors of professional and clerical staff;

Utilizes effective management and supervision techniques, develops goals and standards for, and participates in the training of library staff;

Researches, gathers and analyzes information; prepares various reports;

Represents, participates and provides input regarding the Community Library at various meetings;

Manages and implements building security in coordination with local public safety agencies; Oversees building maintenance;

Advises and consults with outside library fundraising groups in their budgeting process;

Creates grant proposals and directs the implementation of grants received;

Serves as the Community Library contact to vendors and contractors for library renovation or new construction, including needs assessment, building program, design development documents and plan checks;

Prepares and makes presentations to local service and community groups regarding library services;

Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with government agencies and services as the library contact for City and County departments and outside agencies;

Conducts regular meetings with Library supervisors to ensure effective communication and community service;

Analyzes County Library budget to determine annual personnel, materials and facilities allocated and monitors expenditures;

Prepares and submits annual budget estimates;

Participates in professional organizations, including professional conferences and workshops;

Keeps apprised of current issues and trends in libraries, management and technology;

May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required;

Performs related duties as required.

Employment Standards

Possession of a Master's Degree in Library Science from a school of librarianship accredited by the American Library Association or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Possession of a valid California driver's license prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County Driver's Permit.

And

Minimum of three (3) years of professional library experience in a capacity comparable to a Supervising Librarian in Santa Clara County and possession of following knowledge and abilities:

Knowledge of:

Principles of effective personnel management and training and customer services techniques;

Principles and techniques involved in the operation and administration of library programs, collections and services and their relation to community needs;

Library methods, procedures, and technology;

Tools and techniques for assessing community needs;

Ethical management of intellectual freedom as it pertains to community libraries;

Content and development of a balanced library collection, including print, media and electronic books, internet access and emerging technologies, effective methods to recognize and respond to the cultural diversity of the community.

Ability to:

Formulate and implement effective and efficient library policies and procedures;

Effectively manage, train, develop and motivate professional and non-professional staff;

Organize and manage the day-to-day operations of a community library;

Advise and instruct patrons in the use of library facilities; interact effectively with people of diverse backgrounds;

Resolve and/or answer difficult policy, procedural or reference questions; analyze community needs and recommend specific plans for modifying or extending library services;

Logically define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions;

Consult and advise executive management on the activities and status of assigned Community Library;

Develop short and long range budget plans that reflect the Community Library needs;

Write and speak effectively;

Prepare and review reports;

Establish and maintain effective working relationships.

San Jose - San Jose State University - Instruction Strategy Librarian

https://apply.interfolio.com/69602

Salary

Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Close Date

December 15, 2019

Description

The Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Library seeks an energetic, innovative, and collaborative librarian to provide leadership in the area of instruction strategy. Under the general guidance of the Faculty Director for Instruction and User Services, the Instruction Strategy Librarian will develop, deliver, and evaluate library instruction modules and programs in support of the university’s teaching and research activities. This position ensures that the library’s instructional practices support the university’s educational mission. The position requires a working knowledge of pedagogical theories and the capacity to apply that knowledge in collaboration with librarians, library staff, and disciplinary faculty throughout the SJSU colleges and units. The Instruction Strategy Librarian should possess demonstrated teaching ability, knowledge of, and a strong commitment to the ACRL Information Literacy Competency Standards and Framework for Information Literacy as well as knowledge of current instructional and educational technologies. As a faculty member, the incumbent engages in library and university governance and scholarship, which includes research, scholarly, and creative activities required for tenure and promotion. The Instruction Strategy Librarian will serve as a liaison to subject area(s), as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of programmatic library instruction in support of information literacy and critical thinking learning outcomes.
• Lead the development and assessment of broad-based library instruction materials that can be used by faculty.
• Collaborate with library colleagues to systematically design, assess, and integrate instructional modules into library activities.
• Collaborate with SJSU faculty and librarian liaisons to develop and integrate library instructional modules into courses.
• Help library colleagues to identify, evaluate, and apply technologies essential to the design and delivery of in-person and online instructional services using instructional design expertise and research on student learning.
• Maintain knowledge of emerging trends, best practices, and pedagogical principles, including but not limited to the ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education.
• Develop, guide, and evaluate the planning, implementation, and assessment of all information literacy and instruction activities and work closely with colleagues to craft a comprehensive instruction program.
• Provide professional development opportunities for library colleagues in improving the design and delivery of curriculum-aligned, pedagogically sound, technology-appropriate information literacy learning experiences.
• Extend the library's reach by delivering and customizing resources into the learning management system.
• Facilitate and provide observation and coaching on library instruction.
• Develop, maintain, and report/disseminate statistical and other information related to the library’s instructional activities.
• Coordinate and oversee any necessary training for use of instructional facilities and equipment.
• Builds a record of progressive scholarly and professional achievement to fulfill the University requirement of retention, tenure, and promotion.
• Participates in the library liaison program, providing services to assigned departments.

Required Qualifications

• Master's degree from an ALA accredited program or equivalent is required at time of appointment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse populations, as gained through cross-cultural study, training, teaching or other comparable experiences, for the provision of user-centered services, systems and programs.
• Evidence of potential to maintain an ongoing program of scholarly research and professional development at appropriate levels.
• Experience and/or coursework in developing and evaluating information literacy/instructional programs.
• Experience and/or coursework incorporating current and emerging technologies into instructional and informational services.
• Experience and/or coursework in instructional technology and design.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to provide meaningful feedback on information literacy and instructional delivery
• Demonstrated ability to plan, design, implement, and assess comprehensive information literacy programs
• Demonstrated ability to create instructional aids and digital learning objects to improve information literacy understanding
• Demonstrated ability to apply instructional design principles to improve teaching and learning
• Experience in assessment to ensure continuous evaluation and improvement.

Los Angeles - New York Film Academy - Library Assistant

https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=14623&clientkey=742F9A03129057C86AF9C8D229C5EE14

Salary

$14.00 - $15.00 per hour

Close Date

Not listed

Background

The New York Film Academy was founded in 1992 on the belief that a top-quality education in filmmaking should be accessible to anyone with the drive and ambition to make films. The school opened at Robert De Niro’s Tribeca Film Center in New York City, and has expanded worldwide to include campuses in New York; Los Angeles; Miami; and Gold Coast, Australia.

The mission of the New York Film Academy is to educate students interested in the field of visual storytelling. NYFA courses have been designed to increase students’ creativity and technical expertise through an intense regimen of hands-on and classroom instruction. The Academy’s goal is to enrich its students as visual storytellers by helping them realize their personal artistic visions. NYFA’s expectations center on the growth of each student as a creative individual. NYFA is accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design.

Job Summary

The Library Assistant performs requested clerical support for the NYFA Library. The individual in this role will be responsible for assisting both our faculty and students with any requests or questions they may have. The Library Assistant re-shelves books, checks the NYFA Library's email account for renewal requests, emails students and staff regarding overdue books, and keeps updated records for the Library. Additionally, the ideal candidate will have exceptional customer service skills, the ability to work both under supervision and alone, and a flexible schedule.

Responsibilities 

• Provide circulation assistance (check in/out) including managing disputes about missing items, fines, and overdue materials
• Assist the educational community with general library support, including online library resources
• Run weekly overdue reports and contact patrons for timely return of materials
• Pull materials from the collection for classroom and instructor needs
• Perform processing of new materials
• Re-shelve returned materials
• Complete special projects as assigned
• Qualifications
• Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution preferred
• Academic library experience desirable
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills to communicate with students, staff, and faculty members alike
• Ability to effectively communicate
• Ability to collaborate as a member of a team
• Willingness to work weekends and evenings

Fairfied - Solano Community College District - Librarian (Reference Desk)

 https://www.governmentjobs.com/jobs/2573547/librarian-reference-desk/agency/solanocc/apply

Salary

$50.53 - $61.17 Hourly

Close Date

Continuous

Description

Solano Community College is seeking a pool of qualified applicants for possible temporary part-time reference desk assignments.  These positions are filled on an as needed basis and are on-going recruitments. Assignments may include day, evening and weekend hours.

Under administrative leadership, adjunct faculty librarians will participate in the planning, implementation and assessment of library programs that will contribute to the educational growth of the college community and support advancement of the mission of the college. Adjunct faculty are responsible for maintaining currency in their field and continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position, and working as a team player with other Library faculty and staff.

This position is a "pool" position, meaning that openings may or may not be currently available. The District maintains a "pool" of applications for positions which are needed on an ongoing basis at Solano Community College. The advantage of "pool" positions is when a position becomes available, the Dean may immediately begin screening applications from the available pool of applicants without having to post a position and wait while the position is being advertised.

Reference Desk Assignments

• Provide library services to students, faculty, the community, and staff, using electronic, print, and media-based materials and resources at the Solano College Library, at center libraries, and online as assigned.
• Provide instruction in the use of information resources and the development of information competency skills: a) on a one-to-one basis as part of reference service, b) for students enrolled in LR10: Basics of Information Competency and Library Research c) in classroom settings (orientations).
• Participate in the design, development, implementation, and coordination of library services, resources, policies, and activities which will lead to student success, student retention, accommodation of learning styles, and instructional effectiveness; be proactive in implementing the information competency goals of the college. Help create library instructional, promotional, and reference materials in electronic and print formats.
• Actively promote the use of library resources and services by assisting faculty in identifying, locating, acquiring, offering, and using library resources and services to support classroom instruction; be an effective liaison to all faculty and staff.
• Participate in the selection of Library materials within the general guidelines of collection development policy.
• Assist in the collection, analysis, and presentation of data to assess service and learning outcomes and support the attainment of college goals.  Assess and promote the use of appropriate technologies, resources, and materials for instructional and reference purposes.
• Help ensure the smooth operation and functioning of the library. Participate as a team player including ensuring all facilities problems are promptly reported through the facilities ticketing system, ensuring all computer or IT problems are promptly reported to IT through the help desk ticketing system. Cover the Circulation desk as needed, including when necessary, acting as mediator for disputes between library patrons and student workers.
• Reference assignments could involve assignment at any of the District's sites and could involve any combination of day and evening work, or online.
• Perform other tasks and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

South San Francisco - City of South San Francisco - Library Page (Homework Club Assistant) - Casual/Hourly Position

https://www.calopps.org/south-san-francisco/job-19509101

Salary

$15.00-$18.23 Hourly

Close Date

Until filled

DESCRIPTION

Applications are being accepted for the position of Library Page (Homework Club Assistant)- Casual/Hourly Position with the City of South San Francisco's Library Department.

The City of South San Francisco is a fully independent and highly commercialized full-service city with an estimated population of 65,710 growing to 100,000 during business hours. City departments include: Police; Fire; Parks & Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; Information Technology; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Human Resources; and Office of the City Manager. The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 400 full– and part-time employees. 

The Library Page position available is an hourly, non-benefited, temporary assignment which operates out of the Community Learning Center, a branch of the Library Department. The Community Learning Center (CLC) works with collaborative agencies to serve youth and families. In collaboration with other staff at the Community Learning Center, the Library Page, or Homework Club Assistant, will help with the children’s activities and projects, in the belief that each child, youth and adult brings strength, talents, and skills to the learning process.  The Homework Club operates five days a week from 2:00 – 6:00 pm and serves Title I schools in South San Francisco.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist 3rd to 5th graders in the completion of homework;

Work as part of collaborative team to support goals of the HWC and the Community Learning Center;

Assist with classroom management;

Develop and implement fun, interactive games and educational activities;

Co-lead classroom activities in the areas of math, reading, writing, and art;

Support educational activities during Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math programming; and

Use open communication and active listening with children and adults.

IDEAL CANDIDATE:

The ideal candidate is punctual; possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills; can work independently or as part of a team; is successful at understanding and carrying out verbal and written directions; and is skilled in interacting effectively with the public.

QUALIFICATIONS

At least one year experience working with children

Must be 16 years or older (A work permit is required through age 17. Applications can be obtained from public high school Counseling Offices).

Applicants being considered for employment must be able to furnish proof of legal right to work in the U.S.

For additional information regarding this position, please contact Karla Molina Bourdon, Library Program Manager - Literacy Services bourdon@plsinfo.org  / 650.829.3870.

South San Francisco - City of South San Francisco - Library Clerk (Homework Club Lead Assistant) - Casual/Hourly Position

https://www.calopps.org/south-san-francisco/job-19509431

Salary

$17.61-$21.41 Hourly

Close Date

Until filled

DESCRIPTION

Applications are being accepted for the position of Library Clerk (Homework Club Lead Assistant)- Casual/Hourly Position with the City of South San Francisco's Library Department.

The City of South San Francisco is a fully independent and highly commercialized full-service city with an estimated population of 65,710 growing to 100,000 during business hours. City departments include: Police; Fire; Parks & Recreation; Public Works; Economic and Community Development; Information Technology; City Attorney; Library; Finance; Human Resources; and Office of the City Manager. The City has a Council-City Manager form of government with more than 400 full– and part-time employees.

The Library Clerk position available is an hourly, non-benefited, temporary assignment which operates out of the Community Learning Center, a branch of the Library Department. The Community Learning Center (CLC) works with collaborative agencies to serve youth and families. In collaboration with other staff at the Community Learning Center, the Library Clerk, or Homework Club Lead Assistant, will help with the children’s activities and projects, in the belief that each child, youth and adult brings strength, talents, and skills to the learning process.  The Homework Club operates five days a week from 2:00 – 6:00 pm and serves Title I schools in South San Francisco.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Leads activities that focus on reading, writing and math skill development with the use of computers, educational games and creative group projects.
Fosters confidence, self-esteem and the love of learning in children.
Assists in the computer lab with Internet use, word processing, and computer software.
Supervises volunteers.
Leads craft activities and games.
Facilitates learning and works together with other assistants as part of a team.
Must learn and implement the goals and philosophy of the Community Learning Center.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills; can be a team leader and accept guidance from supervising staff; is highly organized; can integrate computers as a learning tool; possesses knowledge of strategies for motivating children in a creative learning process; and has experience integrating and supervising volunteers.

QUALIFICATIONS 

One year minimum of teaching related experience
High School Diploma or the equivalent
Applicants being considered for employment must be able to furnish proof of legal right to work in the U.S.


For additional information regarding this position, please contact Karla Molina Bourdon, Library Program Manager - Literacy Services bourdon@plsinfo.org  / 650.829.3870.

Valley Springs - Valley Springs Branch Library - Library Branch Assistant

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/calaverascounty/jobs/2627997/library-branch-assistant-valley-springs

Salary

Part Time Regular 49% or less - no benefits - $13.18 - $16.00 Hourly

Close Date

Not Listed

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Library Branch Assistant (Valley Springs) description image

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated library branch assistant to develop programming and work with children & families in the Valley Springs community and elementary school.

Schedule:  Monday 11-5 / Tuesday-Thursday 1-5

Under direction, to perform paraprofessional library work and general clerical work; and do related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:

• This position is considered to be paraprofessional, and is expected to perform duties per established policies and procedures under the close supervision of the County Librarian.
• Example of Duties
• Performs general support work to ensure the continued operation of the county branch libraries.
• Operates the library circulation desk, including scheduling staff and volunteers.
• Registering new library users and explaining library policies and procedures.
• Assists library users in selecting and locating books and materials and providing assistance to answer research questions.
• Assists in the set-up and maintenance of library exhibits including bulletin boards, exhibition cases and wall displays.
• Prepares signage, posters, and banners.
• Receives and accounts for all fees, fines and donations.
• Shelves books.
• Works with library users, volunteers and community members regarding library activities.
• Maintains statistics and prepares reports on a variety of library activities.
• Minimum Qualifications
• Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department Motor Vehicles may be required.

Knowledge of:

General library functions; library terminology; common office methodologies.

Ability to:

Learn and perform library clerical work with speed and accuracy; understand and follow oral and written instructions; do routine reference work and assist patrons in the selection and location of library materials; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public; properly and effectively perform general public relations work; maintain accurate records.

Education, Training, and Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from high school and one year of general clerical experience; demonstrated understanding of library functions is required. Completion of thirty (30) semester units of college course work may be substituted for up to 3 months of the required clerical experience.

Special Requirements.

Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department Motor Vehicles may be required.

Mokelumne Hill - Mokelumne Branch Library - Library Branch Assistant

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/calaverascounty/jobs/2588672/library-branch-assistant-mokelumne-hill

Salary

Part Time Regular 49% or less - no benefits - $12,336.48 - $14,976.00 Annually

Close Date

Not listed

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The County of Calaveras Library Department is seeking a part-time Library Branch Assistant to join their amazing team. The incumbent will, under direction, perform paraprofessional library work and general clerical work; and do related duties as required.

The schedule for this position will be Monday 8:00am to 5:00pm, with 3 hours (8 am – 11 am) being worked at the San Andreas Central Library location and 4 hours (1 pm – 5 pm) being worked at the Copperopolis branch location.  Friday and Saturday hours are 11:00 am to 4:00 pm all of which are worked at the Murphy's library branch location. This position is a total of 18 hours weekly. 

Under direction, to perform paraprofessional library work and general clerical work; and do related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This position is considered to be paraprofessional, and is expected to perform duties per established policies and procedures under the close supervision of the County Librarian.

Example of Duties

• Performs general support work to ensure the continued operation of the county branch libraries.
• Operates the library circulation desk, including scheduling staff and volunteers.
• Registering new library users and explaining library policies and procedures.
• Assists library users in selecting and locating books and materials and providing assistance to answer research questions.
• Assists in the set-up and maintenance of library exhibits including bulletin boards, exhibition cases and wall displays.
• Prepares signage, posters, and banners.
• Receives and accounts for all fees, fines and donations.
• Shelves books.
• Works with library users, volunteers and community members regarding library activities.
• Maintains statistics and prepares reports on a variety of library activities.
• Minimum Qualifications
• Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department Motor Vehicles may be required.

Knowledge of:

General library functions; library terminology; common office methodologies.

Ability to:

Learn and perform library clerical work with speed and accuracy; understand and follow oral and written instructions; do routine reference work and assist patrons in the selection and location of library materials; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public; properly and effectively perform general public relations work; maintain accurate records.

Education, Training and Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from high school and one year of general clerical experience; demonstrated understanding of library functions is required. Completion of thirty (30) semester units of college course work may be substituted for up to 3 months of the required clerical experience.

Special Requirements

Licenses, Certificates, or Registrations:

Possession of a valid California driver's license.

Copperopolis - Copperopolis Branch Library - Library Branch Assistant

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/calaverascounty/jobs/2588685/library-branch-assistant-copperopolis

Salary

Part Time Regular 49% or less - no benefits - $12,336.48 - $14,976.00 Annually

Close Date

Not listed

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under direction, to perform paraprofessional library work and general clerical work; and do related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

• This position is considered to be paraprofessional, and is expected to perform duties per established policies and procedures under the close supervision of the County Librarian.
• Example of Duties
• Performs general support work to ensure the continued operation of the county branch libraries.
• Operates the library circulation desk, including scheduling staff and volunteers.
• Registering new library users and explaining library policies and procedures.
• Assists library users in selecting and locating books and materials and providing assistance to answer research questions.
• Assists in the set-up and maintenance of library exhibits including bulletin boards, exhibition cases and wall displays.
• Prepares signage, posters, and banners.
• Receives and accounts for all fees, fines and donations.
• Shelves books.
• Works with library users, volunteers and community members regarding library activities.
• Maintains statistics and prepares reports on a variety of library activities.
• Minimum Qualifications
• Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department Motor Vehicles may be required.

Knowledge of:

General library functions; library terminology; common office methodologies.

Ability to:

Learn and perform library clerical work with speed and accuracy; understand and follow oral and written instructions; do routine reference work and assist patrons in the selection and location of library materials; establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the general public; properly and effectively perform general public relations work; maintain accurate records.

Education, Training, and Experience:

Equivalent to graduation from high school and one year of general clerical experience; demonstrated understanding of library functions is required. Completion of thirty (30) semester units of college course work may be substituted for up to 3 months of the required clerical experience.
Special Requirements

Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department Motor Vehicles may be required.

Chula Vista - Southwestern College - Librarian

https://jobs.swccd.edu/postings/2977

Salary

Initial placement - $58,101.00-$87,423.00 per year

Close Date

11:59 p.m. on Friday, January 10, 2020

JOB SUMMARY

Southwestern Community College District (SCCD) is seeking a full-time, tenure track, equity-focused faculty member committed to serving its culturally diverse student population.

Southwestern Community College District seeks faculty who will foster an inclusive learning environment through equity-minded teaching, leadership, and service to students working toward goals of university transfer, associate degree and certificate completion, employment advancement, and personal growth.

THE COLLEGE

Southwestern Community College District is a single college district providing higher education in Chula Vista, San Ysidro, Otay Mesa, National City and Coronado. SCCD’s strategic south San Diego County locations position the College to provide exceptional service to a binational community on the U.S.-Mexico International Border. SCCD is one of 20 initial California Guided Pathways colleges and is known for its excellent learning communities. As a designated Hispanic Serving Institution, the College values equity, inclusion, and culturally responsive andragogy for all students.

The College is dedicated to providing quality academic programs, comprehensive student support services that ensure equitable access, and clear pathways to student success. These efforts include professional development opportunities, employee-led affinity groups, proud commitment to DACA students, and supportive employee onboarding practices.

OUR STUDENTS

Southwestern Community College District currently enrolls approximately 28,000 students annually. SCCD is comprised of 69% Hispanic students, 10% Caucasian students, 8% Filipino students, 5% African American students, and 3% Asian students. Approximately 63% of the College’s students are under the age of 24 with 23% between the ages 25-39. Our students’ gender demographics are represented by 55% female and 44% male.

OUR VALUES

We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, academic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. We seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits diversity brings to a professional educational community. Successful candidates will be expected to exhibit responsiveness and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, cultural, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, religious, and ethnic and racial backgrounds of community college students and employees, and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment. An equity-minded individual is a person who already does or has demonstrated the desire to:

1. Critically self-assess their individual impact, through teaching practices and student engagement, on closing equity gaps and holds themselves accountable to upholding and delivering equitable practices.
2. Reframe deficit language and take individual and collective responsibility to look at their own practices as a vehicle to eliminate inequities.
3. Encourage positive race-consciousness and embrace human differences.
4. Strategically encourage and build buy-in and participation among colleagues for equity efforts.
Southwestern Community College District seeks faculty who value mentorship and working in a collegial, collaborative environment, guided by a commitment to helping all students achieve their educational goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Under the direction of the Dean of Instructional Support Services and in collaboration with the Library Department Chair, the librarians are responsible for providing services such as reference, instruction, collection development, technical services, and outreach.

Knowledge & Abilities:

1. Subject matter preparation:
a. Experience in teaching general education/non-major, general information competence.
b. Experience developing and teaching inquiry and research based labs.

2. Evidence of outstanding ability as a faculty member
a. Understanding of, the role and purpose of the community college.
b. Ability to evaluate one’s andragogy and its effectiveness in facilitating student learning.
c. Ability to use teaching methods that engage racially, ethnically, academically, and culturally diverse students; promote critical thinking and emphasize cooperation and collaboration.
d. Sensitivity to, and respect for a rich and diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities.
e. Commitment to collegiality and collaboration by working as a team with faculty and staff enhancing instruction, curriculum, and student success; as well as in the planning of class schedules and teaching rotations.
f. Knowledge and practice of culturally responsive pedagogy and andragogy that supports student-centered, self-reflective, and student-capable approaches which includes a wide range of institutional delivery systems.
g. Ability to teach online courses effectively.
h. Commitment to professional responsibilities and associations outside of the classroom through contributions to the department, division and college activities.

Education & Experience:

Minimum Qualifications (Faculty and Academic Administrator Positions Only)
Master’s Degree in Library Science, or Library and Information Science
OR
the equivalent
OR
a valid California Community College Instructor Credential in Library Science.

Desired Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will demonstrate the following desired qualifications:
1. Commitment and success working in a diverse and multicultural community.
2. Experience and expertise in culturally responsive teaching in the discipline.
3. Experience and ability to address equity gaps within the discipline in the classroom.
4. Knowledge of what is means to work in a designated Hispanic-Serving Institution in regards to institutional, department and instructional practices.
5. Master’s degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited school.
6. Experience in general areas of librarianship such as reference, and public services, instruction, outreach, and collection development.
7. Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with students, faculty, staff and administrators.
8. Ability to work collaboratively with all librarians and staff.
9. Ability to be flexible with work assignments and scheduling.
10. Experience working with and assisting in the use of integrated library systems and academic electronic library resources.
11. Knowledge of or experience in the management or coordination of academic electronic library resources.
12. Knowledge of current teaching pedagogies and experience designing and implementing active learning activities.
13. Experience or interest in developing programs and materials to support the needs of students including first-year experience, first-generation, distance learners, and disproportionately impacted groups.
14. Familiarity with SB 1359 and the role of the library in Open Education Resources (OER)
15. Experience or interest in promoting libraries through social media, integrating library resources in learning management platforms, and creating media and resources to facilitate library access.
16. Familiarity using technology in the teaching environment, including course management systems such as Canvas.
17. Bilingual English/Spanish.

Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and respect for a rich and diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds, and those with disabilities. Experience working in a community with a similar diversity pattern as is found in the service area for Southwestern College is desirable.

Licenses and Other Requirements:

A short teaching demonstration may be required of those invited for an interview.

San Leandro - City of San Leandro - Senior Library Assistant

https://www.sanleandro.org/depts/hr/employment_opportunities/currempopps.asp

Salary

$26.00 - $31.62 Hourly

Close Date

Continuous

Position Definition: 

Senior Library Assistant at a Branch Library: Performs a variety of clerical and technical duties including paraprofessional library work; supervises a branch library or coordinates a major function at the main library such as circulation, customer service, technical processing and performs related work as required.

The Senior Library Assistant at the Museum:  Manages and implements the San Leandro History Museum's programs for school-aged students, focusing on 3rd and 4th grade California. Each program consists of a reader's theater performance, tour and hands-on station activities.
Leads the full-day, hands-on school tour programs as the primary staff person; work with other staff including the Curator, volunteers and library staff to create field trip schedules and to develop and implement additional programs at the Museum for children and adults; prep and clean-up for each tour; communicate with local schools (scheduling field trips, field trip prep, payments, general pre-tour communication); yearly review of program - edits and updates of all written program materials; develop additional curriculum as needed.

It's a wonderful opportunity to work with students on a part-time basis and have an impact teaching about local Bay Area history and culture. The programs offered are hands-on, creative, energetic and inspiring.

Supervision Exercised and Received:  

Provides lead direction to assigned staff and volunteers.  Receives general supervision from assigned management and/or supervisory staff.

 Duties and Responsibilities:

The functions of the classification may include, but are not limited to, the functions below and are subject to changes in operational necessity.

Schedules, assigns work to, and oversees part-time and full-time paraprofessional staff  and volunteers;

Provides reference and information assistance to library patrons; locates books and other materials; instructs and assists patrons in locating information and materials utilizing a variety of media including the Internet;

Interacts with and serves the needs of patrons, provides directional information, renders circulation services, receives complaints related to circulation and determines appropriate action to remedy complaints; oversees circulation function, including cash drawer preparation;

Promotes interest in library programs through publicity, bulletin board displays, program brochures, cooperation with various community groups, and public contacts; speaks before citizen groups, students and other business and civic organizations, conducts library tours;

Supports educational programs and activities for the San Leandro History Museum including development and implementation of elementary school tours and programs;

Responsible for and participates in library activities, programs and services;

Follows all safety rules and protocols included in the Injury and Illness Prevention Program; takes appropriate action as required to identify and correct safety hazards and report safety concerns to his/her supervisor;

Performs required duties under the City's disaster response plan;

Determines charges to be made for damaged materials, collects fees and fines; prepares weekly branch deposit(s);

Supports all activities and services for a busy, neighborhood branch library;

Makes recommendations to the librarian for library materials; determines need and orders materials and supplies for branch library; initiates payment vouchers for review; reconciles library books and media accounts; compiles branch statistics and makes branch deposits;

May be required to set-up meeting rooms;

Surveys library for cleanliness and safety; contacts appropriate departments to correct/resolve issues; and

Provides coverage for Circulation Supervisor in their absence or as otherwise needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Knowledge of:

Thorough knowledge of modern library practices, procedures, terminology, and materials;
Office methods and equipment;

Standard English usage including spelling, grammar, and punctuation; and

Basic arithmetic.

Ability to:

Perform difficult library clerical tasks with speed and accuracy;

Provide input related to supervision and training of subordinate personnel;

Work in a fair, tactful and courteous manner with a multi-cultural public, departmental and City personnel;

Plan and implement programs;

Use library computer files and tools to locate information and materials;

Multi-task between ongoing job functions and interaction with public/patrons;

Solve problems in a non-confrontational manner;

Follow oral and written directions;

Prepare publication-ready written materials for newsletters and brochures;

Train and lead subordinate personnel and volunteers in accomplishing program objectives; and

Use appropriate office, library and computer equipment and applications.

Education:  

High school diploma or certified equivalent (GED).

Experience: 

Two years of responsible library clerical and technical experience including lead or supervisory duties.

Licenses/certifications/other requirements:  

Must be willing to work such hours as are necessary to accomplish the job requirements; travel to various branch locations.  Classification requires the possession and continued maintenance of a valid class "C" California driver's license.

Conditions of Work: 

During the course of performing the functions of this position, the employee may encounter the following conditions:

Working indoors, working outdoors, dust, computer monitor use, solvents, grease, oil, working alone or with other individuals.

Pasadena - Pasadena City College - Library Technician IV

http://archive.pasadena.edu/hr/jobs/classified/Library%20Technician%20IV.1.pdf

Salary

Monthly Salary Range: $ 3,892.31 – $ 4,967.68

Close Date

Friday, December 13, 2019 by 5 pm

SUMMARY

We are looking for candidates who have the desire and ability to create a welcoming work environment that positively

engages and impacts our diverse workforce and student population. Our goal is to create an inclusive working environment

of collaboration, transparency, support, and shared leadership among all constituency groups: faculty, staff, administration,

and students. We are looking for candidates who share the District’s vision and willingness to ensure equal employment

opportunity, will assist in creating an environment that is welcoming to all, and that will foster diversity and promote
excellence.

DEFINITION

Under the general supervision of a manager, plans, organizes, and coordinates technically complex duties requiring a
comprehensive understanding of library principles, practices and procedures.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Trains and provides work direction to assigned personnel in departmental work procedures; prioritizes and assigns work and
ensures its timely and accurate completion.
• Selects, trains, supervises and provides work direction to student or college assistants.
• Monitors, adjusts, balances and maintains day-to-day library operation of assigned area.
• Researches and recommends improvements to provide timely and more efficient use of resources.
• Assists with initiating, planning and developing library projects in assigned area.
• Provides training and technical support to college faculty
and staff in area of expertise.
• Intervenes and resolves problems related to specific
assigned library area.
• Compiles, organizes, researches and verifies information
for various records, reports, and statistics.
• Monitors, orders and maintains supplies requires for
execution of duties in assigned area.
• Operates office equipment, including computers, copiers
and media equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE OF

• Rules and policies of a technical services or public services
department;
• Descriptive and subject cataloging principles, AACR II, and
OCLC operations; and
• PC operating systems and Microsoft Office applications
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access).
ABILITY TO
• Communicate effectively both in writing and speech;
• Compile and maintain records and reports; and
• Work in a multi-ethnic environment.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Any combination of training and experience that would
provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is
qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required qualifications
would be:
Any combination equivalent to graduation from high school
and five years of experience in library technical services or
public services functions including automated cataloging
systems. An Associate’s degree may be substituted for two
years of experience.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate’s degree in the Library Technician Program
• Possession of a Library Technology Certificate
• Two years of experience in a lead role

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must possess mobility to work in a standard office setting
and use standard office equipment, including a computer;
to operate a motor vehicle and to visit various District and
meeting sites; vision to read printed materials and a computer
screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person,
before groups, and over the telephone. This is primarily a
sedentary office classification although standing and walking
between work areas may be required. Finger dexterity is
needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer
keyboard, typewriter keyboard, or calculator and to operate
standard office equipment. Positions in this classification
occasionally bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, and pull
drawers open and closed to retrieve and file information.
Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and
pull materials and objects up to 25 pounds with the use of
proper equipment.

ENVIRONMENTAL ELEMENTS

Employees work in an office environment with moderate
noise levels, controlled temperature conditions, and no
direct exposure to hazardous physical substances. Employees
may interact with upset staff and/or public and private
representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental
policies and procedures.

Napa - Napa Valley College - Part-time, hourly Librarian

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/napavalley/jobs/1980735/part-time-hourly-librarian

Salary

$61.16 - $77.38 Hourly

Close Date

Not listed

DESCRIPTION

Napa Valley College is soliciting applications for part-time, hourly Librarians.  The starting salary range is $61.16-$66.15/classroom hour, with future steps up to $77.38/classroom hour.  Placement is based on verified previous college teaching, librarian or counseling experience.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree in library science, or library and information science,

OR the equivalent.

San Jose - County of Santa Clara - Community Librarian

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/santaclara/jobs/2616502/community-librarian

Salary

$110,466.72 - $134,276.48 Annually

Close Date

12/18/2019 11:59 PM Pacific

Description

Under direction, to plan, organize, direct and control activities and operations of a Community Library in one of the cities served by the Santa Clara County Library System.

Typical Tasks

• Plans, organizes and directs the activities of the community library;
• Analyzes diverse and changing community interests and acts to ensure that all library collections and services are relevant, current and easily accessible to the community;
• Formulates short term and long range plans for library services in diverse communities;
• Analyzes library use and staffing and evaluates library services to ensure best use of resources;
• Initiates changes in collections, services and physical organization of the library's interior to meet evolving community needs;
• Develops and enhances library services based on individual community needs and current technology;
• Establishes, interprets and implements policies and procedures for the community library staff and patrons;
• Directs and coordinates a large, diverse staff, which include, management, professional and clerical employees;
• Selects, trains and evaluates supervisors of professional and clerical staff;
• Utilizes effective management and supervision techniques, develops goals and standards for, and participates in the training of library staff;
• Researches, gathers and analyzes information; prepares various reports;
• Represents, participates and provides input regarding the Community Library at various meetings;
• Manages and implements building security in coordination with local public safety agencies; Oversees building maintenance;
• Advises and consults with outside library fundraising groups in their budgeting process;
• Creates grant proposals and directs the implementation of grants received;
• Serves as the Community Library contact to vendors and contractors for library renovation or new construction, including needs assessment, building program, design development documents and plan checks;
• Prepares and makes presentations to local service and community groups regarding library services;
• Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with government agencies and services as the library contact for City and County departments and outside agencies;
• Conducts regular meetings with Library supervisors to ensure effective communication and community service;
• Analyzes County Library budget to determine annual personnel, materials and facilities allocated and monitors expenditures;
• Prepares and submits annual budget estimates;
• Participates in professional organizations, including professional conferences and workshops;
• Keeps apprised of current issues and trends in libraries, management and technology;
• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required;
• Performs related duties as required.

Employment Standards

Possession of a Master's Degree in Library Science from a school of librarianship accredited by the American Library Association or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Possession of a valid California driver's license prior to appointment and the ability to qualify for and maintain a County Driver's Permit.

And

Minimum of three (3) years of professional library experience in a capacity comparable to a Supervising Librarian in Santa Clara County and possession of following knowledge and abilities:

Knowledge of:

• Principles of effective personnel management and training and customer services techniques;
• Principles and techniques involved in the operation and administration of library programs, collections and services and their relation to community needs;
• Library methods, procedures, and technology;
• Tools and techniques for assessing community needs;
• Ethical management of intellectual freedom as it pertains to community libraries;
• Content and development of a balanced library collection, including print, media and electronic books, internet access and emerging technologies, effective methods to recognize and respond to the cultural diversity of the community.

Ability to:

• Formulate and implement effective and efficient library policies and procedures;
• Effectively manage, train, develop and motivate professional and non-professional staff;
• Organize and manage the day-to-day operations of a community library;
• Advise and instruct patrons in the use of library facilities; interact effectively with people of diverse backgrounds;
• Resolve and/or answer difficult policy, procedural or reference questions; analyze community needs and recommend specific plans for modifying or extending library services;
• Logically define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions;
• Consult and advise executive management on the activities and status of assigned Community Library;
• Develop short and long range budget plans that reflect the Community Library needs;
• Write and speak effectively;
• Prepare and review reports;
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships

Stanford - Stanford University - Assistant Rare Map Librarian

https://careersearch.stanford.edu/jobs/assistant-rare-map-librarian-8297

Salary

Not listed

Close Date

Not listed

JOB PURPOSE

The David Rumsey Map Center (The Center) and Stanford Libraries is seeking a three-fourth time Assistant Rare Map Librarian to provide outreach and manage projects related to the Center. The Center’s collections include the David Rumsey Map Collection, Maps of Africa, Glen McLaughlin’s collection of Maps of California as an Island, and other historic maps and atlases. The Center is a world class facility that collocates physical items and their digital surrogates allowing researchers to display and interrogate them in multiple ways adding unique value to the scholarship of cartographic material. The Center boasts large high resolution video walls, a touch screen and Oculus rifts as well and a flexible space to support its programs and has one of the highest number of maps available online in high resolution in the world. In addition to being a teaching and event space, the Center has large areas to display maps and atlases in which two map related exhibitions are mounted a year. The Center is deeply engaged in collecting, cataloging, scanning, and providing access to the rare physical items and its digital collections in interesting and innovative ways.

The person in this public facing position will work closely with the Head of the Center to leverage its technology to teach classes and workshops, support research, and run the exhibition program at the Center. He or she will work with other geospatial and map staff to bring to light new and existing collections for use by scholars at Stanford and beyond. The incumbent will work closely with the Head to stay abreast of trends in cartographic information and will be a forward thinking, technologically savvy individual that is willing to partner with his or her colleagues to experiment with non-traditional ways of incorporating cartographic knowledge in the academy.

CORE DUTIES

● Teach classes, workshops, lead tours and/or give demonstrations of the Center’s resources.

● Create and develop bibliographic, reference and display tools such as topic guides and digital exhibits as assigned.

● Assist patrons and staff with reference and research inquiries by searching shelves, files and electronic resources including staffing the reference desk.

● Under the direction of the Head, and with the help of the Technology Specialist, design and run the physical and digital exhibition program.

● To participate, along with his or her colleagues, in looking beyond traditional fields of study to discover, experiment, prototype and bring to fruition new and innovative ways to incorporate cartographic information in scholarship.

● To continually seek out knowledge of new and emerging technology that could be adapted for leveraging cartographic information.

● Assist in the coordination and running of the Center’s events, including conferences.

● Act as the liaison between the Center and the Conservation Department to ensure a successful conservation program of the Center’s rare materials.

● To supervise hourly and student staff.

● Other projects as assigned by the Head.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education & Experience:

Advanced Degree in Library Science or advanced degree in a relevant academic discipline with demonstrated understanding of academic libraries or a combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

● Demonstrated background in outreach, teaching, or public service.

● Evidence of successful project management skills.

● Well versed in digital librarian skills and new technologies that can leverage the Center’s existing and future physical and digital resources.

● Knowledge of relevant aspects of library operations including understanding of contemporary library practices, trends and emerging technologies.

● High level of proficiency using PC-based applications (Windows and Mac, word processing, spreadsheets) and other computer applications (email, Internet, Integrated Library Systems, web authoring software); high level computer competency kept up to date through continuous learning.

● Excellent analytical and problem solving skills combined with attention to detail for complex, detail-oriented work.

● Evidence of independent work, as a team member, and across departmental boundaries in a fast-paced environment.

● Friendly, personable and willing to work directly with the public.

● Background working with maps or spatial data (desired).

● Knowledge of GIS software and applications and storytelling tools (desired).

● Experience and familiarity with best practices in the handling of rare materials (desired).

Physical Requirements*:

Constantly sit, perform desk-based computer tasks.

Frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat, grasps lightly/fine manipulation, grasp forcefully, sort/file paperwork or parts, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 10 pounds.

Occasionally stand/walk, reach/work above shoulders, writing by hand, kneel/crawl, climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other).

Rarely use a telephone, operate hand controls.

Must be able to push and maneuver a fully-loaded cart weighing up to 650 pounds that requires an initial push force up to 50 pounds.

* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to any employee with a disability who requires an accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Working Conditions:

May work in confined spaces and at heights 4-10 feet; be exposed to dust and mold; work extended hours, evenings and weekends.

Stockton - City of Stockton - Library Support Staff

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stockton/jobs/2506995/library-support-staff-part-time

Salary

$18.54 - $19.49 Hourly

Close Date

Subject to close upon department need

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Community Services Department is currently accepting applications for the position of Library Support Staff. This is a part-time position assigned to work at any of the Stockton- San Joaquin County Public Libraries. Library Support Staff will assist customers at the Information and Circulation desks, provide support for library programs serving all ages, and may help in the Literacy and Community Education section. 

Incumbents in this position are excluded from the Civil Service system and are unrepresented.

This position works part-time as a Library Support Staff on an "on-call" basis, working up to 19 1/2 hrs per week (hours may vary week to week), without benefits.

Prior to appointment, eligible candidates will be required to submit to and successfully pass a background investigation, which will include fingerprinting.

Under general supervision, performs a variety of tasks related to the delivery of library services support to the public; assignment may be at any of the Library's sites located throughout San Joaquin County; performs related work as assigned.  

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform routine library support services, including the circulation and retrieval of library materials, assisting patrons with accessing and use of library resources, and answering basic reference questions.  As increased knowledge and skill are achieved, assignments are carried out with greater independence within established guidelines.   

PRINCIPAL DUTIES (Illustrative Only)

• Performs basic public desk functions at library service desks and mobile points of service.
• Checks library materials in and out utilizing computerized systems; empties book drops; shelves materials.
• Provides routine clerical and technical support to ensure the timely delivery of information and materials to library patrons.
• Provides basic reference and reader's advisory assistance to the public.
• Assists patrons with the location and use of library resources and equipment.
• Explains library circulation policies and procedures to patrons and maintains accurate patron account information.
• Calculates and collects fines and other charges for overdue, lost, or damaged books; records and balances daily receipts.
• Troubleshoots basic hardware and software issues, including print management, microform, and photocopy machines.
• Issues and updates library cards.
• Renews materials and places holds on requested items.
• Trains patrons in the use of library catalog and available online resources.
• May assist with and perform library branch opening and closing duties.
• May assist with preparation and delivery of library programs and instruction.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Possession of 30 semester units/45 quarter units from an accredited college or university. Library experience is desirable.

Other Requirements:

• Must be willing to work evenings and weekends. 
• Must possess the physical characteristics to perform the critical and important duties of the job, including walking, reaching above head, bending to floor level, standing continuously without a break for two-hour periods, and lifting and carrying up to 30 pounds.
• Knowledge of:
• General municipal library services, organization, and functions;
• Basic public desk etiquette and customer services skills, as well as methods of providing information in a variety of situations with a diverse customer population;
• Basic business arithmetic;
• Basic office practices and procedure;
• Standard office equipment, including the use of computers and automation software; and
• Basic business English.
• Skill in:
• Performing paraprofessional search and retrieval work using a variety of technologies;
• Making accurate arithmetic computations to determine library overdue fees, cash balances, and related tasks;
• Answering questions and determining when to refer complex queries to full-time staff;
• Following oral and written directions while using sound judgment within established guidelines;
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships within a team environment;
• Dealing tactfully and effectively with a variety of individuals, including patrons, library staff, and the general public;
• Operating standard office equipment, including a typewriter, photocopier, fax, word processor, and/or other computer equipment; and
• Keyboarding, word processing, or entering data at a speed and accuracy level necessary for successful job performance.
• Physical/Mental Abilities:
• Mobility – Occasional sitting, walking, bending, squatting, climbing stairs, kneeling, crawling, and twisting;
• Lifting – Occasional lifting and carrying of 25 pounds or less;
• Vision – Ability to read fine and normal type size and detect color; ability to read and see visual display terminals; ability to read and produce printed material and information displayed on a visual display terminal;
• Hearing/Talking – Ability to detect specific noises, proper equipment operation; ability to understand what people are saying in normal conversation, over the telephone, and frequently over noise;
• Dexterity – Occasional typing, picking, pinching with either hand, simple and power grasping with either hand, pushing and pulling with either hand, reaching; fine manipulation with either hand; and repetitive use of hands;
• Special Requirements – Must be able to work occasional evening, nights, and weekends; and occasional driving;
• Emotional/Psychological – Must be able to concentrate, make decisions, work with the public, exercise sound judgment, handle stressful situations, and work alone;
• Environmental Conditions – Occasional to frequent exposure to noise, occasional to moderate risk of exposure to hazardous materials (e.g., dirt, dust, gas, smoke, fumes, and poor ventilation), indoor cold/heat; and
• Working Conditions – Must be able to work in an office environment, primarily quiet.