City of Sunnyvale, CA
Part Time, Librarian - Technology Services Job at City of Sunnyvale, CA in Sunny
City of Sunnyvale, CA, Sunnyvale, CA, United States, 94086
Salary: $42.41 - $54.13 Hourly
Location : Sunnyvale, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 24-00230
Department: Library and Recreation Services
Division: Cataloging/Processing
Opening Date: 12/09/2024
Closing Date: 1/7/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
PART-TIME LIBRARIAN - TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
Regular Part-Time Employment Opportunity
The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and patron-oriented Part-Time Librarian to assist with Technology Services initiatives at the Sunnyvale Public Library. This includes leading, planning, implementing, and supporting library technology with the goal of enhancing discovery and access. The ideal candidate will assist in maintaining the Integrated Library System, online public access catalog, automated materials handling system and other electronic resources to support diverse and changing community needs.
The ideal candidate will be an energetic and highly motivated individual with excellent customer service, technical, and problem-solving skills. The ability to communicate effectively and courteously with patrons, staff, and vendors are also important for this position. In addition, the candidate should have an interest in learning new technologies and awareness of library trends that will help optimize the user experience at the library.
The Technology Services Librarian works under the direction of the Supervising Librarian and other management staff in a team-oriented and forward-thinking environment.
Under general supervision, performs a full range of professional library duties in support of assigned functions; and performs other duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This classification provides professional library services. It is distinguished from the next higher classification of Supervising Librarian, which is responsible for planning, supervising and coordinating public library services for a program area. Incumbents in this classification may be assigned to any division within the department.
Essential Job Functions
(May include, but are not limited to, the following):
If assigned to Technical Services:
If assigned to Technology Services:
WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written reports and work-related documents. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.
Minimum Qualifications
Education & Experience:
The minimum qualification for education and experience can be met in the following way:
A Masters degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited program.
Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
Willingness to:
Work shifts, nights, weekends and holidays.
License/Certificates:
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record or the ability to supply alternative transportation as approved by the hiring authority.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Application and Selection Process
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources no later than Tuesday, January 7, 2025, by 5:00 pm (postmarks or faxes are not accepted).
Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on City jobs. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
EXAM PROCESS
Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position.Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the oral examination process scheduled for Monday, January 27, 2025. (Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources).
SELECTION PROCESS
Those candidates that receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Top candidates on the eligibility list will be invited to participate in an in-person selection interview with the department tentatively scheduled the week of February 10, 2025. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.
INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION
Any successful candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e., copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credential evaluation service at the candidate's expense. Candidates may utilize any third-party agency for the evaluation. If you search 'education equivalency verification' or similar online, you will obtain results for agencies that provide this evaluation service. A conditional job offer cannot be made until the education has been evaluated and submitted to the Department of Human Resources.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Part time positions in this job classification are represented by the Service Employees International Union, Local 521 (SEIU).
The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application.
Summary of Sunnyvale's Employees Association (For Full Time Positions)
Summary of Service Employees International Union, Local 521 (For Part Time Positions)
01
Instructions for completing the supplemental questionnaire:
This supplemental questionnaire will be a primary tool in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. The supplemental information that you provide will be evaluated along with your completed application. Please limit your response to one page per question. In answering the question(s), be as specific as you can. Some questions may include multiple parts (i.e., (a), (b), (c), (d), etc.). Please make sure to address each part of each question in the supplemental questionnaire below.
Please be advised that you will be 'timed out' of this page after 30 minutes. Therefore, it is best to copy the supplemental questions that require text answers from this page into a document that you can save on your computer, produce your responses in that document, and then copy and paste the responses into the space provided below. Additionally, please save your work continuously.
The completed application and responses to supplemental questions constitute an examination. Note: qualifying experience must be reflected on the education, work experience, Certificates/Licenses section of the job application form. Please note the information provided in the supplemental question will not be accepted in lieu of completing the work experience section of the application.
Resumes may be attached, but they will not be accepted in lieu of completing the work experience section of the application or the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be used to further identify those applicants who are best qualified to continue in the selection process for this position.
Your responses to the questions that require you to detail your background and experience should include the following information:*
Additionally, I certify that I have completed the following supplemental questionnaire on my own; the answers accurately reflect my training, education and experience; and, I understand that my responses are subject to verification.
02
This position requires possession of a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited program. Do you currently possess a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited program?
03
Briefly describe your educational and professional background experience. Emphasize any technology experience especially in relation to maintaining and supporting an online database, catalog, websites, or other technology resources. If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A below.
04
Describe your methods for staying current with new software and hardware solutions, library services related to technology, or other technology trends. Describe your experience with recommending new services based on trends and new technology solutions. If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A below.
05
Describe your experience with maintaining and troubleshooting technology. Include your experience working with patrons, staff, centralized IT department staff, and coordinating with vendors and ticketing for problem resolution? If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A below.
06
Describe a technology-related project you led, including any challenges you faced and how you resolved them. What were the outcomes? If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A below.
07
This position requires regular weekday, evening and weekend shifts. Are you willing and able to work these shifts?
Required Question
Location : Sunnyvale, CA
Job Type: Part-Time
Job Number: 24-00230
Department: Library and Recreation Services
Division: Cataloging/Processing
Opening Date: 12/09/2024
Closing Date: 1/7/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Description
PART-TIME LIBRARIAN - TECHNOLOGY SERVICES
Regular Part-Time Employment Opportunity
The City of Sunnyvale is seeking a dynamic, collaborative, and patron-oriented Part-Time Librarian to assist with Technology Services initiatives at the Sunnyvale Public Library. This includes leading, planning, implementing, and supporting library technology with the goal of enhancing discovery and access. The ideal candidate will assist in maintaining the Integrated Library System, online public access catalog, automated materials handling system and other electronic resources to support diverse and changing community needs.
The ideal candidate will be an energetic and highly motivated individual with excellent customer service, technical, and problem-solving skills. The ability to communicate effectively and courteously with patrons, staff, and vendors are also important for this position. In addition, the candidate should have an interest in learning new technologies and awareness of library trends that will help optimize the user experience at the library.
The Technology Services Librarian works under the direction of the Supervising Librarian and other management staff in a team-oriented and forward-thinking environment.
Under general supervision, performs a full range of professional library duties in support of assigned functions; and performs other duties as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This classification provides professional library services. It is distinguished from the next higher classification of Supervising Librarian, which is responsible for planning, supervising and coordinating public library services for a program area. Incumbents in this classification may be assigned to any division within the department.
Essential Job Functions
(May include, but are not limited to, the following):
- Provides information, reference and reader's advisory services.
- Interprets and implements library policies, procedures and resources.
- Assists patrons in locating, selecting and using materials, and in answering a wide variety of questions.
- Participates in collection development activities, including selection, evaluation, merchandising and de-selection that meet the needs of the community.
- Participates in professional meetings, organizations, committees and workshops as resources permit.
- Participates in assigned library projects.
- Trains and directs the work of other library personnel.
- Seeks, writes and administers grant programs and other special projects.
- Maintains library materials and information on various databases.
- Writes reports and correspondence; may oversee the maintenance and/or preparation of various files and records.
- Acts as manager in absence of library managers.
If assigned to Technical Services:
- Catalogues books and non-book materials using Machine Readable Cataloging (MARC) formatting in accordance with Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR), latest edition.
- Maintains a current library catalog.
If assigned to Technology Services:
- Troubleshoot Library hardware and software including technology support for library programming (virtual programming and audio/video support).
- Maintains and supports loanable devices and equipment used both in the library and circulated for public use.
- Maintains and supports the Library webpage, Library catalog, online databases, and other technology resources.
- Maintains and supports the Library's Integrated Library System including preparing data for uploads, troubleshooting issues, permission and settings audits/controls, and assisting staff
- Promotes and trains library staff and the public on new technologies.
- Assists with standard operating procedures, workflows, and a sustainable approach to technology use in library services.
- Identifies ways of using technology to serve customers inside and outside library facilities, makes recommendations to improve library service delivery.
- Prepares and maintains statistical reports and analysis of system usage including library catalog, website, and third-party products from library vendors.
- Communicates regularly with City IT and library vendors to submit technology support requests and understand technology product features.
- Assists with technology implementations to ensure successful deployment and adoption of new technologies.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Position requires prolonged sitting, standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting and stooping in the performance of daily activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement and fine coordination in using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision in reading written reports and work-related documents. Acute hearing is required when providing phone and personal service. The need to lift, drag and push files, paper and documents weighing up to 25 pounds is also required. Some of these requirements may be accommodated for otherwise qualified individuals requiring and requesting such accommodation.
Minimum Qualifications
Education & Experience:
The minimum qualification for education and experience can be met in the following way:
A Masters degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited program.
Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Current practices, procedures and technologies used in professional library work.
- On-line data searching and other automated technologies used to access information.
- Book and non-book materials, reference resources, cataloging and classification plans and bibliographic utilities.
Some assignments may need a basic understanding or familiarity with: - Basic personal computer hardware and peripherals.
- Third party vendor online resources, web site development and associated computer applications, database maintenance and support of an integrated library system.
- Online social networking applications.
- Contemporary computer languages and application programming interfaces.
Ability to:
- Carry out specific functions of the library system.
- Convey technical and resource information; advise and instruct library patrons in the use of library services and materials.
- Remain current and be aware of potential future technologies applicable to library services.
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
- Communicate clearly, accurately, and concisely both orally and in writing.
- Plan and present material to diverse groups.
- Read and interpret complex technical documents and instructions.
- Develop innovative approaches to diverse library issues.
- Direct the activities of subordinate staff.
- Maintain accurate and orderly records.
- Work effectively as part of a group.
- Deal tactfully and effectively with the public and other City employees.
- Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner.
Willingness to:
Work shifts, nights, weekends and holidays.
License/Certificates:
Possession and continued maintenance of a valid class C California driver's license and a safe driving record or the ability to supply alternative transportation as approved by the hiring authority.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to speak other languages that represent the demographics of the community.
Application and Selection Process
If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit a City of Sunnyvale employment application and responses to the supplemental questions to the Department of Human Resources no later than Tuesday, January 7, 2025, by 5:00 pm (postmarks or faxes are not accepted).
Candidates are asked to fully describe any training, education, experience or skills relevant to this position. Electronic applications may be submitted on-line through the City's employment page at Sunnyvale.ca.gov and click on City jobs. Late or incomplete applications will not be accepted.
EXAM PROCESS
Applications will be competitively screened based on the minimum qualifications of this position.Based upon a review of the application materials, the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the oral examination process scheduled for Monday, January 27, 2025. (Note: The examination process may be changed as deemed necessary by the Director of Human Resources).
SELECTION PROCESS
Those candidates that receive a passing score on the examination will be placed on an eligibility list for up to one year, in accordance with the City's Civil Service Rules and Administrative Policies. Top candidates on the eligibility list will be invited to participate in an in-person selection interview with the department tentatively scheduled the week of February 10, 2025. Any candidate that is selected by the hiring department will be required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, which may consist of a background history check, as well as a medical exam(s) administered by a City selected physician(s) before hire. Prior to starting work, all newly-hired employees will be fingerprinted to check conviction history. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose conviction history will result in refusal of employment or termination. Positions which are covered by the Department of Transportation regulations are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test and to random drug and alcohol testing.
INFORMATION ABOUT PROOF OF EDUCATION
Any successful candidate selected by the hiring department will be required to submit proof of education (i.e., copy of the diploma or college/university transcripts). An applicant with a college degree obtained outside the United States must have education records evaluated by a credential evaluation service at the candidate's expense. Candidates may utilize any third-party agency for the evaluation. If you search 'education equivalency verification' or similar online, you will obtain results for agencies that provide this evaluation service. A conditional job offer cannot be made until the education has been evaluated and submitted to the Department of Human Resources.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Part time positions in this job classification are represented by the Service Employees International Union, Local 521 (SEIU).
The information contained within this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
The City of Sunnyvale is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of the City of Sunnyvale not to discriminate against all qualified applicants or employees on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion (including religious dress or grooming practice), color, sex (includes gender, pregnancy, childbirth, medical conditions related to pregnancy or childbirth, breastfeeding or medical conditions related to breastfeeding), gender identity and/or gender expression, sexual orientation (including heterosexuality, homosexuality and bisexuality), ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, marital status, family relationship, age, cancer or HIV/AIDS related medical condition, genetic characteristics and/or genetic information, and physical or mental disability. Applicants needing special accommodations for testing should submit a request to the Department of Human Resources at time of application.
Summary of Sunnyvale's Employees Association (For Full Time Positions)
Summary of Service Employees International Union, Local 521 (For Part Time Positions)
01
Instructions for completing the supplemental questionnaire:
This supplemental questionnaire will be a primary tool in the evaluation of your qualifications for this position. The supplemental information that you provide will be evaluated along with your completed application. Please limit your response to one page per question. In answering the question(s), be as specific as you can. Some questions may include multiple parts (i.e., (a), (b), (c), (d), etc.). Please make sure to address each part of each question in the supplemental questionnaire below.
Please be advised that you will be 'timed out' of this page after 30 minutes. Therefore, it is best to copy the supplemental questions that require text answers from this page into a document that you can save on your computer, produce your responses in that document, and then copy and paste the responses into the space provided below. Additionally, please save your work continuously.
The completed application and responses to supplemental questions constitute an examination. Note: qualifying experience must be reflected on the education, work experience, Certificates/Licenses section of the job application form. Please note the information provided in the supplemental question will not be accepted in lieu of completing the work experience section of the application.
Resumes may be attached, but they will not be accepted in lieu of completing the work experience section of the application or the supplemental questions. The information you provide will be used to further identify those applicants who are best qualified to continue in the selection process for this position.
Your responses to the questions that require you to detail your background and experience should include the following information:*
- The number of years of experience you have had performing the duties that you are describing;
- The name(s) and type(s) of organization(s) where you obtained such experience; and,
- Your role and specific responsibilities within the organization(s).
Additionally, I certify that I have completed the following supplemental questionnaire on my own; the answers accurately reflect my training, education and experience; and, I understand that my responses are subject to verification.
- Yes
- No
02
This position requires possession of a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited program. Do you currently possess a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited program?
- Yes
- No
03
Briefly describe your educational and professional background experience. Emphasize any technology experience especially in relation to maintaining and supporting an online database, catalog, websites, or other technology resources. If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A below.
04
Describe your methods for staying current with new software and hardware solutions, library services related to technology, or other technology trends. Describe your experience with recommending new services based on trends and new technology solutions. If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A below.
05
Describe your experience with maintaining and troubleshooting technology. Include your experience working with patrons, staff, centralized IT department staff, and coordinating with vendors and ticketing for problem resolution? If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A below.
06
Describe a technology-related project you led, including any challenges you faced and how you resolved them. What were the outcomes? If you do not have this experience, please indicate N/A below.
07
This position requires regular weekday, evening and weekend shifts. Are you willing and able to work these shifts?
- Yes
- No
Required Question