City of Benicia, CA
City of Benicia, CA is hiring: Library Aide in Benicia
City of Benicia, CA, Benicia, CA, United States, 94510
Salary: $16.25 - $17.92 Hourly
Location : City of Benicia, CA
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 24/25 #24
Department: Library
Opening Date: 01/01/2025
Closing Date: 1/8/2025 9:08 AM Pacific
Definition
THE POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS ON JANUARY 9, 2025
OR UNTIL ENOUGH QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.
DONT WAIT, APPLY TODAY!
The Benicia Public Library is seeking candidates who are adept at multitasking and who are passionate about contributing to the day-to-day operations of the library for the Library Aide position.
The Library Aide role is a major contributor to keeping our library running smoothly and is a vital part to the library's team. This position fulfills hold requests for patrons, completes incoming deliveries from other libraries, processes returned library materials, and completes other tasks as needed.
The Library is looking to fill at least (1) position and build an eligibility list. Currently the department needs coverage on Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM or 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM , and/or additional weekdays (coverage needs are is subject to change).
The Library Aide position is an at-will, part time position, and does not receive any insurance benefits.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Under close supervision, performs a variety of manual labor tasks, most specifically returning library materials to their proper location in proper alpha/numeric order in the library; performs related duties as required.
This one-position class is designed to accomplish necessary and useful paraprofessional work in a library. This class is distinguished from the class of Departmental Aide in that the latter involves a greater variety of clerical functions.
Representative Duties / Qualifications
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Ability to:
Experience: No experience required.
Education: High school diploma or GED required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Supplemental Information
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Individuals interested in being considered for the Library Aide position must submit an application and responses to the required supplemental questions by the final filing date. It is preferred you apply through the NeoGov system.
Individuals wishing to file a paper application in lieu of the on-line application process can obtain one at the City of Benicia Human Resources Department located at 250 East L Street Benicia, CA 94510.
Applicants are expected to accurately document their related experience and any training, education, and/or skills relevant to this position. Applicants should respond to all supplemental questions, even if the information is also contained in the application.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Application materials will be carefully evaluated; a limited number of qualified applicants who most closely meet the requirements of the position and current needs of the departments will be invited to participate in the next phase of the selection process, which will include an interview process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to future steps in the process.
Prior to appointment, candidates must pass a thorough background investigation and a pre-employment drug screen.
If, due to a disability, you need accommodations at any point during the application or testing process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 746-4766.
This position is a part-time, at will position and the position does not receive any insurance or leave benefits.
Employees in this category are typically enrolled in PARS, an alternate retirement system, and employees have a 6.2% payroll deduction towards PARS. If employees are otherwise eligible for CalPERS retirement system, they wil be enrolled in CalPERS and employees have an 8% payroll deductions towards PERS.
The City does not participate in Social Security except for the required Medicare program, which is a 1.45% payroll deduction.
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To provide us with an opportunity to evaluate your background, responses to the Supplemental Questions are required in addition to your application. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process for this position. All work experience that is described or included in your supplemental responses(s) should have occurred during employment of one/more of the Employers you listed in the "Work Experience" section of your application. If not, you will need to provide additional information as to where/how you received that experience.
02
Do you understand that this position is part-time, with no benefits, and will average approx. 10-15 hours per week?
03
Do you have a High school diploma or GED?
04
Are you able to work various hours, including evening and/or weekends?
05
Are you able to perform heavy lifting up to 50lbs?
06
Fiction - Please arrange the following in alphabetical order by author. Use the number to the left of the author in your response. DO NOT type the name out.1). McDonald, Anthony 2). MacDonald, John A. 3). MacDonald, Ann 4). McDonald, John S. 5). MacDonald, Murray
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Non-Fiction - Please arrange the following non-fiction in call number order. Use the numbers to the left of the call number. DO NOT type the words out. 1). 398.2 Warner 2). 610.28 Gay 3). 005.1 Abraham 4). 005.133 McGrath 5). 060.4 Riddick 6). 917.94 Fodor's
08
If desired, please explain any education, experience, special training or certificates you have that would help you in this position that have not been previously addressed in your application or supplemental questions.
09
Do you certify that the information and statements made in connection with this application and supplemental questionnaire are complete and true to the best of your knowledge? Please note that intentional misrepresentation of your qualifications will be grounds for disqualification from this selection process and/or removal from the eligibility list.
Required Question
Location : City of Benicia, CA
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 24/25 #24
Department: Library
Opening Date: 01/01/2025
Closing Date: 1/8/2025 9:08 AM Pacific
Definition
THE POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL THE FIRST REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS ON JANUARY 9, 2025
OR UNTIL ENOUGH QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS HAVE BEEN RECEIVED.
DONT WAIT, APPLY TODAY!
The Benicia Public Library is seeking candidates who are adept at multitasking and who are passionate about contributing to the day-to-day operations of the library for the Library Aide position.
The Library Aide role is a major contributor to keeping our library running smoothly and is a vital part to the library's team. This position fulfills hold requests for patrons, completes incoming deliveries from other libraries, processes returned library materials, and completes other tasks as needed.
The Library is looking to fill at least (1) position and build an eligibility list. Currently the department needs coverage on Friday, Saturday, Sunday from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM or 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM , and/or additional weekdays (coverage needs are is subject to change).
The Library Aide position is an at-will, part time position, and does not receive any insurance benefits.
Distinguishing Characteristics
Under close supervision, performs a variety of manual labor tasks, most specifically returning library materials to their proper location in proper alpha/numeric order in the library; performs related duties as required.
This one-position class is designed to accomplish necessary and useful paraprofessional work in a library. This class is distinguished from the class of Departmental Aide in that the latter involves a greater variety of clerical functions.
Representative Duties / Qualifications
Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
- Depending on assignment, duties may include but are not limited to the following:
- Loads book trucks in alpha/numeric order
- Sorts and shelves library materials.
- Straighten and correct the order of library materials on shelves.
- Pick up books and materials lying about on tables and out of shelves.
- Retrieves requested materials from shelves or stored locations.
- Assists library staff in special projects as assigned.
- Acts as messenger carrying materials between the Library and other City departments (no driving required).
Ability to:
- Properly file both alphabetically and numerically.
- Perform detailed tasks with accuracy.
- Follow written and oral directions.
- Perform physical work, including lifting or carrying up to 50 lbs., bending, reaching, and stooping, as required.
- Work cooperatively with others.
Experience: No experience required.
Education: High school diploma or GED required.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Applicants must be able to work a set schedule of hours, including night and/or weekends.
Supplemental Information
APPLICATION PROCESS:
Individuals interested in being considered for the Library Aide position must submit an application and responses to the required supplemental questions by the final filing date. It is preferred you apply through the NeoGov system.
Individuals wishing to file a paper application in lieu of the on-line application process can obtain one at the City of Benicia Human Resources Department located at 250 East L Street Benicia, CA 94510.
Applicants are expected to accurately document their related experience and any training, education, and/or skills relevant to this position. Applicants should respond to all supplemental questions, even if the information is also contained in the application.
SELECTION PROCESS:
Application materials will be carefully evaluated; a limited number of qualified applicants who most closely meet the requirements of the position and current needs of the departments will be invited to participate in the next phase of the selection process, which will include an interview process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to future steps in the process.
Prior to appointment, candidates must pass a thorough background investigation and a pre-employment drug screen.
If, due to a disability, you need accommodations at any point during the application or testing process, please contact Human Resources at (707) 746-4766.
This position is a part-time, at will position and the position does not receive any insurance or leave benefits.
Employees in this category are typically enrolled in PARS, an alternate retirement system, and employees have a 6.2% payroll deduction towards PARS. If employees are otherwise eligible for CalPERS retirement system, they wil be enrolled in CalPERS and employees have an 8% payroll deductions towards PERS.
The City does not participate in Social Security except for the required Medicare program, which is a 1.45% payroll deduction.
01
To provide us with an opportunity to evaluate your background, responses to the Supplemental Questions are required in addition to your application. The information you provide will be used to determine your eligibility to continue in the selection process for this position. All work experience that is described or included in your supplemental responses(s) should have occurred during employment of one/more of the Employers you listed in the "Work Experience" section of your application. If not, you will need to provide additional information as to where/how you received that experience.
- I have read and understand the above instructions.
02
Do you understand that this position is part-time, with no benefits, and will average approx. 10-15 hours per week?
- Yes
- No
03
Do you have a High school diploma or GED?
- Yes
- No
04
Are you able to work various hours, including evening and/or weekends?
- Yes
- No
05
Are you able to perform heavy lifting up to 50lbs?
- Yes
- No
06
Fiction - Please arrange the following in alphabetical order by author. Use the number to the left of the author in your response. DO NOT type the name out.1). McDonald, Anthony 2). MacDonald, John A. 3). MacDonald, Ann 4). McDonald, John S. 5). MacDonald, Murray
07
Non-Fiction - Please arrange the following non-fiction in call number order. Use the numbers to the left of the call number. DO NOT type the words out. 1). 398.2 Warner 2). 610.28 Gay 3). 005.1 Abraham 4). 005.133 McGrath 5). 060.4 Riddick 6). 917.94 Fodor's
08
If desired, please explain any education, experience, special training or certificates you have that would help you in this position that have not been previously addressed in your application or supplemental questions.
09
Do you certify that the information and statements made in connection with this application and supplemental questionnaire are complete and true to the best of your knowledge? Please note that intentional misrepresentation of your qualifications will be grounds for disqualification from this selection process and/or removal from the eligibility list.
- I have read and understand the above information and certify the information I have provided is true to the best of my knowledge.
Required Question