City of Burbank, CA
SENIOR LIBRARIAN Job at City of Burbank, CA in Burbank
City of Burbank, CA, Burbank, CA, United States, 91502
Salary : $67,693.86 - $93,316.86 Annually
Location : Burbank, CA
Job Type: Expedited
Job Number: 250815B1
Department: Library Services
Opening Date: 01/10/2025
Closing Date: 1/24/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Definition
Burbank Public Library is looking for a Senior Librarian to join our team! This person will manage our Access Services Section, which includes circulation, library accounts, and general customer service across three locations. As part of the User Experience Division, this person sets standards for customer service, standardizes policies and procedures across locations, and manages changes that impact access to library materials and services. At the core of this work is a strong dedication to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring that our Access Services practices create a welcoming environment to all library users. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply should other positions become available during this recruitment process. This position is 40 hours per week, has a regular schedule serving all locations and one remote day. At Burbank Public Library, you have opportunities for professional growth and support. We invite you to bring your unique skills to our diverse team!
OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT
Open to all qualified candidates.
Tentative examination dates for this recruitment:
Week of 4/10/25 - Blind application and supplemental scoring
Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.
Under direction, to perform professional library work of a specialized or supervisory nature; may be in charge of a section of the library or a library branch, or assist a division head; and perform related work as required.
Essential Functions
Supervises, trains, and evaluates library staff and volunteers; creates library programming; contributes to collection development, publicity, and community outreach; oversees and conducts children's story times, classroom visits, and presentations for City departments, staff, community groups, and the public; manages library programming budgets; oversees library operations as needed; makes recommendations on policy and procedures; assists with implementing performance objectives and work program goals; reports maintenance issues; chairs and coordinates committees and meetings as needed; represents the library to other City departments, community groups, and the public; manages library catalog and records; prepares, maintains, and reviews statistics, accounts, memoranda, and other reports, provides assistance to the reference and circulation desks as needed; responds to escalated patron situations or inquiries; instructs public in use of online catalog as well as other library technology and resources; provides in-depth reference service and readers' advisory to library users; plans and oversees promotional displays; prepares and presents book-talks and book reviews; manages social media accounts for the library; locates and retrieves materials from shelves at various heights; participates in continuing education to enhance skills; makes recommendations regarding hiring, promotions, and transfers; recommends disciplinary action, up to and including termination; drives on City business.
Minimum Qualifications
Employment Standards:
Knowledge of - library policies, procedures, and rules; organizational structure of the Library Department and other City departments; principles and practices of supervision and leadership; current trends and practices in public library services for youth and adults; specialized reference and bibliographic sources for youth and adults; principles and methods of collection development; online research; library automation systems; record keeping; governmental budgeting; proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation in order to effectively perform the essential functions of this classification (this is not a language restriction as defined in California Government Code Section 12951).
Skill in utilizing Microsoft Office, including, but not limited to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; interacting and communicating considerately with a diverse population; social media.
Ability to identify community library needs and to provide library service to fulfill those needs; train, direct, and evaluate the work of others; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; tactfully and effectively handle emotional and volatile customer relation situations; enforce library rules and call emergency services as required; address and mediate patron complaints and issues; oversee and create informational and educational programs, projects, and presentations; develop and implement Library policy, performance objectives, and work program goals; show initiative in problem solving; work independently under direction; work a flexible schedule including weekends and after hours; maintain a safe work environment; manipulate library materials from shelves at floor level to a height of eight (8) feet; travel to other locations for meetings and training sessions; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Education/Training: Two years' experience in professional library work and a Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited programs.
License & Certificates: A valid California Class "C" driver's license or equivalent at time of appointment.
Supplemental Information
Desirable Qualifications: Bilingual or multilingual.
This job title is represented by the Burbank City Employees' Association (BCEA)
The City of Burbank offers excellent employee benefits, please click on the following link for additional information regarding employee benefits: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/employee-benefits
Additionally, there are Benefit Summary Sheets for each represented and unrepresented employee group that provide a more detailed summary of benefits. There are also some Benefit Summary Sheets for specific job titles. To access the Benefit Summary Sheets, please click here: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/benefits-summary-sheets
Please note, employee benefits vary based on employment status - full-time or part-time; regular or temporary, and many benefits are not applicable to temporary employees.
01
You must answer the following question in order to be considered for the position. The purpose of this Supplemental Questionnaire is to give you an opportunity to provide additional information regarding your specific qualifications for the position of Senior Librarian. This Supplemental Questionnaire is considered part of your application process and will be evaluated along with your application on a competitive basis to determine which applicants will proceed to the next step in the selection process.INSTRUCTIONSAnswer should be complete, specific, and precise. Incomplete, illegible, vague, or excessively long responses to any question may disqualify you from being considered further for the position. Please be specific in answering the Supplemental Questions, as they will be used to evaluate which applicants will be given further consideration in the process. DO NOT answer, "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Click "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.
02
If the Library wanted to implement a Library of Things, starting with kitchen baking tools, as head of our circulation section, what questions would you raise about adding and circulating such items? How would you train staff upon implementation of this new service?
03
Tell us about a time when you needed to help a direct report or a colleague to accept a policy change and help them to move forward. What challenges did you face? What was the end result?
04
What three qualities do you think are the most important to have as a supervisor? And why? Share real-life examples where you demonstrated or observed these qualities and explain why you believe they are crucial.
05
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
06
Have you completed your Masters Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program?
07
How many years of experience do you have in professional library work?
08
I understand that all requested information must be furnished on the application itself. Resumes and/or attachments may be included, but CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED for a completed application form. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is not an acceptable response under Duties. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. If I do not provide information on my application under Education, Experience, and/or License and Certificates sections that I meet the minimum qualifications for the position I am applying for, I will be deemed "not qualified" and may not proceed in the recruitment.
Required Question
Location : Burbank, CA
Job Type: Expedited
Job Number: 250815B1
Department: Library Services
Opening Date: 01/10/2025
Closing Date: 1/24/2025 5:00 PM Pacific
Definition
Burbank Public Library is looking for a Senior Librarian to join our team! This person will manage our Access Services Section, which includes circulation, library accounts, and general customer service across three locations. As part of the User Experience Division, this person sets standards for customer service, standardizes policies and procedures across locations, and manages changes that impact access to library materials and services. At the core of this work is a strong dedication to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion, ensuring that our Access Services practices create a welcoming environment to all library users. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply should other positions become available during this recruitment process. This position is 40 hours per week, has a regular schedule serving all locations and one remote day. At Burbank Public Library, you have opportunities for professional growth and support. We invite you to bring your unique skills to our diverse team!
OPEN COMPETITIVE RECRUITMENT
Open to all qualified candidates.
Tentative examination dates for this recruitment:
Week of 4/10/25 - Blind application and supplemental scoring
Dates may change due to unforeseen circumstances. Candidates who pass each phase of the recruitment process will be notified of the official examination dates.
Under direction, to perform professional library work of a specialized or supervisory nature; may be in charge of a section of the library or a library branch, or assist a division head; and perform related work as required.
Essential Functions
Supervises, trains, and evaluates library staff and volunteers; creates library programming; contributes to collection development, publicity, and community outreach; oversees and conducts children's story times, classroom visits, and presentations for City departments, staff, community groups, and the public; manages library programming budgets; oversees library operations as needed; makes recommendations on policy and procedures; assists with implementing performance objectives and work program goals; reports maintenance issues; chairs and coordinates committees and meetings as needed; represents the library to other City departments, community groups, and the public; manages library catalog and records; prepares, maintains, and reviews statistics, accounts, memoranda, and other reports, provides assistance to the reference and circulation desks as needed; responds to escalated patron situations or inquiries; instructs public in use of online catalog as well as other library technology and resources; provides in-depth reference service and readers' advisory to library users; plans and oversees promotional displays; prepares and presents book-talks and book reviews; manages social media accounts for the library; locates and retrieves materials from shelves at various heights; participates in continuing education to enhance skills; makes recommendations regarding hiring, promotions, and transfers; recommends disciplinary action, up to and including termination; drives on City business.
Minimum Qualifications
Employment Standards:
Knowledge of - library policies, procedures, and rules; organizational structure of the Library Department and other City departments; principles and practices of supervision and leadership; current trends and practices in public library services for youth and adults; specialized reference and bibliographic sources for youth and adults; principles and methods of collection development; online research; library automation systems; record keeping; governmental budgeting; proper English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation in order to effectively perform the essential functions of this classification (this is not a language restriction as defined in California Government Code Section 12951).
Skill in utilizing Microsoft Office, including, but not limited to Word, PowerPoint, and Excel; interacting and communicating considerately with a diverse population; social media.
Ability to identify community library needs and to provide library service to fulfill those needs; train, direct, and evaluate the work of others; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; tactfully and effectively handle emotional and volatile customer relation situations; enforce library rules and call emergency services as required; address and mediate patron complaints and issues; oversee and create informational and educational programs, projects, and presentations; develop and implement Library policy, performance objectives, and work program goals; show initiative in problem solving; work independently under direction; work a flexible schedule including weekends and after hours; maintain a safe work environment; manipulate library materials from shelves at floor level to a height of eight (8) feet; travel to other locations for meetings and training sessions; establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Education/Training: Two years' experience in professional library work and a Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited programs.
License & Certificates: A valid California Class "C" driver's license or equivalent at time of appointment.
Supplemental Information
Desirable Qualifications: Bilingual or multilingual.
This job title is represented by the Burbank City Employees' Association (BCEA)
The City of Burbank offers excellent employee benefits, please click on the following link for additional information regarding employee benefits: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/employee-benefits
Additionally, there are Benefit Summary Sheets for each represented and unrepresented employee group that provide a more detailed summary of benefits. There are also some Benefit Summary Sheets for specific job titles. To access the Benefit Summary Sheets, please click here: https://www.burbankca.gov/web/management-services/benefits-summary-sheets
Please note, employee benefits vary based on employment status - full-time or part-time; regular or temporary, and many benefits are not applicable to temporary employees.
01
You must answer the following question in order to be considered for the position. The purpose of this Supplemental Questionnaire is to give you an opportunity to provide additional information regarding your specific qualifications for the position of Senior Librarian. This Supplemental Questionnaire is considered part of your application process and will be evaluated along with your application on a competitive basis to determine which applicants will proceed to the next step in the selection process.INSTRUCTIONSAnswer should be complete, specific, and precise. Incomplete, illegible, vague, or excessively long responses to any question may disqualify you from being considered further for the position. Please be specific in answering the Supplemental Questions, as they will be used to evaluate which applicants will be given further consideration in the process. DO NOT answer, "see resume" or "see application" as these are not valid answers. Click "Yes" to reflect that you have read and understand this statement.
- Yes
- No
02
If the Library wanted to implement a Library of Things, starting with kitchen baking tools, as head of our circulation section, what questions would you raise about adding and circulating such items? How would you train staff upon implementation of this new service?
03
Tell us about a time when you needed to help a direct report or a colleague to accept a policy change and help them to move forward. What challenges did you face? What was the end result?
04
What three qualities do you think are the most important to have as a supervisor? And why? Share real-life examples where you demonstrated or observed these qualities and explain why you believe they are crucial.
05
What is the highest level of education you have completed?
- High school diploma
- Bachelors degree
- Masters degree
- None of the above
06
Have you completed your Masters Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited program?
- Yes
- No
- Does not apply
07
How many years of experience do you have in professional library work?
- 0-11 months
- 1-2 years
- 2+ years
- None of the above
08
I understand that all requested information must be furnished on the application itself. Resumes and/or attachments may be included, but CANNOT BE SUBSTITUTED for a completed application form. A resume submitted in lieu of an application will not be sufficient. Furthermore, "See resume" is not an acceptable response under Duties. An application containing this response may be deemed incomplete. If I do not provide information on my application under Education, Experience, and/or License and Certificates sections that I meet the minimum qualifications for the position I am applying for, I will be deemed "not qualified" and may not proceed in the recruitment.
- Yes
- No
Required Question