Librarian II
County of Monterey, CA - Marina, California, United States, 93933Work at County of Monterey, CA
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Overview
$5,674.24 - $7,745.57 Monthly
Location :
Marina, CA
Job Type:
Regular Full-Time
Job Number:
24/65A33/08JD
Department:
Library
Division:
Library
Opening Date:
08/12/2024
Closing Date:
9/9/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
Position Description
Final Filing Deadline: September 9, 2024
Exam #: 24/65A33/08JD
Library Department Summary
Monterey County Free Libraries seeks candidates with a strong desire for meaningful public service and the ability to work with a wide variety of needs in an ever-changing environment. The Monterey County Free Libraries is a supportive place of learning and success for the entire community, where each member of the team has opportunity for job growth and development. Flexibility, adaptability, and a positive attitude are essential, as is a respect for the goals of public service and meeting the needs of the entire community.
The current opportunity is at the Soledad Branch Library.
Position SummaryThe Librarian II under general supervision, performs a variety of journey level professional library functions including managing a medium size branch library or major work unit, supervising library professionals, paraprofessionals and library support staff and performing other related duties as required. Spanish speakers are desired.
This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level of the career series subject to their meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority.
The Eligible List established by this recruitment process may be used County-wide to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis.
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Examples of Duties
Manages a medium size branch or major work unit. Oversees branch or work unit facilities, library materials and equipment, requesting maintenance, repair or replacement as appropriate Supervises, trains, evaluates and schedules subordinate staff including direct supervision of permanent and temporary staff, volunteers, etc Plans and presents or supervises the presentation of children's and/or adult programs Provides and supervises provision of reference service directly to patrons in response to in-person or telephone requests and/or provides or supervises provision of second level reference service on more difficult questions sent from the branch libraries. Provides and supervises provision of readers advisory service to individuals and groups, evaluating user needs and assisting users in locating desired library materials and information Interacts with the branch service community, including civic government, community, library support and other agencies, groups and organizations; performs library outreach and works on or oversees community needs assessments Plans, schedules, and conducts or supervises the planning, scheduling and conducting of class visits to the library and/or visits to schools to explain and promote library services Evaluates the branch collection for usefulness and interest to the branch service community, recommending needed titles and weeding unneeded items; may participate in system-wide collection development Analyzes library data and/or reports and prepares analysis or recommendations for action Participates in County Library and branch/work unit long range planning activities Attends meetings, workshops, and conferences and reads professional literature to keep abreast of new concepts and trends
Makes recommendations for developing, modifying and evaluating library policies and procedures Serves as a member of a work unit team and may serve as a member of a system functional team
To view the complete job description, please visit the Monterey County website:
THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATEWill have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Thorough Knowledge of:
Philosophy, trends and major challenges of library science Principles and practices of professional library work
Working Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of effective supervision and leadership
Age level services including program presentation
Emerging technologies such as online databases and the internet
Quality customer service and the facilitation of that service
Skill and Ability to:
Supervise, train, evaluate and schedule subordinate staff and library volunteers
Practice, model, train staff in, and assure the delivery of, quality public library services Interpret library policies and procedures for both the public and library staff; assist in developing, drafting and critiquing library policies and procedures
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Operate a personal computer with standard software, such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and to learn specialized library software systems such as Polaris Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and the public Represent the Library in the community
Examples of Experience/Education/Training
Any combination of training, education and/or experience which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities and required conditions of employment is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:
ExperienceApproximately one year of experience performing duties equivalent to those of a Librarian for Monterey County Free Libraries; Additionally, Teaching and/or Tutoring experience is highly preferred in Literacy Program assignments
ANDEducationCompletion of graduate level courses leading to a Master of Library Science degreeAdditional Information
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTThe required conditions of employment include, but are not limited to the following:
Possess and maintain a valid California Class C driver's license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority.
Be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, holidays, and during times of disaster and/or emergency. Attend meetings outside of scheduled work hours Prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment, driving record, and record of any criminal convictions.
BENEFITSThe County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view the This information is not legally binding, nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing.
NOTESEmployment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9. If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position, your rate of pay will be hourly, and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.
Application and Selection Procedures
Apply On-Line at
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/montereycounty
Final Filing Deadline: September 9, 2024 11:59 PM(PST)
or
Hard copy applications may be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting:
Jennifer Datan, Human Resources Analyst
Attn: Human Resources
168 W. Alisal Street, Third Floor
Salinas, CA 93901
Phone: (831 759-6990
or Email:
The selection process is tentative, and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants' possession of required qualifications, the examination process may include an oral examination, pre-examination exercises, performance examination, and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include:
County of Monterey Employment Application Responses to the Supplemental Questions
Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes, cover letters, letters of interest, and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY AND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONMonterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact Jennifer Datan, Human Resources Analyst, at (831) 759 -6990, or
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Please answer the following questions. Completion of the following supplemental questions is REQUIRED and is an integral part of the evaluation process. Your responses to the questions will be reviewed and scored in a Qualifications Appraisal evaluation process based on pre-determined rating criteria. Your answers should be as complete as possible, as this information will be critical in the competitive assessment to identify those candidates to be invited to continue in the examination process. A response of "see resume" or "see application" will deem your responses to the supplemental questions as incomplete. Note: All application materials submitted will be reviewed along with your supplemental questions and County of Monterey application.
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Please describe your education, training, and/or experience that demonstrates your knowledge, skill, and ability to successfully deliver quality age-appropriate public library programs and services.
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Please describe your education, training, and/or experience that demonstrates your knowledge, skill, and ability to manage a medium size library branch including requesting library facilities and equipment maintenance, repair or replacement as appropriate.
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