Librarian, Metropolitan Transportation Commission, Oakland, CA

Librarian I/II (Legislation and Public Affairs Section)

VACANCIES

One

SALARY RANGE

Grade VI-VII of the Salary Plan: $54,556 to $69,836 per year.
(Depending upon additional qualifications, salary may be up to $80,522 per year.)

DESCRIPTION

Under the supervision of the Head Librarian, the Librarian is responsible for: answering complex reference requests from staff and external patrons in person, by phone and by email; maintaining the serials collection; performing original and copy cataloging; maintaining the integrated library system (STAR by Cuadra); performing circulation duties; compiling statistics and producing reports; managing the distribution of publications; assisting the Head Librarian in implementing all major library programs including collection development, design and updating of web pages, and the records retention program; assisting in public outreach activities; supervising staff; other library duties as needed.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Master’s degree from an accredited college or university, as listed in the Higher Education Directory, in Library and Information Science. (Applicants with a degree issued from an institution outside the United States must have their transcripts evaluated by an academic accrediting service and provide proof of equivalency along with the application.)

Experience: One year of recent (must be within the last three years), progressively responsible experience in the library field is required. Additional experience is desirable.

Ability to: Work effectively with people, assist Library patrons, and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Knowledge of: Cataloging principles to include Anglo-American Cataloging Rules 2; library technology, computer systems and programs (such as OCLC, Dreamweaver, HTML, UNIX); effective searching of the Internet and other electronic resources; principles of records management; familiarity with Microsoft applications is desirable.

TYPICAL ASSIGNMENTS

Under the supervision and direction of the Head Librarian, the Librarian will perform the following tasks:

• Answer complex reference requests from Commission, MTC and ABAG staff; public agency personnel, students and the public.
• Perform original and copy cataloging of books and articles.
• Manage and maintain the ILS (Cuadra’s STAR).
• Update Library and Bay Area Census web pages.
• Process and route print and electronic serials.
• Maintain inventory and manage distribution of MTC publications.
• Handle interlibrary loan requests for staff.
• Create and disseminate daily news article digest.
• Create and implement library outreach programs.
• Assist in public outreach activities as needed.
• Assist in other records requests and research activities as needed.

INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS

Application materials must arrive in the Human Resources Office before 5:00 p.m., Friday, October 21, 2005. Faxed or emailed applications are not acceptable. Submit an MTC Application, and a current resume to: Human Resources Office, Metropolitan Transportation Commission, 101 Eighth Street, Oakland, CA 94607. Applications submitted without all of the required materials will not be given further consideration.

Contact MTC at the Job Hotline, (510) 817-5818, or email jobhotline@mtc.ca.gov. Leave your contact information and position applying for, to receive the announcement and application forms. Applications may be downloaded from MTC’s website.

EMPLOYEE SELECTION PROCESS:

This Job Announcement sets a cut-off date and time for the receipt of applications. Applications will be reviewed as promptly as possible following the cut-off date. Those candidates whose applications show the best combination of training, experience, knowledge, and ability relevant to the position will be invited for an interview.

Interviews will be conducted by a panel whose members are acquainted with the requirements of the position. At the conclusion of the interviews, the panel will rate the candidates. The Executive Director may offer the position to the best-qualified candidate.

After the position has been offered and accepted, all other considered candidates will be notified promptly of the filling of the position. The panel will recommend which of the candidates interviewed but not selected may constitute an "eligibility" list, which will remain in effect for six months. In the event the same, or very similar position becomes available during that period, the list may be used for further selection. In the event that a suitable candidate is not found, the position may be reopened for further recruitment.

INTRODUCTORY PERIOD

The initial sixmonths of service in this position constitute a probation period. The purpose of probation is to assist the employee in adapting to the new job, to evaluate the employee’s performance relative to continuation in the position, and to provide for corrective measures when performance is deficient.

SALARY SCHEDULE

MTC staff employees are paid on the basis of an adopted salary schedule. The cited grade for this position consists of a total of eleven steps with intervals of approximately 2½% available for merit progression.

BENEFITS OFFERED TO EMPLOYEES OF MTC

• One day per month paid vacation leave; for each year of service, an additional day per year is granted to a maximum of 25 days per year.
• One day per month paid sick leave, with no limit to the amount of sick leave that can be accumulated. (May cash out up to 240 hours of accumulated sick leave upon separation from the Agency.)
• Eleven paid holidays per year.
• Personal business leave; up to three days per year depending upon date of hire.
• Health Benefits Insurance through the Public Employees’ Retirement System (dependent coverage shared by the employee and MTC).
• Agency-paid Vision Care Insurance, employees only (no dependent coverage).
• Agency-paid Dental Insurance (dependent coverage shared by the employee and MTC).
• Agency-paid Life, AD&D, and Long Term Disability Insurance.
• Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS); the total contribution paid by MTC. PERS is in lieu of employee contribution to the Social Security System.
• Transit/Parking Subsidy.
• Alternative payroll savings plans (deferred compensation plans, two credit unions).

QUALIFICATION FOR EMPLOYMENT IN THE UNITED STATES

The selected candidate will be required to provide verification of his/her identity and evidence of having legal authorization to work in the United States prior to beginning employment. The selected candidate must maintain his/her employment eligibility status and will be responsible for notifying MTC of any changes.

BACKGROUND CHECKS

MTC conducts background checks to verify information included in the candidate’s application, resume and supplemental materials.

CALIFORNIA DRIVERS LICENSE

A valid California Drivers License is required, as MTC employees may be expected to operate an automobile in the performance of assigned duties. Exceptions to this policy will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis to accommodate special needs.

MTC IS AN EEO/AA EMPLOYER

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is a non-discriminatory employer. MTC provides all employees and applicants with an equal opportunity in every aspect of the employment experience regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical handicap, medical condition, or marital status. This policy is implemented through an ongoing affirmative action program to ensure maximum opportunity to participate in the Commission's programs.

The Metropolitan Transportation Commission is a regional transportation-planning agency created by the legislature pursuant to Government Code Sections 66500 et seq. to provide coordinated transportation development for the nine-county Bay Area.