Librarian I/II, City of Richmond, _, CA

The City of Richmond, California invites applications for

LIBRARIAN I  $4422-4622-4829-5031-5267/month plus city paid benefits

LIBRARIAN II $4829-5031-5267-5511-5772/month plus city paid benefits

FINAL FILING DATE:                    OPEN UNTIL FILLED

SELECTION PROCESS:                          APPLICATION APPRAISAL

THE POSITION

Under general supervision, performs readers advisory and reference work; performs professional library work in the selection and cataloging of books and materials; assists in the planning, development and implementation of library programs and the operation of library facilities; is responsible for the development and maintenance of assigned area of library materials collection and does related work as required.  The library currently has 2 vacant positions.  One position will be responsible for providing library services to teens .  The teen librarian position is 37.5 hours per week, and the second vacancy is for a branch librarian at 30 hours per week.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

Librarian I:  answers difficult reference questions; reviews and selects books and non-print materials; organizes and conducts adult, teens, and children’s programs; develops exhibits, booklists and promotional materials; attends community and professional meetings; participates in library public relations and outreach activities; assists in designing and implementing library and information services; may provide functional supervision to assigned library staff; may manage a branch library or bookmobile; may catalog books and other materials; and may be placed in charge of a branch library on a substitute basis.  Children and Extension Librarians are expected to participate in the Association of Children’s Librarians of Northern California (ACL).

Librarian II:  performs the duties of a Librarian I; is responsible for supervising and training assigned personnel; and assumes greater responsibility for assisting in the planning, development, and implementation of library programs and activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education/Experience:

Librarian I:  Completion of a Masters Degree in Library Science from an accredited Library School.

Librarian II:  Completion of a Masters Degree in Library Science from an accredited Library School AND two (2) years of professional library experience. 

Ability to:  communicate effectively orally and in writing; plan and organize work effectively; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with staff at all levels and the public; apply principles and practices of librarianship that results in good library service to the community; learn to use the automated catalog and other tools to assist in reference service and collection development.  In addition to the above, the Librarian II should have the ability to motivate, train, evaluate and work effectively with subordinates.                

Skills in (Librarian II): Supervising the work of one or more subordinates through planning, organizing, assigning, coordinating and reviewing their work.  

License:  A valid California Driver’s License may be required for some positions.

Highly desirable: The ability to communicate effectively in a language in addition to English (Spanish, Asian and Southeast Asian languages, or ASL preferred) and experience working with children and/or  teens. 

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

To Apply:  Each applicant must submit a City of Richmond Employment Application and Supplemental Qualifications Questionnaire to the Human Resource Management Department by the final filing date.  APPLICANTS QUALIFYING FOR POSITIONS ON THE BASIS OF COLLEGE DEGREES AND/OR COURSES NEED TO INCLUDE DOCUMENTATION OF STATED EDUCATION.

The Employment Application packet may be obtained from our website at www.ci.richmond.ca.us, or our office at City of Richmond, Human Resources Management Department, 1401 Marina Way South, Richmond, CA 94804.  (510) 620-6602. Candidates who are unable to visit the Human Resources Management Department to pick up an Employment Application packet may obtain one by providing a stamped, self-addressed envelope with first class postage.

 All completed Employment Application packages will be evaluated and scored based on job-related qualifications criteria.  An Employment List will be established and your placement on this list will be determined solely (100%) by information provided on the Employment Application and your responses to the Supplemental Qualifications Questionnaire.  Having all of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee placement on the Employment List.