The 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.   The Minimum Qualification is completion of a Masters Degree in Library Science from an accredited Library School (must provide a copy of degree or transcript).

The 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.  The Minimum Qualifications are completion of a Masters Degree in Library Science from an accredited Library School (must provide a copy of degree or transcript) AND two (2) years of professional library experience.

To Apply: Each applicant must submit a City of Richmond Employment Application and responses to the supplemental qualifications questionnaire to: City of Richmond, Human Resources Management Department, 450 Civic Center Plaza, P.O. Box 4046 Richmond, CA 94804 by Tuesday, February 23, 2010 at 5:00 p.m.  The City does not accept faxed or emailed applications.

The application, supplemental questionnaire and additional information about this position can be obtained by visiting our website at www.ci.richmond.ca.us.

Livermore Public Library

What is one thing your library is very good at? I think the Livermore Public Library does a great job of providing something for everyone, from baby storytimes to retirement planning seminars.

Is there something else about your library that most people do not know? The Livermore Public Library is one of the first public libraries in California to provide a full-service job center, complete with an in-house career advisor.

Who are your most frequent types of users? Livermore community members of all ages are the most frequent users. However, we also get many patrons from surrounding areas such as Pleasanton, Dublin, Tracy, etc. Community members often bring in their relatives and friends who are visiting from out of state to see our main Civic Center Library. We’re glad they like to show it off!

What do you like best about your users? They are so appreciative of the services we offer. We have the good fortune of being in a very supportive community.

What initially attracted you to library work? I have always loved libraries. In college my original major was Elementary Education, but after my first student teaching experience I decided that I would prefer to focus on education in a library setting rather than in a classroom.

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What is it about your job that most people don’t realize that you do? Being a manager in a public library utilizes a wide range of skills that would not necessarily be taught in library school; everything from facility maintenance to classroom management to negotiation skills. When we have to deal with a clogged toilet, my colleagues and I will joke that we must have missed the plumbing class while in library school.

What is most challenging about working in your library? The aspect of the work that I love (the variety of patrons) can also be challenging. In this era of shrinking budgets, it’s a big challenge to continue to provide such a broad array of services.

How do you spend time off work? I like to go on hikes all around the Bay Area with family and friends. I also love the ocean. When stressed, I try to think of my “happy place” which is a lanai in Hawaii overlooking the ocean.