Job Description

Salary: $29.31 - $35.62 Hourly

Location : 4852 Lakeview Avenue Yorba Linda, CA

Job Type: Part Time

Job Number: 181900208

Department: Library

Division: Library

Opening Date: 08/23/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

The Position


Under direct supervision, this paraprofessional position provides information and assistance to the public and performs a wide variety of support work. This is an on-call position. Hours may include morning, afternoon, evening, and Saturdays.

This recruitment is open on a continuous basis.

First round of application review is Monday, September 9, 2024.

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment can close at any time, with or without notice.

*A resume must be included when applying for this position*

Examples of Duties

1. Provides excellent customer service when assisting the public in making the most effective use of library services, materials, tools, and equipment; provides reader's advisory and reference services within scope of knowledge utilizing print and electronic resources; refers more difficult questions or requests to appropriate library staff.
2. Performs the less complex paraprofessional and technical support duties set within procedural frameworks established by higher-level positions; performs support work for short-term projects, long-term projects, and special programs to enable the department to offer quality programs and services to the community.
3. Assists with library programming and a variety of library-related activities including story times, library tours, instructional classes in library use, and a variety of library-related literature-based and educational programs and activities.
4. Participates in community events and outreach activities as directed; attends meetings, workshops and conferences; represents the library at community meetings and events.
5. Assists with collection maintenance in assigned areas.
6. Operates public access computers and staff computers for research, reserves, collection maintenance, and other specialized needs; utilizes word processing, spreadsheets, and other computer applications.
7. Assists with solicitation of donations.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Desirable Knowledge Skills & Abilities

1. A paraprofessional level position that requires knowledge of library practices, principles and materials, books, authors, reading levels, and non-print materials.
2. Ability to provide excellent customer service by meeting the public with tact, courtesy and an attitude of "going the extra mile". Skill to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to staff and a widely diverse public; make presentations and effectively represent the library; organizational skills.
3. Basic knowledge of reference work and conducting effective patron interviews; operate public access computers; basic knowledge of researching using electronic resources.
4. Technical knowledge of library-related computer applications, hardware, software, and internet as well as electronic database searching.
5. Ability to implement special projects and present programs with guidance.
6. Ability to work effectively with staff, volunteers, city employees, and the general public.

Other


Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree, plus experience working in a library. Master's of Library and Information Science degree is highly desirable.

Physical Requirements
The physical tasks of this position include sitting at a desk and computer terminal, walking, reaching, lifting, turning and twisting, bending and stooping, pushing and pulling, using small tools. Sitting, standing and walking can each be for sustained periods of time from one to two hours; reaching to shelf height of seven feet; lifting an average of 20 pounds; pushing and pulling objects including carts with a force of up to 60 pounds. Each physical task occurs in variations throughout the day.


Vision requirements include ability to read books, magazines, and other printed materials; computer screens, signage, etc. Hearing and speaking requirements include ability to communicate effectively and in a timely manner over the telephone, person to person with the public and co-workers and to groups.


Exempt/Non-Exempt
This is a non-exempt position. Overtime at the rate of one- and one-half times the hourly rate of the classification is paid for hours worked in excess of 40 hours per week.

Background Check/Physical Exam Individuals selected for employment will be required to take and pass a background check (fingerprinting) for all positions and medical exam for full time and permanent part time positions. The background check and medical examination are at City expense; and conducted by a law enforcement agency and physician designated by the City. Candidates who are currently working are urged not to resign until they have successfully passed the background check, physical examination and received a final offer letter.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The City of Yorba Linda does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment. Any qualified individual with a disability must provide reasonable notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final date of an examination.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees hired by the City must verify identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing required documentation.

Disaster Service Worker In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Yorba Linda Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly.

The City does not participate in Social Security, but rather provides an alternative retirement benefit in accordance with Internal Revenue Service regulations. Each part-time employee will automatically be enrolled in an individual MIssionSquare Retirement deferred compensation (retirement) account in which an employee must contribute 3.75% of their gross earnings and the City will contribute an additional 3.75% on behalf of the employee. Part-time employees must also contribute 1.45% of their gross earnings for Medicare coverage. No health or vacation leave benefits are provided to temporary part-time positions. Sick leave is accrued in accordance with the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Family Act of 2014.

01


Do you have a Masters in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or are you currently enrolled in an MLIS degree program?

• Completed my MLIS
• Currently working on my MLIS
• Not currently enrolled or have an MLIS degree

02


Do you have a Bachelor's Degree or are you currently enrolled in an Bachelor's degree program?

• Completed my Bachelor's Degree
• Currently enrolled/ working on my Bachelor's Degree
• Not currently enrolled or have an Bachelor's Degree

03


Which of the following best describes your work experience in Library Services?

• No experience
• Less than one (1) year
• 1 to 2 years
• 3 or more years

04


If you have indicated library experience, please share the positions you've held.

05


Do you prefer to work in Children's Services or Adult Services?

• Children's Services
• Adult Services

06


This position is an on-call position, which will include working mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends. The Yorba Linda Public Library is open Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm and Friday's and Saturday's from 9:00 am - 5 pm.

• I am able to work at any time.
• I have some commitments; therefore, my availability is limited.

07


If you marked your availability is limited, please list the days and times you are NOT available.

Required Question

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Permanent employment, Full time, Temporary work, Part time, Work experience placement, Immediate start, Weekend work, Day shift, Saturday, Afternoon shift,

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