What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Assistant 3 position at City of Eugene?
This posting is open to current City of Eugene full-time, part-time, limited duration, and RAE employees; TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES ARE NOT ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. Following the internal posting, this position may be posted to external candidates.
Application Deadline: Friday, September22, 2023 at 5:00 pm PDT
ONLINE APPLICATIONS ONLY
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We are seeking two collaborative and passionate people to create and maintain positive relationships with patrons, staff, and the community, plan and present dynamic community programs, and engage in outreach beyond the library walls. LA3s consistently provide excellent customer, people-first service with goal of providing equitable access to diverse, culturally relevant and authentic programs, services, outreach, materials, and spaces, and safe opportunities to thrive and survive, and as well as foster the love of reading by promoting access to the universe of ideas and information.
We are happy to support you in developing library skills, so please consider applying if you have related customer service experience, experience in daycare, education or public service settings, event planning, or other ways you have gained experience connecting with and building community through events, outreach, and daily interactions.
Learn more about each position and their workgroups:
Bethel Branch Library
Youth Services
About the Eugene Public Library
Excellence in action is observed every day at Eugene Public Library. This team is amazing and dedicated to building a better and stronger community. Library staff are highly regarded by the public for their knowledge, quality of service and caring and because of that, the library benefits from strong community support. Staff passion is evident and the programs that they provide transform lives and connect our community.
The community is served at three locations – Downtown, Bethel, and Sheldon. Serving over 3,000 visitors daily, the Downtown Library has been an anchor in downtown Eugene since its opening in 2002. The Bethel and Sheldon branch libraries are vital to accessible service delivery for community members in underserved parts of the city. Eugene Public Library is known for its progressive, responsive service to patrons of all demographics and works hard to incorporate new and emerging technologies into programs and services. The library offers a diverse collection of materials in a variety of formats and consistently offers fresh educational and recreational programming. The active Friends of the Eugene Public Library and the Eugene Library Foundation support the library. We are an incubator for exploration and innovation and are committed to providing the best possible traditional and cutting-edge library services and we want someone who shares that commitment.
Mission: Providing equitable resources and opportunities for everyone to create a connected, caring and inspired community.
Vision: A vibrant community where we all can learn, engage, thrive and belong.
Values: At Eugene Public Library, we bring these values to our work with each other and our community:
- Equitable access.
- Inclusion and belonging.
- Compassionate patron-first service.
- Space for exploration and experimentation.
- .Working together to develop an environment of trust and safety
Salary Range: $23.51 - $29.29 hourly / $48,900.80 - $60,923.20 annually
The City of Eugene determines starting pay within the range based on relevant education and experience as provided by the applicant in their application materials. This process is consistent with the Oregon Equal Pay Act (OEPA). You can learn more about our process at our How to Apply page.
Department/Division: Library, Recreation and Cultural Services/Library
Work Location(s): Downtown Library (100 W. 10th Ave.); Bethel Branch (1990 Echo Hollow Rd.). Must reside in the state of Oregon and be able to report onsite for work as needed.
Living & Working in Eugene: For more information on living in Eugene, how the City of Eugene operates, and more, visit this page.
Work Schedule: Variable, during the following times. Monday-Thursday, 9:00am to 8:00pm, Friday-Sunday, 9:00am-6:00pm
Benefits: The City of Eugene offers robust and competitive benefits. For more info, click the Benefits Tab, or visit this summary page as well as this benefits package page.
Non-Represented Retirement Program: Upon eligibility, the City will contribute an employee contribution of 6%, as well as the employer contribution, to a retirement program administered by the Oregon Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). In addition, the City will pay a 3% contribution to a deferred compensation program if the employee contributes at least 1%.
Bilingual Pay Benefit: This position qualifies for up to an additional 5% of base salary for bilingual pay. Please see “Supplemental Information” at the end of the posting for more information.
What to Expect from Our Application Process: Please see our How to Apply page for more information on our application process.
- Cultivates welcoming spaces for patrons of all ages, backgrounds, experiences, and identities.
- May assist professional librarians with collection maintenance.
- May research, schedule, plan, organize, and develop program ideas, develop materials, coordinate program logistics.
- Creates high quality, research-based experiences for all ages, including identifying and evaluating goals and objectives.
- These positions may include outreach and relationship building with local educators and community partners, as well as intentionally connecting with the school district around curriculum and goals to serve children farthest from educational justice.
- Performs duties of Library Assistant 1 and 2 and other duties as assigned.
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they are able to perform every task in the job description. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may be one who comes with relevant transferrable skills from a variety of sources and experiences. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
When screening your application, the City will consider an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to meet minimum qualifications for this position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Combinations of experience and education which meet the minimum qualifications will be considered.
Experience:
Three years of clerical library support or technical library support experiences directly related to the assigned program area.
Education/Training:
High school diploma; some college preferred.Other combinations of education/experience that meet minimums include:
A master's degree in library science or a literary- or human services-related field, plus one year of clerical or technical library support experience, including one year directly related experience.
OR
A bachelor's degree in library science or a literary- or human services-related field, plus two years of clerical or technical library support experience, including one year directly related experience.
MUST PASS A BACKGROUND CHECK
Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities:
Knowledge of:
- Principles and practices of professional library work including reference, programming, core technology skills, emerging trends, databases, web tools, community outreach and engagement, and working with youth.
- Bilingual ability in Spanish, Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese, and/or Japanese highly desirable.
- Develop and implement library programs and services to meet the needs of the community. Perform technical and complex professional library tasks.
- Assist library patrons in reference, information needs, and technology support with enthusiasm and compassion.
- Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and respectful work relationships.
- Think creatively, innovate, and take risks.
What to Expect from our Selection Process: Applicants are screened based upon their relevant knowledge, abilities, skills, experience, and training. The selection process varies according to the position and can include such things as screening of supplemental questionnaires, written or skill tests, ability or fitness tests, interviews, and assessment processes. In addition, background investigations and records checks may be required. Some positions also require applicants to have a psychological evaluation and/or physical examination and a drug test prior to employment. Marijuana use is evaluated consistent with current state law regulations. PLEASE NOTE: Once the posting closes, the process can take 4-6 weeks to complete.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: The City of Eugene is committed to a respectful work environment. We value the cultural, educational, and life experiences of each employee. We believe that a diverse workforce enables us to deliver culturally responsive services to all members of our community. As part of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion we desire to welcome, respect, and create a sense of belonging for a wide range of identities and experiences in our workforce. Women, people with disabilities, and persons of color are strongly encouraged to apply.
The City of Eugene complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Any applicant with a qualified disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act may request accommodation by contacting an employment coordinator at (541) 682-5061.
In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Eugene will request all eligible candidates who accept employment with the City to provide documentation to prove they are eligible for employment in the United States.
Eligibility List: This posting may also be used to establish an eligibility list of applicants for future vacancies. Candidates that are placed on the eligibility list will be notified via email which will include the duration of the list and how notification of call up will occur.
Bilingual Pay Benefit: Per the AFSCME contract, the City shall pay an employee an additional five percent (5%) for a required intermediate or advanced level competency. To qualify for bilingual pay, the employee must have demonstrated fluency in the required language and successfully pass a fluency examination administered by the City's Employee Resource Center division.
Salary : $48,901 - $60,923
