Library Technician

The current vacancy is at the Fort Bragg Branch and is part-time at 40 hours biweekly.

The list developed from this recruitment will be used for a limited period to fill open and promotional, regular full-time, and part-time positions throughout the County, should they occur. Pursuant to current bargaining unit agreements, employees regularly assigned to the coastal region or in Covelo are eligible to receive a 5% assignment premium.

Under supervision, performs moderately complex technical, para-professional library duties relating to circulation, reference, inter-library loan, cataloguing, preparing materials for circulation.  Incumbents perform a wide range of duties associated with providing library services to the general public, and may be assigned to specialized areas as necessary.

Bilingual English/Spanish encouraged to apply. Se buscan personas bilingües en inglés y español. Para recibir una solicitud en español, llame a Recursos Humanos al 234-6600.

Depending on the assignment, duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Check library materials in and out; answer basic reference questions, referring non-routine reference questions to Librarian; maintain library materials by assuring the proper shelving/placement; reserve books for patrons; and notify patrons regarding availability of requested materials and materials that are overdue; explains library policies and regulations; collects over due fines and other fees. Process and issues library cards; creates and updates patron records.
• Assist patrons in locating materials utilizing both traditional and on-line sources; advises and/or recommends titles when appropriate, demonstrate use of on-line catalog; trains patrons and students in library skills; assist patron's use of specialized library equipment.
• Pack and unpack boxes of books for delivery between branches and libraries (Sonoma/Lake/Mendocino Counties); sort and scan by destination, prepare hold slip for patron pickup.  Locate and pull requested hold-list books.
• Assist in cataloguing and processing of new materials; assigns Dewey Decimal numbers and subject headings; inputs and edits records; provides original records as needed; prepares books for circulation.
• Miscellaneous problem solving, searching for lost books, memo writing, processing mail, order supplies, mend books and audio/video cases, place covers on books, maintain vertical information file, organize and update files, maintain and archive newspapers and/or magazines, shelve books, CDs, Videos etc.
• Participate the promotion of the library services through public relations, publicity, endorsement of library events, marketing, community awareness drives, fundraising and other activities
• Maintain statistical records of materials cataloged and stored.
• Count, balance and prepare money collected for deposit.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Education and Experience:
Associate's degree or equivalent from an accredited two-year college or technical school; and one to two years of progressively responsible related library experience; or, a combination of related education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Licenses and Certifications:
None.

• Modern principles and practices of library science, cataloguing systems, terminology, technology and management.
• Principles and practices of public relations and customer service.
• Standard reference materials, information sources and research techniques.
• Appropriate literature, both current and forthcoming in area of assignment.
• Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar, punctuation, and vocabulary.
• Community interests and needs.
• Electronically based information systems related to library operations and services.

• Communicating orally in a courteous manner with internal staff, citizens, and other departmental staff.
• Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Organizing work, setting priorities, meeting critical deadlines, and following up on assignments with a minimum of direction.
• Typing from rough draft or printed text using a word processor or typewriter.
• Using tact, discretion, initiative and independent judgment within established guidelines.
• Record keeping, report preparation, filing methods and records management techniques.
• Operating and routine maintenance of general office machines.

• Ability to provide assistance to the public.
• Ability to provide effective service and communicate with patrons and staff.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as operation and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Ability to draft and type correspondence.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; lift and/or move up to 10 pounds; and speak and hear.
• While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

Important Application Information:

• It is your responsibility to demonstrate through your application materials how you meet the minimum qualifications of the position/s for which you apply. 
• You must complete all sections of the application.  A résumé or other information you feel will help us evaluate your qualifications may be attached to your completed application, but will not be accepted in lieu of completing any part of the application.  Blank applications that contain only a résumé or those that reference “see résumé” will be rejected as incomplete.
• Check your application before submitting to ensure it is complete and correct; no new or additional information will be accepted after the closing date.
• Inquiry will be made of your former and current employers; please provide the names and telephone numbers of supervisors on your application. 
• You must provide the names and contact information of at least three (3) references (not relatives) that have knowledge of your job skills, experience, ability and/or character. 
• Application materials are the property of Mendocino County and will not be returned.
• It is your responsibility to keep your NEOGOV profile updated, including any changes to your telephone number or address. Failure to do so may result in missed notification of exams or interviews.
• The exam process listed on this flyer is tentative. Mendocino County reserves the right to make necessary modifications to the examination plan. Such revisions will be in accordance with approved personnel standards.  Should a change be made, applicants will be notified.
• The provisions of this job bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract.

Examination Process: All complete applications will be reviewed; incomplete applications will not be considered. Based on the number of qualified candidates, applicants meeting the job requirements and qualifications will be invited to participate in an oral examination (weight 100) or an unassembled exam, consisting of an evaluation of education and experience as stated on the application form. The examination process will test the knowledge and abilities described above. A minimum score of 70 must be attained for placement on the employment list. 

Special Testing: If you require special testing arrangements to accommodate a disability or religious conviction you must contact Human Resources at 707.234.6600 prior to the test date to make your requirements known.  You must provide enough advance notice to allow Human Resources to properly review and evaluate your request. 

Special Requirements: Employment in some County departments or positions may require the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background, which may include fingerprinting, and/or a medical examination, which may include drug screening.

This announcement is a synopsis of duties and requirements of this job. To review the complete classification specification and benefits, please see the HR website. Applications must be submitted to the Human Resources Department by the final filing date.   

The County of Mendocino is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Salary : $18 - $22