Library Services Director jobs in Petaluma, CA

The Position

Ideal Candidate

These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.

• Oversees the delivery of a variety of Recreational programs and activities for various groups
• Recruits, hires, trains, supervises, schedules, and evaluates staff, providing program leadership
• Coordinates facility availability and access for programs
• Designs flyers, posters, information packets, activity guides, press releases, and other public information materials
• Prepares a variety of correspondence and reports
• Makes recommendations regarding program and activity requirements and modifications
• Makes recommendations regarding program policies and procedures
• Responds to inquiries and complaints from the public regarding program activities
• Coordinates social functions and excursions
• Recruits volunteers and contacts business regarding resources for special events
• Works with schools, businesses, and other community organizations in community partnership to deliver programs
• Oversees the performance of contractors providing services
• Ensures program availability under the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act
• Reviews and submits expense reports and assists in providing information regarding budget requests
• Orders program supplies and requests facilities' maintenance and repairs
• Reviews time cards for accuracy
• Maintains records and conducts research regarding information in program areas
• Collects and balances activity registration fees and follows up when fees are not received
• Performs a variety of office activities related to program functions
• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker in the event of a disaster or emergency
• Performs related duties as assigned

Qualifications and Requirements

Sufficient education, training and/or experience to perform the required duties of a Part-Time Community Services Coordinator.

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND/OR EXPERIENCE:(positions in this class typically require)

• Two years of responsible work experience in recreational and cultural program activities
• Some related college-level course work is desirable
  
  LICENSING/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License and a good driving record.
• Current and valid Basic CPR Certificate and First Aid Certificates.
  
  SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Pursuant to the California Public Response Code 5164, all applicants for positions involving supervisory or disciplinary authority over a minor must complete and submit a CPR Code 5164.
• Per California State Law, smoking is not permitted inside City facilities/vehicles or within 20 feet of main entrances, exits, and operable windows.
• Work nights, weekends, and holidays as required
  
  KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Recreational programs and activities offered by the City
• Community Services' policies, procedures, division's Community Services' philosophy
• Basic CPR and first aid
• Recreational programs for children
• Safe work practices and risk management policies and procedures
• Principles of supervision and training, modern office procedures, including basic financial record keeping and basic math
• English usage, spelling, vocabulary, grammar, and punctuation
• Basic principles of marketing and public relations
• Standard office practices and procedures
• Principles and concepts of Community Services' program design and delivery
• Child and elder abuse reporting guidelines
• Provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act relating to program accessibility
• Techniques for scheduling staff and programs at a variety of locations
• Records retention requirements and filing systems
  
  SKILL TO:
• Safely lift and move items such as chairs, tables, and recreational equipment
  
  ABILITY TO:
• Oversee the delivery of a variety of recreational programs and special events
• Effectively supervise staff and volunteers in working with the general public
• Conduct needs' assessments, recognize program needs, and recommend modifications
• Prepare clear, concise and effective advertising materials and correspondence
• Operate a personal computer and job-related software
• Understand and carry out oral and written directions
• Apply judgment, discretion and initiative
• Become familiar with and enforce safety rules and procedures and regulations regarding the use of public facilities
• Perform manual work requiring physical strength, agility, and endurance
• Deal courteously with the public under a wide variety of circumstances
• Prepare reports regarding work activities
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships
• Learn and utilize new technology

Additional Information

Position requires sitting, prolonged standing, walking, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, squatting, and stooping in the performance of daily work activities. The position also requires grasping, repetitive hand movement, and fine coordination in preparing written materials, reports, and correspondence using a computer keyboard. Additionally, the position requires near and far vision. Hearing is required when providing phone and face-to-face customer service. The incumbent may work with individuals that may display acting-out behavior. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The employee may occasionally use City vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

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INFORMATION SUBJECT TO CHANGE

• Free memebership to the Callinan Sports & Fitness Center
• You will receive $1.00 /hour for any hours worked between (9pm -7am).
  • In addition, you will receive overtime pay at 1.5 times your regular hourly rate for any hours worked on a City recognized holiday.
• Sick hour accrual - 1 hour of paid sick leave for every thirty (30) hours worked beginning on the first day of employment.