Job Description
Salary : $82,457.64 - $100,227.84 Annually
Location : Commerce, CA
Job Type: FULL-TIME
Job Number: 2024-0320
Department: Library Services
Opening Date: 03/20/2024
Closing Date: 4/13/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
THE POSITION Under general supervision, provides journey level professional Librarian duties in support of library operations including utilizing current technology and traditional resources to meet the informational, educational and recreational needs of the community, selecting library materials, developing the library collections, designing programming appropriate for library patron audiences (i.e., adult, teen, children), assessing community needs, identifying and implementing programs aligned to library trends, providing reference advisory services, and promoting library usage.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES The following duties ARE NOTintended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
- Performs reference, patron advisory and information services in a pleasant, constructive and cooperative manner; assists patrons of all ages with reference questions and selection of books, magazines, and other print and non-print materials.
- Provides information and interpretation concerning library services, policies and procedures.
- Coordinates, promotes, and presents library programs and services to meet the informational, educational, and recreational needs of the community.
- Provides library collections, professional library reference and research services using specialized databases, internet services and Inter-library loan resources; researches multiple databases to determine availability of items and correct source of borrowing; processes book and media requests.
- Assists with collection development; reviews and evaluates current collection and recommends the removal of books, media and other resources that are no longer appropriate for the collection; monitors expenditures and budget.
- Assists in determining and developing library programs and services; plans and conducts special library events.
- Speaks to community groups, local businesses and schools, and develops and distributes marketing materials to promote the Library's social media, online databases and programs; promotes reading and literacy programs.
- Oversees library security and ensures patrons comply with policies and procedures; conducts special research assignments, program development projects and community events as assigned.
- Maintains the absolute confidentiality of all records and information.
- Operates technologically advanced computer equipment, databases, fax machines, tablets and PCs.
- Assists patrons in accessing e-books and other digital materials provide by the library on e-readers, computers, smartphones and other technological devices.
- Performs related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: Master's degree from an ALA accredited institution with major coursework in library science OR completion of the degree within six (6) months of the appointment.
AND
Two (2) years of experience with public library, preferably in Children Services, Teen Services or Adult Services.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS Required Licenses or Certifications: Must possess a valid California driver's license and safe driving record.
Benefit Summary for City of Commerce Full-Time Employees The following information is a brief description of benefits available for full-time employees. (For part-time employee benefits please click here: Part-Time Employee Benefits. To view Executive Management benefits, please click here: Executive Management Fringe Benefits).
Health Benefits City paid Medical up to a cap of the monthly premium for employees and eligible dependents. Employees may choose from the following insurance plans:
- Blue Shield Access +
- Blue Shield Trio HMO
- Anthem Select HMO
- Anthem Traditional HMO
- Kaiser of California
- Health Net Smart Care
- Health Net Salud y Mas
- UnitedHealthcare Signature Value Alliance
- UnitedHealthcare Signature Value EPO Harmony
- PERS Platinum
- PERS Gold
Vision Coverage Provided by VSP (Vision Service Provider) The City pays 100% of the monthly premium for employees and eligible dependents. This benefit includes one eye exam, one pair of lenses and a one-year supply of contact lenses per year.
Dental Coverage Provided by UMR The City pays 100% of the monthly premium for employees and eligible dependents. The maximum benefit per calendar year per covered person is $2,000. The lifetime maximum benefit for orthodontic expenses per covered person is $3,000.
Life Insurance Every full-time employee is provided Term life insurance equal to his/her annual salary with a maximum of $150,000.
Short-Term Disability Standard Insurance Full-time employees must be employed a minimum of 30 days prior to receiving short-term disability benefits. There is a 29-day waiting eligibility period, and the maximum allotted time period is 180 days.
Long-Term Disability Standard Insurance Coverage begins when an employee's disability period exceeds the 180th day timeline under short-term disability. The maximum allotted time period is determined by age when the disability begins.
Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) Retirement Benefit Effective July 1, 2013, NEW CalPERS employee members will commence paying an employee contribution of 6.75%. A new employee who is not a member of CalPERS or is a former CalPERS member who has been out of CalPERS for six (6) months or more will be eligible to enroll in the City's 2% @ 62 Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
Effective July 1, 2014 "Classic" CalPERS employee members will be eligible to enroll in the City's 2% @ 55 CalPERS Retirement formula and will contribute a 7% employee contribution towards CalPERS Defined Benefit Pension Plan.
See the CalPers Retirement Plan booklet or visit their website for more detailed and valuable plan information, including a retirement benefit calculator.
Deferred Compensation The City contributes $25 per pay period and shall match an employee's deferred compensation in an amount not to exceed 3% of the employee's gross salary contribution per pay period.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) The City pays 100% of the monthly premium for employees and eligible household members. Service is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year by calling (888) 293-6948. This free and confidential brief counseling and referral service is designed to help employees and their household members resolve personal matters that may impact their work or home life.
Easy Eight Trip Reduction Program Employees are eligible to participate in the Easy Eight Trip Reduction Program. Employees who carpool eight (8) days in a month are eligible to receive $25 per month for ridesharing / carpooling.
Additional Benefits - 12 paid annual holidays
- Administrative leave: The City offers 80 hours of administrative leave per year for exempt employees
- Colonial and Aflac insurance: This is available to employees at employee cost
- City offers Pre-Tax flexible spending accounts, up to a maximum of $2,500 each per year
- Credit Union: City employees are eligible to join the F&A Federal Credit Union
- Flexible work schedules
- Generous vacation, sick leave and bereavement leave
- City participates in Social Security
01
Do you possess a Masters Degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution or completion of the degree within six months of the appointment?
02
How many year's of public library experience do you possess ?
- Less than 2 year's of public library experience.
- 2-3 year's of public library experience.
- 3-4 year's of public library experience.
- 5 or more year's of public library experience.
03
In what divisions/ areas of the library do you possess the most experience?
Required Question
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