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Librarian (Entry)
Recruitment #15-342010-01
| Approximate Salary | $47,803.45 - $58,105.39/year |
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| Opening Date | 7/17/2015 08:00:00 AM |
| Final Filing Date | 7/31/2015 5:00:00 PM |
| Contact Information | Carlise Mickens (707) 784-6188 |
| Type of Recruitment | Open Competitive |
Introduction
"Unlock the Doors to Your Mind"
Solano County Library is a progressive and innovative library with secure funding and widespread support from the community. The Solano County Library is guided in its mission to enrich the lives of the people in the County by a Strategic Plan, which is community focused, staff inspired, and outreach oriented. The Library serves the community with eight branches and virtual services in five of the seven cities in Solano County with a staff of 108 FTE. The community showed its strong support by the passage of a dedicated sales tax measure in 1998 and a 80% yes vote in the June 2012 election continued the sales tax measure until 2030.
The Position
This class is the entry-level position of the Librarian series. The Librarian (Entry) provides general library services encompassing reference, reader advisory, and library materials selection activities to meet the general information needs of the public.
The current vacancies are for a part-time, regular children's librarian, and a full-time, regular young adult/adult librarian. The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill part-time and full-time regular, limited term, or extra-help positions as vacancies occur or the need arises.
THE DUTIES
Depending upon assignment, duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
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Advise and assist library customers; respond to reference questions; demonstrate the use of on-line library catalogs, databases, digital resources and other resources.
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Create, promote, implement and evaluate library programs for youths and adults; conduct tours and classes.
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Serve as a selector of library materials; and oversee the development as well as deaccessioning of titles in the assigned area(s).
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Develop contacts and relationships with and conduct outreach to community groups and schools.
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Market the library's collection; write articles and program announcements for the library’s publications; assist with social media.
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Prepare reports and other written communication; maintain statistics.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Education: Possession of a Master's Degree in Library Science from an accredited college or university is required;
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Experience: No experience required.
To view the job description for this position, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15870
BENEFITS
n Solano County offers a cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits, offered through CalPERS. The County contribution for family coverage for the 2015 calendar year is $1,393.18 per month. The County offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive medical insurance coverage.
n Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible dependents are paid 100% by the County.
n Solano County participates in CalPERS retirement and contributes to Social Security.
n Vacation is accrued at approximately 10 days per year for the first 3 years. Sick leave accrues at approximately 12 days per year.
n The County observes 12 fixed, paid holidays per year.
n Employees are eligible to receive an additional 2.5% longevity pay, per level, after the completion of continuous service at 10, 20, 25, and 30 years.
n Part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week are eligible to participate in the County's benefits plans. Contributions are prorated based on the full time equivalency.
To review the benefits for this position, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=16512
Selection Process
7/31/15 - Deadline to submit application and required documents.
8/10/15 - Tentative week for Oral Board interviews. Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a written and/or practical exam, an oral interview, or any combination listed. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process. All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change. RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees
How to Apply
Please visit the County of Solano website, www.jobsatsolanocounty.com, to apply. Additional application materials as requested in the job announcement must be submitted with a document cover sheet, available on the County's employment website: http://www.jobaps.com/Solano/sup/doccover.pdf or at the of Human Resources’ office, and are due by the final filing date.
Previously submitted application materials for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.
Questions can be directed to the Human Resources Department at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield. The office is open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA
Document Submittal Requirements
A Master's degree in Library Science is required for this position. Applicants must submit either a copy of their degree OR official/unofficial transcripts which verify the date and degree conferred by the final filing deadline. Failure to submit verification of this education requirement will result in immediate disqualification from further consideration in the recruitment process.
Previously submitted application materials for prior recruitments will not be applied for this recruitment but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.
How to Submit Your Documents
In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents in-person or by mail at Solano County Department of Human Resources 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800, Fairfield CA 94533, or by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. When submitting documents in-person, by mail or by fax, include the recruitment title (Librarian - Entry) and the recruitment number (15-342010-01). If submitting by email, please include the recruitment name and number in the subject line.
Supplemental Questionnaire
This Supplemental Questionnaire will be used to determine applicants’ qualifications for this position and whether they will continue in the recruitment process; therefore, applicants are encouraged to answer all questions thoroughly and completely. Omitted information will not be considered or assumed. Applicants who have no experience in a specific area are recommended to state "no experience in this area" instead of leaving the space blank.
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Please indicate which position interests you: |
| Children's Librarian |
| Young Adult/Adult Librarian |
| Both Children's Librarian AND Young Adult/Adult Librarian |
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If you indicated that you are interested in the Children's Librarian position, please describe: 1) how your education and work experiences have prepared you for the position, and 2) what skills or characteristics do you have that you feel would be especially useful if you were the successful candidate for this position? |
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If you indicated that you are interested in the Young Adult/Adult Librarian position, please describe: 1) how your education and work experiences have prepared you for the position, and 2) what skills or characteristics do you have that you feel would be especially useful if you were the successful candidate for this position? |
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What do you view as core library services? |
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Describe your experience with social media in a school/work environment, and how might you use social media in your work as a librarian? |
Special Requirements
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver’s license may be required for some positions.
Some positions allocated to this class may require bilingual skills.
Supplemental Information
Independent travel may be required.
Veterans Preference Points
To be eligible, applicants must have served at least 181 consecutive days of active duty in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received either an honorable discharge or a general discharge under honorable conditions. A copy of the DD214, showing discharge type, must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date.
Veteran applicants for initial County employment with an honorable or general discharge under honorable conditions shall have five (5) points added to their combined score. Disabled veterans (rated at not less than 30% disability) shall have ten (10) points added to their combined score. Veteran preference points will only be added to passing scores in competitive open examinations.
Americans With Disabilities Act
It is the policy of Solano County that all employment decisions and personnel policies will be applied equally to all County employees and applicants and be based upon the needs of County service, job related merit, and ability to perform the job.
APPLICANTS WITH DISABILITIES: Qualified individuals with a disability, who are able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, and need special testing arrangements, must complete the following Request for Testing Accommodation by Applicants with Disabilities Form: http://webstartadmin/civica/filebank/blobdload.asp?BlobID=6664.
This form must be received in the Human Resources Department by the final filing date of the recruitment. Applicants will be contacted to discuss the specifics of the request.
Solano County
Located 45 miles northeast of San Francisco and 45 miles southwest of Sacramento, Solano County is home to rolling hills, waterfronts and fertile farmland.
Located 45 miles northeast of San Francisco and 45 miles southwest of Sacramento, Solano County is home to rolling hills, waterfronts and fertile farmland.
Solano offers a blend of agriculture, corporate business, cultural venues, festivals and events, and provides
residents with many recreation and entertainment choices. The County is also home to Travis Air Force Base. With its strategic location, affordable housing, natural resources, responsible land use planning, and attractive quality of life, Solano County is a great place to live, learn, work and play.
County Population (January 2012): 413,786
The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.
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