The Department:
The Library Department has positioned itself as a dynamic community hub, providing access to information, literacy resources, educational programming, and promotes civic engagement in Santa Clara. The Library Department is organized into seven divisions: Administration, Adult Services, Branch Services, Customer Services, Facilities, Technical and Technology Services and Youth Services. Santa Clara City Library is in the process of finalizing and implementing its new Strategic Plan that will support the direction of future library services.
The Position: 
The Library Program Coordinator – Reference is a professional position in the classified service responsible for the Adult Services division of the Santa Clara City Library with responsibilities including information and educational sharing and resource delivery, planning, providing, and coordinating specialized programs for the community, coordinating staff activities, manage assigned library physical and digital collections and resources, assigning, reviewing, and supervising the work of library staff, and is part of the Library's Management Team. Adult Services also includes specialized collections such as a robust genealogy and local history collection, and a world languages collection. Specific knowledge of a program area is required. Incumbents in this position will need to be collaborative, innovative, enthusiastic, and team-oriented individuals committed to fostering positive working relationships with great interpersonal skills to deliver high quality services that meet the community's needs. This position requires strong leadership skills, ability to follow through, vision-thinking and creativity, possess a high capacity to meet work demands, and independence in making judgment to assist in leading strategic department initiatives.
Additional Information: 
Applications must be filled out completely (e.g. do not write “see resume, NA, or personnel file.”). To receive consideration for the screening process, candidates must submit a 1) Cover Letter and, 2) Resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Application packets may be submitted online through the “Apply Now” feature on the job announcement at www.santaclaraca.gov. Applications must be submitted by the filing deadline of May 13, 2024 at 4:00 PM.
THIS RECRUITMENT MAY BE USED TO FILL MULTIPLE POSITIONS IN THIS, OR OTHER DIVISIONS OR DEPARTMENTS BESIDES THE POSITIONS LISTED BELOW. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN EMPLOYMENT IN THIS CLASSIFICATION, YOU SHOULD APPLY TO ENSURE YOU ARE CONSIDERED FOR ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES THAT MAY UTILIZE THE APPLICANTS FROM THIS RECRUITMENT.MEETING THE MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS DOES NOT GUARANTEE ADMITTANCE INTO THE EXAMINATION PROCESS. ONLY THE MOST QUALIFIED CANDIDATES WHO DEMONSTRATE THE BEST COMBINATION OF QUALIFICATIONS IN RELATION TO THE REQUIREMENTS AND DUTIES OF THE POSITION WILL BE INVITED TO TEST OR INTERVIEW.  
The annual salary range for this position is $98,844.00 - $126,456.00. This position will be filled at or near the bottom of the salary range.
Follow this link to view the entire Class Specification, which includes more information on Typical Duties and Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.
 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 
Minimum Requirements:• Possession of a Master’s Degree in Library/Information Science* from an American Library Association accredited library school and• Three (3) years of increasingly responsible professional library experience and• Knowledge of standard reference sources, as well as classic literature, popular genres, and current publishing trends for adults is required and • Experience in providing public library reference service using a variety of sources and information formats, including electronic formats is required  
Acceptable Substitution: 
None.
License/Certifications: 
Possession of an appropriate, valid California driver's license is required at time of appointment and for the duration of employment
*College course credits and degrees from institutions outside the United States and its territories must be translated (if necessary) and evaluated before they will be accepted to meet minimum qualifications for the City of Santa Clara classifications. Information on degree evaluation can be found here.
Desirable Qualifications: 

• Experience scheduling staff, coordinating the work of others, and management of a significant project is desirable 
• Supervisory experience of professional, paraprofessional, page, or volunteer staff is desirable
• Knowledge of Innovative Interfaces Millennium Library Services Database is desirable

Other Requirements: 

• Performs physical tasks, such as lifting and moving library materials and equipment weighing up to 10 lbs., stooping, reaching, kneeling, and walking up and down stairs 
• Must be able to perform all the essential functions of the job assignment
• May be required to work evenings and weekends

Candidates must attain a passing score on each phase of the examination process to qualify for the Eligible List. A department interview will be required prior to appointment.

Federal law requires all employees to provide verification of their eligibility to work in this country. Please be informed that the City of Santa Clara will not sponsor, represent, or sign documents related to visa applications/transfers for H1B or any other type of visa which requires an employer application.  
 
PERMANENT CITY EMPLOYEES PREFERENCE POINTS: Current permanent employee candidates who receive a passing score on the examination will have an additional five (5) points added to their final score.
The City of Santa Clara is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants for all job openings will be considered without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status or any other consideration made unlawful under any federal, state or local laws. The City of Santa Clara is committed to offering reasonable accommodations to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us at (408) 615-2080 or HumanResources@santaclaraca.gov.