Salary: $31.26 - $46.19 Hourly
Location : Alameda, CA
Job Type: Part Time
Job Number: 2023-3528-01
Department: Library Department
Opening Date: 05/31/2023
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Bargaining Unit: PT
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Nature of Position

Our Part-Time Library Specialist I will perform a wide variety of professional library work involving reference services, library collections development, and services for young adults and adults in both a main library and neighborhood library setting.
The successful candidate for this position must have graduated from an American Library Association accredited college or university with a Master of Library Science (M.L.S.) or Master of Library and Information Services (M.L.I.S.) degree or be in the final semester working toward this degree. The successful candidate will also have a flexible schedule of availability to include weekends, evenings and/or on-call work.
Examples of Duties

1. Providing excellent customer service in person, by phone, email, and chat.
2. Using the library catalog and digital resources to provide general information, reference assistance, and readers' guidance to patrons.
3. Instructing and assisting patrons in the use of the library's catalog, digital resources, equipment, and technology.
4. Developing reading lists and book displays to highlight various library collections.
5. Assisting in the development, implementation, and evaluation of library programs and services.
6. Maintaining specific areas of the collection, including assessment, selection, and deselection of materials.
7. Attending outreach events to promote the library and its services in the community.
8. May provide lead direction and training to technical and clerical personnel and volunteers.

Employment Standards

Education/Experience
Any combination equivalent to education and experience likely to provide the required knowledge and
abilities. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:

Education:
Graduation, or in the final semester of graduating from an American Library Association accredited college or university with a Master of Library Science or Master of Library and Information Services Degree is required

Experience:
No experience required, however, one year of professional library experience is desirable.

Desirable:
One year of library experience; knowledge of computer-based information resources and applications in a public library; customer service experience; good public speaking skills; self-starter with initiative and enthusiasm to work on on-going projects.
Knowledge:
Knowledge of modern public library organization, objectives, services and their application; principles, laws, policies, methods, and practices of public library administration; modern library equipment operation, including electronic information retrieval systems and online catalogs; library classification, circulation, and cataloging; reference techniques and practices; collection development; and library materials.

Ability:
Ability to effectively perform professional library work; promote interest in library services; assist in developing and implementing library programs and services which meet community needs; perform technical library tasks and operate computerized and other library equipment with speed and accuracy; interpret, apply and explain established policies and procedures; establish and maintain accurate records; plan, administer and evaluate work programs and schedules; interpret and analyze information; clearly define problems and develop solutions; prepare reports; set priorities, meet deadlines and make sound decisions; maintain level of knowledge required for satisfactory job performance; communicate effectively; establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees and the general public and supervise, train and evaluate assigned clerical staff.
Other Requirements
Selected positions require possession of a valid California Driver's License and satisfactory driving record as a condition of initial and continued employment.
Salary Range:
The appointment for this position will be Step 1 of the salary range.
APPLICATIONS:
Apply ONLINE at http://www.alamedaca.gov/Departments/Administration/Human-Resources. Applications must be filed no later than 5 p.m. on the last date to apply. No photocopies or facsimiles accepted. It is the applicant's responsibility to allow adequate delivery time. R esumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed City Application.
E-VERIFY: The City of Alameda utilizes the Federal government's E-Verify program and new employees must provide documentation to establish both identity and work authorization, which includes showing a valid United States Social Security card at the time of hire (photocopies not accepted).
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: The City of Alameda encourages minorities, women and the disabled to apply. It is the City's policy that all aspects of employment and promotion shall be without regard to sex, marital status or disability (except where dictated by requirements of the position), race, sexual orientation, political affiliation, religious creed, color, national origin or age. Qualified disabled persons must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. No individual may pose a direct threat to the health or safety of himself/herself or other individuals in the workplace. Barring undue hardship, reasonable accommodations can be made in the application and examination process for disabled individuals or for religious reasons. Requests for reasonable accommodation should be made in advance to the Human Resources Department. Hearing Impaired TDD (510) 522-7538.
The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
Part-time positions at the City of Alameda may be eligible for limited benefits.