Librarian I
Deadline: December 2009
Librarian I
[Selective Certification]
Open Recruitment -All qualified individuals may apply
Closing Date -Friday, September 18, 2009 at 5:00 p.m.
Salary/Work Week --$28.94-$35.55 per hour, 37.5 hour work week
Civil Service Status-Classified (Job Code AP214)
THE POSITION
The City of Oakland is currently recruiting to fill several Librarian I vacancies with the Oakland Public Library. Incumbents in the Librarian I classification perform a variety of professional duties throughout the branches and Main Library divisions of the system. Librarian I assignments include assisting managers of neighborhood branches; working as specialized or general reference librarians at the Main Library; providing children's services and working as a cataloger. The scope of work for this position includes: developing readers' advisory programs; collection development and maintenance; classification and cataloging of materials in all formats; and developing and implementing a plan of service for specific populations such as children, multi-lingual, neighborhood and business communities. Incumbents must be able to work at any Oakland Public Library location. Selective certification may apply for positions that may require specific knowledge in Teen Services, Children's Services, or a specific foreign language. The Oakland Public Library currently has several vacancies that require bilingual conversational proficiency in Spanish or Cantonese. The eligibility list established from this examination may be used to fill other vacancies that may occur and permanent full-time and permanent part-time positions in this classification
Typical duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
- Conduct reference interviews with patrons to determine information needs and provide reference and reading guidance to children and adults including locating, selecting, and using various library materials; address special research needs
- Read professional reviews and evaluate books, magazines, audio, electronic media or other materials for addition to the library collections
- Analyze circulation, book loss or trends; withdrawn worn, dated and/or damaged materials from the collection
- Utilize and contribute to the maintenance of an accurate on-line bibliographic database, catalog materials and conduct on-line data base searches as needed
- Identify, select and order appropriate reference materials and other books and resources for adults and children
- Train staff, including volunteers, and provide lead direction on various related projects
- Prepare oral and written reports and draft library publicity
- Assist the Librarian-in-charge of a special library service such as Cataloging, Branch Office, Children's Room, Teen Services or collection, in managing the materials budget and monitoring facility needs
- Present programs on specific subjects; conduct outreach programs to promote Library services; explain library policies and procedures to public and agencies
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS FOR APPLICATION
Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum requirements is acceptable:
Education: A Master's degree in library science from and American Library Association accredited graduate program is required. Job training and/or special courses in library needs of the community, specialized areas of library services or technical areas are desirable. Applicants must submit verification of their MLS/MLIS degree, (i.e., graduate transcripts and/or a copy of diploma or verification from the college or university attended).
NOTE: Applicants currently attending and accredited MLS/MLIS graduate program may submit and application up to three months prior to receiving their accredited MLS/MLIS degree. Candidates who are three months or less away from receiving their award of degree must submit proof of enrollment and verification of anticipated graduation date to be considered. The MLS/MLIS degree must be completed and verified prior to an appointment to a Librarian I position. Applicants must submit acceptable verification, which can be college transcripts and/or notice from the college or university.
Experience: None required.
License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License will be required if assigned to drive the Bookmobile.
Selective Certification Requirements: Proficiency in a foreign language or special skills as a children's librarian is required for selective certification. This is a public contact position. Some positions within this classification may require bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, or Vietnamese. In keeping with Section 5.03 of the Civil Service Rules, eligible candidates whose names are certified to the hiring authority shall be the highest rankling candidates willing to accept employment and who possess bilingual skills in the language noted above. Bilingual skills will be tested prior to final offer of employment.
Additional Qualifications: Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin and Vietnamese are highly desirable.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of: computer-based information resources and applications in a public library environment; electronic networks and networking, including the Internet and World Wide Web; standard acquisition processes and evaluation tools; cataloging and classification principles and practices, particularly the Dewey Decimal System and Library of Congress Subject Headings; basic public relations, team building and supervision; current knowledge of best practices and trends in Library Science.
Ability to: design and implement in-house programs or services for specific populations; develop, coordinate and direct library programs in response to community needs with available resources; maintain effective interpersonal and inter-group relations with the schools, community groups, and various organizations; provide excellent customer service to individuals of all ages; serve a culturally diverse community; provide direction to paraprofessional and clerical level staff; perform on-line information retrieval in various electronic environments; locate, retrieve and interpret information in all formats; develop work plans and train staff; perform personnel evaluations; communicate effectively in both oral and written form; lift up to thirty (30) pounds in certain assignments; and establish and maintain relationships with those contacted in the execution of required duties.
THE SELECTION PROCESS
Stage I: The first stage in the selection process will consist of a review of each applicant employment application, current resume, transcripts or a copy of degree, and signed supplemental questionnaire for minimum qualifications (weighted pass/fail). Applications submitted without all required materials will not be given further consideration.
Stage II: The second stage may consist of subject matter experts evaluating and rating the completed supplemental questionnaire. Applicant responses to the supplemental questions must demonstrate the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section of this announcement. The evaluation of supplemental questions may be weighted 100% of an applicant score (before residency and/or veteran points) and may determine rank on the eligible list. If a sufficient number of quality application packets are received, the supplemental screening may be followed by a third stage and the most qualified applicants will be invited to the next stage. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement to Stage III.
Stage III: The third stage may consist of an oral examination that may be preceded by a brief written exercise weighted 100% and that will test the knowledge, skills and abilities listed in the qualifications section.
The ranked eligible list may be developed directly from the supplemental screening OR the results of Stage III. Candidates must earn a scale score of 70 in this examination process to be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration.
This City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity.
ADVISORIES
Immigration and Reform Control Act: In compliance with the Immigration and Reform Control Act of 1986 the City of Oakland will only hire individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States.
Legal: In compliance with local, state and federal laws and regulations, the City of Oakland will employ and promote qualified individuals without regard to disability. The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must do so no later than five working days after the final filing date for receipt of applications, otherwise it may not be possible to arrange accommodations for the selection process. Such requests should be addressed to M. Goodman, Office of Personnel, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-2019 or call (510) 238- 3112 or TDD (510) 238-6930.
Background Checks and Drug Testing: The City may conduct a criminal background check, credit check, and/or qualifications check for applicants depending on the position sought. Final applicants will be required to sign an informed consent authorization form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history, credit report, and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent authorization form will not be considered further for the position.
The City of Oakland is a drug-free workplace. Job offers for certain positions may also be contingent upon passing a drug test.
HOW TO APPLY
City of Oakland application documents may be obtained in person or by sending a self-addressed stamped envelope and request to the Office of Personnel, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612-2019. You may also call (510) 238-3112 for information.
You may access a copy of the City's announcement and a Microsoft Word or PDF version of the employment application and the following Internet address: www.oaklandnet.com. Click on City Jobs to view current openings or access the employment application.
DATE OF EXAMINATION
To Be Announced
