Librarian - Adult Services

*This recruitment is open until filled. Early submissions are encouraged as applications will be reviewed on a regular and ongoing basis.*  

The City of Oxnard's Cultural and Community Services Department is seeking an Adult Services Librarian. Oxnard Public Library is looking for a team-focused librarian with a focus on adult services and programming. This role will be responsible for general interest programming as well as adult age programming.   

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate adult programming and outreach for a diverse community.

• Serve patrons on the reference desk through reference questions, readers advisory, and basic technology requests.

• Assist patrons with basic digital literacy questions.

• Assist on the circulation desk checking books in, and assisting patrons checking out.

• Select and maintain adult collections as assigned.

• Create displays and marketing material to engage the community in and outside of the library.

• Excellent customer service and the ability to resolve customer questions, concerns, and complaints.

• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

PAYROLL/CLASSIFICATION TITLE: 

Librarian 

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:     This classification is distinguished from the Library Technician Senior in that it provides journey-level professional library services.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED:  Receives general supervision and is expected to prioritize work to meet deadlines and to keep the supervisor informed of issues that would impact achievement of a deadline, organizational policy or procedure or in consideration of risk management.

This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.

• Provides library services and professional support to the public; performs opening and closing procedures; responds to inquiries and reference requests; performs reference searches and provides resources or referrals; reviews and resolves customer service issues.
• Plans, implements and promotes assigned programs and events; schedules resources; recommends and develops library collection for assigned area and monitors related budget; promotes library services and performs outreach within the community and with school groups and other organizations.
• Provides technical guidance and instruction to patrons and staff on the use of online catalog and library resources, print materials and various related technology and equipment. May assist in recruiting, scheduling and training volunteers and reviewing work assignments.
• This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.
• Maintains digital resources and database systems; prepares reports and program documentation; orders and maintains program resources; assists with circulation support services as needed.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and level as assigned.

EDUCATION:

•  Master’s degree in Library Science from a ALA accredited program.

EXPERIENCE: 

• Two (2) years of public library experience.

LICENSING/CERTIFICATIONS: 

• None required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to speak and understand English to effectively communicate with fellow employees, customers, and vendors

APPLICATION PROCESS:

• Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.

• Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required. 

• Upload resume, cover letter, proof of degree (transcript), or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The list of qualified candidates that is established from this recruitment may be used to fill other full-time, part-time, and temporary assignments as vacancies arise. There are currently two (2) full-time vacancies within the Library Division.  

The selected candidate must pass a thorough background investigation.

UNION MEMBERSHIP: Positions in this classification are represented by the Service Employees International Association (SEIU).

Note:
For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.

Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.

City staff may be required to play an active role in the event of an emergency, which may include changes in responsibilities and working hours.

This position requires a twelve (12) month probationary period.

Employees are required to participate in the City's direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public Employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for people/individuals with disabilities.  If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date.  Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT: On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify

For questions, please contact: Brenna Perteet at brenna.perteet@oxnard.org 

NOTE: 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.