Librarian II - Fontana*

San Bernardino County Library System is a highly interactive and fast-paced customer service environment. The Fontana Lewis Library & Technology Center is hiring for a Librarian II, who is responsible for planning, directing, and supervising professional library activities and services. Responsibilities also include outreach, developing special interest programs, and developing collections to meet community interests.  

Note: The Library System has 32 branches throughout the County. This recruitment is for the Fontana Lewis Library & Technology Center only. If you are not interested in employment in Fontana, you should not apply at this time. 

ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT

The San Bernardino County Library system is a dynamic network of 32 branch libraries that serve a diverse population over a vast geographic area. With a dedicated team of talented individuals, the San Bernardino County Library strives to provide equal access information, technology, programs, and services for all county residents. The County Library serves as a source for educational and recreational learning by offering use of computers, Wi-Fi availability, checking out books, and other free programs. For more information, visit https://sbclib.org/.

 

This positions offers excellent benefits for the employee and their dependents!  

Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must undergo a background check, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam. 

Work Schedule: This position requires regular weekend and evening work schedules.

Location: The current vacancy exists at the Fontana Lewis Library & Technology Center. Applicants that select they are available for the Fontana location and refuse a job offer or waive an interview based on location will be removed from the eligibility list. 

Travel/License: Travel throughout the County may be required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California Class C driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced and maintained for the individual providing the transportation.

Physical Requirements: Physical requirements of the position include the following: frequent reaching and bending; continuous walking and standing; continuous pushing and pulling; constant lifting of materials and books up to 25 pounds and frequent lifting up to 75 pounds.

Sponsorship: Please note San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Candidates may qualify through one (1) of the following options: 

Education: A completed Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.  

Experience: Two (2) years of full-time management experience in a library, retail, educational or customer service related industry, which includes full-scope supervision. Experience must include direct, in-person contact with the general public.

Education: A completed Associate's Degree or 60 semester units (90 quarter units) from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Four (4) years of full-time management experience in a library, retail, educational or customer service related industry, which includes full-scope supervision. Experience must include direct, in-person contact with the general public.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for serving youth; experience creating, implementing, and monitoring a wide array of programs; and possess strong leadership, communication, and customer service skills. A Master's degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) is highly desirable.

Application Procedure:  To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by Friday, November 8 at 5:00pm. Resumes will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the application and supplemental questionnaire. It is to your advantage to be explicit in your responses on the application and supplemental questionnaire You are encouraged to include detail descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will advance in the process.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application before the posted filing deadline.  Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline.  Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email.  We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.  

If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide, or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627.  Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.  

All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.

 

EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.  

 

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

 

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.