Description: Join us in enriching the lives of Palo Alto residents through engaging library services! The Palo Alto City Library is looking for two dynamic Librarians who are innovative, organized, and enjoy conducting public library programming. If you are passionate about community outreach, consider joining our team in the
Adult Technology and
Youth Services divisions. These positions will collaborate closely with our management team and professional staff to craft and coordinate cutting-edge programs and services that amplify our library's impact in the community.
Youth Services
The Youth Services Librarian will be instrumental in developing captivating programs and services for children spanning from infancy to young adulthood. This role demands creativity, effective communication skills, and a dedication to advancing literacy and lifelong learning among our young patrons, providing a significant opportunity to demonstrate your enthusiasm for inspiring young minds and nurturing a love for reading and learning.
Adult Technology
The Adult Services Digital Literacy Librarian will lead efforts to expand our library's services through high-quality programs and support for adult patrons, focusing on serving retiree/elderly-age customers, marginalized and underserved groups, recently immigrated community members, and anyone interested in leveraging technology to enrich their lives. This position will also collaborate with our Digital Services Team on our award-winning Reboot Service technology and digital literacy programs. If you thrive on exploring new technologies and helping others navigate the digital world, this position offers an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact.
If you are a self-directed, experienced, and forward-thinking library professional who is dedicated to making a positive impact in the community and passionate about shaping library services and programs to meet the evolving needs of our diverse community, we encourage you to apply today. Ideal Candidate
- Demonstrates savvy with technology and up-to-date knowledge of emerging library trends in programming, web content creation, and marketing for youth and adults.
- Proficient in utilizing databases, online references, and social media platforms.
- Effective communicator adept at engaging both the public and colleagues.
- Enjoys collaborating with community members to craft engaging and enriching experiences.
- Possesses strong problem-solving abilities and exercises independent judgment.
- Flexible availability, including weekends and evenings.
- Bilingual skills are highly desired.
Work Schedule/Location:
- Adult Services Digital Literacy Librarian: Sunday-Thursday (including evenings as needed). A ssigned to the Mitchell Park Library located at 3700 Middlefield Road, Palo Alto, CA 94303.
- Youth Services Librarian: Tuesday-Saturday (including evenings as needed). A ssigned to the Children's Library located at 1276 Harriet Street, Palo Alto, CA 94301.
Benefits: Fantastic benefits package, to learn more click, Here .
Compensation (SEIU): Comprehensive compensation plan, to learn more click, Here .
This position is represented by Service Employee International Union position (SEIU).
Essential Duties:Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:- Conducts library programs for children and adults; conducts tours and classes.
- Conducts reference interviews and analyzes, interprets and answers inquiries utilizing resources in Palo Alto Libraries as well as other libraries and the community, referring unusual questions to a Senior Librarian (Librarian II) or supervisor; assists customers in use of facility including catalog, indexes, reference books and technology.
- Performs library programming, including planning, coordination, promotion and the implementation of programs; cooperates with other City Departments, community and library groups with program co-sponsorship.
- Prepares displays to market the library's collection; writes regular newsletter articles, book reviews and program announcements for e-newsletters and publications; assists with social media.
- Maintains library web pages; updates online calendars; contributes calendar items to community organizations and data-bases.
- Selects and de-selects library materials in one or more subject areas based on knowledge of budget available, collection size, analysis of community usage patterns and other criteria; processes discarded materials.
Minimum Qualifications:Sufficient education, training and/or work experience to demonstrate possession of the following knowledge, skills and abilities, which would typically be acquired through:- Master's Degree in Library and Information Science or related education preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Basic knowledge of public library collections, serial organization, standard reference materials, principles of library cataloging and classification, programs for children, philosophy of public service and book selection principles required as they relate to particular assignment.
- Knowledge of databases and online references sources.
- Knowledge of social media and technology.
- Ability to work effectively with public and co-workers in variety of circumstances.
- Ability to work varied schedules including early mornings, evenings and weekends.
- Ability to use independent and sound judgment to resolve problems.
- Ability to effectively communicate complex data both orally and in writing in English to public and staff.
- Ability to train and direct work of temporary, clerical, paraprofessional and/or volunteer employees.
- Ability to interpret and apply procedures and policies of the library, organize work assignments, recognize priorities, understand and follow written and oral directions.
- Ability to use computer terminal effectively, learn to use Library computer systems and teach public use of computers and audio-visual equipment.
- Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities which may include standing or sitting for extended periods of time and operating assigned office equipment.
- Ability to communicate with others and to assimilate and understand information, in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
- Ability to speak and be understood in the English language.
- Ability to operate assigned equipment.
- Ability to make sound decisions in a manner consistent with the essential job functions.
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Supplemental Information:Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:
Work in a library environment with the public; sustained posture in a standing, walking or seated positions for prolonged periods of time; some bending, lifting, crouching and pushing; performs repetitive small hand and arm motions for prolonged periods of time; may travel to other library facilities; exposes to computer screens for prolonged periods of time.
Selection Process:
- Applicants will receive recruitment status notifications via email (governmentjobs.com account also has notification status updates).
- Applicants will be screened throughout the posting process and highly qualified candidates may be invited to interview at any time.
- The screening process for this position typically may include a virtual recorded interview and/or panel interviews preceding final interviews with the hiring manager or their designee.
Technical Support:
Our online application system is provided by NeoGov. If you have problems while applying online, please contact NeoGov's Live Applicant Support at (855) 524-5627 between 6:00 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday - Friday.
The City of Palo Alto is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
The City of Palo Alto offers its employees a generous benefit package, featuring family medical coverage, retirement, life insurance, plus 12 paid holidays per year. - Participation in a Governmental 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
- Fully paid employee and dependent Dental Plan
- Fully paid employee and dependent Vision Plan
- Fully paid Life and AD&D insurance equal to annual salary
- Flat Rate City paid medical contribution which may allow employees to select a fully paid health plan
- Fully paid Life Insurance equal to one-times annual salary
- Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability plan
- 12 annual paid holidays
- Two to five weeks vacation annually depending on years of service per MOA
- 96 hours annual sick leave
- Direct Deposit
- Flexible Spending Account for Healthcare and Childcare expenses
Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS)
- 2% at60 formula for Classic Employees
- One-year final compensation for 2% at 60 employees
- 2% at 62 formula for New CalPers Members
- Three-year final compensation for 2% at 62 employees only
- Retiree Medical benefits for employee and dependents after 10 years of service
Please note: The City does not participate in CA State Disability Insurance (SDI) or Social Security.Since they City does not participate in SDI, City employees are not eligible to claim against the State's Pregnancy Disability Leave or Paid Family Leave programs.
Closing Date/Time: 8/5/2024 11:59 PM Pacific
