SENIOR LIBRARIAN

The Position

T he Riverside Public Library is accepting applications for the position of SENIOR LIBRARIAN. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

Under administrative direction, the Senior Librarian is to perform advanced professional library work; to direct, manage, and coordinate a group of library branch facilities, or; to serve as a management supervisor over a major service area in the Main Library or Automation Services, or; to manage and supervise the activities of a system-wide activity such as volunteers, collection development, reference services, audio visual, or youth services; to provide technical staff assistance to higher level management in a specialized subject area; and to perform other related duties as required.

About this position:
The current vacancy is for a Senior Librarian with extensive skills in collection development, acquisitions, cataloging, and outreach. The Senior Librarian will directly supervise two Librarians and oversee a six-person selection team.

The mission of the Riverside Public Library is to be the cultural and learning center for the community, encouraging the joy and wonder of reading, the wisdom of diverse ideas, and the power of lifelong learning. To learn more about the Library click here .

Work Performed

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervision of the Main Library staff and operations.
• Participate with other management staff in the development and implementation of library policies and procedures, goals, long-term objectives, and short-term planning.
• Develop and administer budgets; participate in the forecasting of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies.
• Research and prepare materials for grant applications on a local, state, or national level.
• Interview and select staff; schedule, assign, train, and evaluate subordinate personnel.
• Plan, organize, and supervise personnel and activities of several branch libraries; plan, organize, participate, and/or conduct regular scheduled meetings with branch supervisors; oversee the mechanical maintenance and physical upkeep of assigned branches.
• Develop, coordinate, evaluate, and recommend programs and services in the Main Library, Automation Services, or a system wide activity to meet community needs.
• Implement system-wide procedures, policies, and operating standards for library branches.
• Coordinate system-wide reference resources and programs.
• Perform a variety of advanced professional library work in specialized library functions.
• Respond to individual or group inquiries and/or complaints.
• Serve the Main Library as well as all branches system-wide in regard to troubleshooting operating complaints, diagnosing sources of problems, and providing training to library staff.
• Develop special projects, programs, and services to meet community needs; promote outreach and public awareness of programs.
• Initiate, develop, and maintain contact with community groups, organizations, and agencies, such as volunteers and Friends of the Library groups; make community presentations; serve on special committees and engage in public relations activities.
• Coordinate the development of a collection within the specialized subject area; and recommend standards and procedures for material selection and services system-wide.
• Recommend and coordinate library selections, books, and materials.
• Identify system-wide training needs; coordinate and participate in the development and presentation of staff training.
• Read professional publications and book reviews to keep informed on new publications, trends in publishing, automation, and public library practices.
• Attend and participate in local professional meetings related to assigned areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Education: Possession of a Master of Library Science Degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible professional library experience.

Necessary Special Requirement
Possession of an appropriate, valid class "C" California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

Highly Desirable Qualifications

• Two (2) years of collection development and acquisitions management at a medium to large library system.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience.
• Large budget management experience
• Experience collaborating with community organizations to promote library services and organize large-scale library programs.
  
  

Selection Process

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:
1) Completed Employment Application
2) Completed Supplemental Questionnaire
3) Resume
4) Cover Letter

FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE: ( Application Guide). (Download PDF reader) (Download PDF reader)

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment. You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions. Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/ physical examination .

NOTE : The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards. Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:
An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/ . An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.

Level II includes Senior Management, Management and Professional classifications (Exempt).

The City offers an attractive benefits package, the central provisions of which are as follows:

• Retirement for Classic Members - For employees hired after 1/1/2013 who are CLASSIC MEMBERS of California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12 and have not been separated from service from such agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2.7 % @ age 55; 3 year final compensation. The required employee contribution is 8%.The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
  

• Retirement for New Members - For employees hired 1/1/2013 or later and who ARE NOT a member of the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) or a reciprocal agency as of 12/31/12, or those who have been separated from a public agency which contracts with CalPERS or a reciprocal agency for six months or more, the retirement benefit shall be 2% at age 62; 3 year final compensation.The required employee contribution is 50% of the normal cost. And is subject to change per CalPERS every fiscal year. The City does not participate in Social Security; thus, employees do not bear this additional 6.2% expense.
  
• Health Insurance - The City offers six health insurance plans and contributes up to $1,516 per month for HMO plans (family coverage).
  
• Dental Insurance - The City provides three dental insurance plans and contributes up to $45 per month.
  
• Vision Insurance - The City provides vision coverage through Vision Service Plan (VSP) for employees and their dependents that are enrolled in medical coverage.
  
• Life Insurance - The City provides and pays for term life insurance with accidental death and dismemberment equal to two times the annual salary rounded to the next highest $1,000 (up to $700k) plus AD&D. Additional Life Insurance is available and voluntary for employee and eligible dependents (up to $300k).
  

• Deferred Compensation - The City contributes $100 per month with a minimum employee contribution of $12.50 per check.Participation in the deferred compensation plan is optional.
  
• Leave Benefits - Includes all the typical vacation leave, sick leave, bereavement leave, and holiday benefits.
  
• Flexible Spending Account - The City offers a Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Plan for optional participation.
  
• Long Term Disability - The City offers optional enrollment in the Long Term Disability Plan.
  
• LegalEase Plan - Optional legal services plan for employees and eligible dependents.
  

• Critical Illness Plan - Optional critical illness insurance plan for employees and eligible dependents.
  
• Vacation Accrual - 0-9 yrs. = 144 hrs., 10+ yrs. = 184 hrs.
  
• Administrative Leave - 64 hrs per fiscal year.
  

For additional benefits information, please visit the following website: https://www.riversideca.gov/human/employee-hub/benefits/about-1

For part-time, benefitted positions the insurance and other benefits (leave accruals, holidays, etc.) are pro-rated based on ½ or ¾ time status.

Closing Date/Time: 8/21/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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