Library Associate (Entry) - Extra-help

The mission of Solano County Library is to spark curiosity, inspire creativity, and champion learning, by serving the community at our nine library locations throughout Solano County, and online 24/7 at solanolibrary.com. We believe libraries are vital to the community and our community agrees. At Solano County Library, we deliver excellent library service through equitable access to a variety of materials, innovative technologies, and inviting facilities. We anticipate and respond to the needs of one of the most diverse communities in the U.S. and we work to improve the quality of individual and community life for everyone. We value building relationships throughout the county, providing incredible customer experiences, and maintaining flexibility to be able to change with trends in libraries and the community.

Solano County’s strategic location, affordable housing, natural resources, and historical significance, is a place to live, learn, work and play. There is an abundance of open space to hike, bike, camp, and explore as well as coastal access for sailing, windsurfing, kayaking, and fishing. Residing midway between the Bay Area and the Sacramento metropolitan regions and neighboring the Napa Valley, residents enjoy the leisurely options of taking a ferry to San Francisco, train to downtown Sacramento or riding their bikes through valleys of vineyards and over the hill to Napa.

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Essential Duties

THE POSITION

This is the paraprofessional class responsible for a variety of library duties. Under general supervision incumbents perform library operations following procedures and policy and gain public reference, programming, and/or material selection experience. Assignment can be made to: 1) reference and reader’s advisory services; 2) collection development; 3) adult and youth services and 4) acquisitions and copy cataloging of library materials.

The eligible list established from this recruitment will be used to fill extra-help positions only as vacancies occur or the need arises.
Note: upcoming 3% COLA salary increase effective 11/10/24

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education: Possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university, preferably in humanities, social science, education or natural science.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Class C California driver’s license may be required.

To view the job description for this position, please visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=15878

Position Requirements

Selection Process

10/24/24 - Deadline to submit application and required documents.
Week of 11/04/24 - Tentative week for departmental interviews for most qualified applicants.

Based on the information provided in the application documents, the qualified applicants may be invited for further examination and will either be pre-scheduled by the Department of Human Resources or be invited to self-schedule. All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement through any subsequent phase of the examination . Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a supplemental questionnaire assessment, a written and/or practical exam, an oral board exam, or any combination listed. Responses to supplemental questions may be used as screening and testing mechanisms and will be used to assess an applicant’s ability to advance in the process; as such, responses to supplemental questions should be treated as test examination responses. Information contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

A minimum score of 70% is required to continue in the selection process, unless otherwise announced.

All potential new hires and employees considered for promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is accepted. These provisions are subject to change.

RETIREES - Solano County invites all qualified candidates to apply for positions; however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees.

Document Submittal

A Bachelor’s degree is required for this position. All candidates are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of their college diploma (verifying the degree, date earned and area of specialization) or official/unofficial transcripts (verifying institution, student, date, degree and area of specialization conferred) by the final filing deadline. Candidates who fail to submit their diploma or transcripts by the final filing date may be disqualified from the recruitment.

PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING: Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units evaluated by an educational evaluation service. The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or university to learn where this service can be obtained.

How to Submit Your Documents
In addition to uploading attachments when applying online, candidates may submit documents by fax to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. Be sure to include the recruitment title (Library Associate (Entry) - Extra-help) and the recruitment number (24-442020-E1) in your email or fax.

HOW TO APPLY

Applications must be submitted through the NeoGov system. Paper copies of applications are not accepted. All additional application materials as requested in the job announcement (e.g.: degree/transcripts, certificates, licenses, DD-214, ADA Accommodation Request, etc.) must be submitted by the final review date. Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing the application. You will be evaluated based on the information provided on the application. Please ensure any experience you believe qualifies you for the job is reflected in your application’s employment history. When completing employment details, do not write “see resume,” as resumes will not be reviewed and this will be considered an incomplete application.

We offer a benefits package to employees which includes health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

To learn more, view our benefits summary .

Closing Date/Time: 10/24/2024 5:00 PM Pacific

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