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Introduction A t Scottsdale Public Library, our mission is putting people at the heart of dynamic library services. We recognize we are a work in progress and invite you to consider joining us in our efforts to achieve this mission. How we put our patrons at the HEART of what we do: We continually work towards being consistent in providing quality services and leaving our patrons feeling good after interacting with us. We like to keep things light by bringing fun and a little weirdness into the library. We place the highest value on making sure patrons feel comfortable being their authentic selves in our spaces: in the library building, out in the community, or online. The library promotes belonging everywhere. How we put you at the HEART of what we do: We trust you to learn the position and make it yours. Our organization prefers genuine learning and a few wrong turns over perfection. We want your unique personality, your way of thinking, and your questions to add to the make-up of how we serve. Just like with our patrons, we place the highest value on making sure you feel you can be your authentic self. We support individuality and believe that a healthy work-life balance produces the best environment for serving our community. Read on if our mission and work culture resonate with you. About The Position This position supports library services in the Circulation Department by providing exceptional customer service for Scottsdale Public Library patrons and staff. The job duties include working at public service desks and a Call Center in addition to handling a variety of daily Circulation tasks. Responsibilities also include handling financial transactions accurately. Library Aide's work a varying schedule that includes evenings and rotating weekends. Only those candidates who are willing and able to work a flexible schedule will be considered to move forward in the selection process. Please note the following: Part-time positions have limited benefits, as required by law. Part-time positions are unclassified, at-will and serve at the discretion of City. Interviews will be conducted periodically throughout this continuous job posting when a sufficient number of applications have been received. The intent of this recruitment is to establish an eligibility list where your application may be used to fill existing and/or future vacancies in various branch locations. It is only necessary to submit one application; duplicates will not be considered, nor will they increase your chances of being selected to move forward in the process. Selection Process Applicants whose education, training and experience most closely meet the needs of the position may be invited to participate in a selection process to include a panel interview and an assessment exercise. Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include: Fingerprinting Criminal Background screening for the past 7 years Minimum Qualifications Education and Experience A high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) equivalent. One year of public contact experience resolving various levels of customer service needs. An equivalent combination of education and/or job-related training or experience may substitute for the educational requirements on a year-for-year basis. Licensing, Certifications and Other Requirements Every person employed by the City of Scottsdale shall reside in the State of Arizona during his or her active employment by the City, regardless of whether the employee is approved to remote work. Other pertinent licenses and/or certifications may be required of some positions depending on department/section assignment. Essential Functions Performs duties and responsibilities commensurate with assigned functional area which may include, but are not limited to, any combination of the following: Provides exceptional customer service in a courteous, professional manner at Library Check Out, Customer Service, Triage, Call Center, Drive-up window, Library Operations, and Roves in accordance with CREST (Customers Receive Exceptional Service Today), the Scottsdale Way, and City Values. Keeps apprised of changes in library policies, procedures, and library computer technologies (Library website, ebooks, etc). Accurately checks library materials in and out, withdraws materials, and suppresses materials in the library catalog. Carries out tasks for the opening/closing of the library to include opening or closing the building as needed and to assist room rental customers in the absence of a Library Monitor and maintains the area in a neat, organized manner. Maintains an awareness of the library's emergency and evacuation procedures. Work Environment/Physical Demands The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position or that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Stacks books on carts. Pushes heavy cart weighing up to 300 pounds across library. Click here to review the entire job description. The City of Scottsdale reserves the right to change this process at any time. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: It is the policy of the city to provide employment opportunities to all persons based solely on ability, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or disability. When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. Requests should be made 24 hours in advance or as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. For TTY users, the Arizona Relay Service (1-800-367-8939) may contact HR Receptionist at (480) 312-2491. This position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the position change. Closing Date/Time:

The Position The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. Why join the Oakland Public Library in the City of Oakland? Oakland Public Library empowers all people to explore, connect and grow. Through our eighteen (18) branches over three-hundred dedicated employees serve multiple communities located within the City of Oakland, Piedmont, and Emeryville. OPL is an indispensable partner in transforming lives through robust equity and diversity initiatives, responsive services, and unique programming adapted to serve the needs of a multifaceted community. We champion a future filled with joy for all people, and our staff actively engages and works in conjunction with various community partners to envision, develop and promote our evolving services. We are looking for someone who is: Customer Service Focused. You will attend to the needs and expectations of patrons. Organized and Detail Oriented. You will focus on the fine details of work content, work steps, and final work products. Technologically Savvy. You will be comfortable learning and working with electronic hardware and multiple software applications. A Team Player. You will provide general assistance to ongoing library programs. Hands-On. You be on your feet all day, utilizing strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination in daily shelving, moving, lifting, and other physical duties. Comfortable with a diverse staff and public. You will be comfortable serving a large, diverse population, with broad and different needs. What you will typically be responsible for: Supporting Oakland Public Library Staff with ongoing programs, including arranging and set-up of library materials and promotions. Checking-in/Checking-out library materials at the front desk; updating patron records; opening new library accounts; explaining library policies and procedures; assisting patrons with public use computers, printers, and scanners, and answering routine questions over the phone, via email, and in person. Placing books and other library materials on shelves in the correct order. Assisting with processing library materials to be checked out by the public. Assisting with sorting and placement of incoming library materials. Read the complete job description by clicking here . A few reasons you might love this job: Your work will serve the needs of diverse populations of the Oakland community and beyond. You will have the opportunity to work both independently and with the public to forward the OPL vision of inclusive community engagement. This position is ideal for a self-starter who maintains positive relationships and enjoys supporting co-workers in providing excellent customer service, facilitating library programs, and performing outreach to the Oakland community. A few challenges you might face in this job: You will interact with a variety of patrons from differing backgrounds and various socio-economic statuses who have unique and various needs. You will work in multiple locations, and each location may organize library materials differently. You will need to be attentive and precise with work products, noticing minor details and avoiding errors. Competencies Required: Reading Comprehension: Understanding and using written information. Manual Dexterity: Using senses, hands, and fingers in manipulating objects quickly and efficiently. Mathematical Facility: Performing routine computations utilizing point-of-sale (POS) transactions. Action & Results Focused (Taking Initiative): Initiating tasks and focusing on accomplishment. Handling Stress: Maintaining emotional stability and self-control under pressure, challenge, or adversity. Learning Agility: Seeking learning opportunities and applying the lessons to one’s work. Building and Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships. Valuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplace. Following Directions: Understand oral instructions and implement procedures in organizing materials or information as directed. Attention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work products. Adaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requires. General Physical Ability: Using strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and coordination. Using Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applications. Customer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customers. * Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland Minimum Requirements for Application Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable. Education: Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade. Experience: None required. License or Certificate / Other Requirements: Possession of a valid California Driver's License will be required if assigned to drive the Bookmobile. Proficiency in a foreign language may be required. Desirable Qualifications: Experience working with youth ages 0-18. Experience in providing excellent customer service to the public. Proficiency in Spanish, Cantonese, or Mandarin. Ability to drive City vehicles (for Delivery & Sorting Department). Familiarity with tools and the Oakland Tool Lending Library system. Supplemental Information The Recruitment Process: This is an at-will position, exempt from the provisions of the City of Oakland Civil Service Rules, per Charter Section 902. All applications received will be forwarded to the Oakland Public Library for further consideration. Meeting the minimum qualification requirements may not result in further consideration, only the most qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. This is a continuous recruitment. This recruitment may close without notice once a sufficient number of applications have been received. What’s in it for you? Work/Life Balance: Flexible part-time schedule with the ability to pick up open shifts 15 observed (not paid) holidays Health & Welfare Premium: The City of Oakland pays a health and welfare premium of two dollars and ninety cents ($2.90) per hour in addition to the hourly rate of pay for the employee’s classification for each hour worked Sick leave: Part-time employees accrue prorated sick leave based on hours worked Deferred Compensation: 457(b) pre-tax plan Other benefits include a Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Employee Training Applicants are required to submit criminal history information upon request after receiving a conditional offer of employment. If the requested information is not furnished in a timely manner, applicants will not qualify for further consideration and will be removed from the eligible list. The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. How to Apply Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user of the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm . If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Due to current events and pandemic-related safety concerns, City facilities may be closed to the public. 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. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*: • CalPERS Medical • Dental • Vision • Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu • Flexible Spending Accounts • Commuter Benefits • Group & Supplemental Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) • Pension Benefits • Deferred Compensation * Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements Closing Date/Time: Continuous

The Position The City of Oakland is an equal opportunity employer that values workforce diversity, inclusion, and equity. Oakland has a long history of activism around issues of justice and equity. Both oppression and this resistance to oppression have shaped the city’s historical roots and the lives of its residents to this day. As public servants in one of the most diverse cities in the nation, we strive to develop employees who understand the harm and impacts of systemic inequity to create lasting, meaningful outcomes for everyone. Oakland strives to establish an environment that embraces the richness of culture, community, and individualism of employees. Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development Department With an emphasis on Oakland ’ s youth, Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development, and its partners will provide best-in-class, relevant, and equitable programs and services, while meeting the specific needs of people and communities both at the neighborhood level and regionally throughout the City of Oakland. We achieve this mission through intentional engagement and by removing the barriers that prohibit equitable opportunities for all. Oakland ’ s Parks, Recreation, and Youth Development (OPRYD) Department believes that communities thrive when they play with a purpose. Our purpose is to Expose, Enlighten, Empower, and Encourage Educational Excellence through recreational experiences. We are looking for someone who is: A team player Enthusiastic Excited to play an active role in the Oakland community What you will typically be responsible for: Leading and supporting activities in areas such as arts and crafts, games, sports, music, drama, and nature study. Instructing participants in a positive manner regarding rules and methods of playing indoor and outdoor games. Ensuring that activities operate in accordance with general department philosophy, objectives, and guidelines Coaching sports programs. Enforcing safety rules and regulations; maintaining orderly participant conduct. Admitting patrons to recreation facilities, programs, and events. Opening, securing, and cleaning program areas before and after program use; preparing program areas for scheduled recreational activities and events. Overseeing patron use of recreation equipment & facilities in compliance with City rules and regulations. Building and maintaining positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. Inspecting the condition of equipment and supplies for safety standards and maintenance needs. Reporting hazards and repairs needed to appropriate parties. Scheduling and coordinating leisure education programs and activities. Coordinating special events, programs, and field trips. Completing forms and reports, and preparing incident reports and related documentation as needed. Performing other duties as assigned. Read the complete job description by clicking here . A few reasons you might love this job: You will be part of a fun team working with Oakland’s youth You can make a difference in the community Your work will result in real-life impacts A few challenges you might face in this job: You may end being responsible for a lot of kids A lot of public interaction Dealing with complex situations May have to travel to multiple/various sites/recreation centers The competencies required to be a successful Recreation Leader I are: Listening: Fully comprehending spoken communication Oral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogue Building and Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationships Presentation Skill: Formally delivering information to groups Delegating: Sharing responsibility, authority, and accountability Safety Focus: Showing vigilance and care in identifying and addressing health risks and safety hazards Customer Focus : Attending to the needs and expectations of customers * Click on the link below to see a video on what it's like to work for the City of Oakland! Working for the City of Oakland Minimum Requirements for Application Any combination of education and experience that is equivalent to the following minimum qualifications is acceptable. Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: At least five-hundred (500) hours of part-time experience comparable to City of Oakland Recreation Aide, participating in a wide variety of recreation activities including sports, arts and crafts, and/or other organized activities. Candidates must be at least eighteen (18) years of age or older by June 1, 2023, to apply. Additional Qualifications : Bilingual skills in Spanish, Cantonese, and Mandarin are highly desirable for certain positions. License/Other Requirements: Individuals who are appointed to this position will be required to maintain a valid California Driver's License throughout the tenure of employment OR demonstrate the ability to travel to various locations in a timely manner as required in the performance of duties. Candidates who receive conditional offers of employment will be required to submit fingerprints, undergo a criminal record clearance, and have drug testing and tuberculosis (TB) screening. Possession of a valid Basic First Aid certificate may be required. Possession of a valid CPR certificate may be required. Supplemental Information The Selection Process All applications received will be forwarded to Oakland Parks, Recreation & Youth Development for further consideration. The City of Oakland reserves the right to modify the selection process and date of examination as necessary to conform to administrative or business necessity. The information contained in this announcement is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract. How to Apply Apply prior to the closing time of the job announcement and allow at least two to three hours to submit your application if you are a new user of the system. APPLICATIONS ARE ACCEPTED ONLINE ONLY. You may apply and view current openings by visiting our employment opportunities webpage at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/oaklandca/default.cfm . If you do not have access to a computer, there are computer stations available at any City of Oakland Public Library. There are also workstations at the Human Resources Management Department, 150 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, 2nd Floor, Oakland, CA 94612. Workstations are available during regular business hours (normally 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.). Due to current events and pandemic-related safety concerns, City facilities may be closed to the public. 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. You may also call the City of Oakland Human Resources Management Department during regular business hours at (510) 238-3112 for information; however, we are unable to provide technical support for the online application system. The City of Oakland is an EEO/ADA Employer. The City complies with all Federal, State, and local laws mandating Equal Employment Opportunities. All qualified applicants will be considered in accordance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, age, veteran status, disability, marital status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. The City of Oakland is committed to the wellbeing of its employees and offers comprehensive health and wellness services along with an array of other benefits for most positions. Benefits may include*: • CalPERS Medical • Dental • Vision • Medical Waiver Plan - Cash-In-Lieu • Flexible Spending Accounts • Commuter Benefits • Group & Supplemental Life Insurance • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Guaranteed Ride Home (GRH) • Pension Benefits • Deferred Compensation * Specific benefits may vary depending on the assignedspecific bargaining unit. Information regarding most benefits can be reviewed here: Employee Benefits Information Current MOUs may be reviewed here: City of Oakland Labor Agreements Closing Date/Time: 6/11/2023 11:59 PM Pacific

This is a Non-Perm, Part-Time position Hours worked per week may vary. This is an excellent part-time job opportunity for an individual to provide direct programming and customer service to children and families at City of Huntington Beach libraries within the Community & Library Services Department . The current vacancy is in the Youth Services Department and involves planning and facilitating a regular weekly storytime, as well as serving as an on-call substitute for other library storytimes, including baby, toddler, preschool, family, craft, and/or outreach storytimes, as availability allows. The ideal candidate must possess effective and cooperative communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to relate to a diverse group of people, with particular skill in relating to young children and caregivers/parents. Note: This recruitment may close at any time, and will close as soon as the hiring manager determines that enough qualified applications have been received. Temporary/part-time employment is restricted to 1,000 hours within a 12-month period (July 1-June 30) and does not qualify to receive City benefits, except those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system. However, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7½% of base earnings to the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice. Further restrictions apply to CalPERS Retired Annuitants. Examples of Essential Duties Design, promote, and present a variety of storytime programs for children and their caregivers at a variety of library locations. Research and select books, props, and other materials for storytime. Suggest for purchase new, impactful, and/or innovative materials for children and families, as needed. Keep up-to-date on children's literature and other materials that may serve the needs of children, families, and caregivers during storytime programs. Cultivate an environment for enjoyable participation by everyone during library storytimes, employing classroom and group management skills as necessary. Model exceptional customer service to children, families, and their caregivers that is culturally respectful and developmentally appropriate. Respond to substitute storytime calls when a replacement storyteller is needed. Demonstrate cultural awareness, problem-solving, and cultural competency skills when facilitating storytimes for various group sizes and when interacting with the public. Participate in professional development opportunities, including storytime observations, children's services workshops, and other relevant opportunities, with supervisor approval. Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned. Note: The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The City at its discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed. Minimum Qualifications Knowledge of A variety of materials (books, music, flannel stories) for young children; best practices of classroom and group management for young children and caregivers; basic library reference tools and their use; basic computer and technology skills. Knowledge of early childhood education and child development is desirable. Ability to Manage large groups of children and caregivers while conducting educational, entertaining storytime sessions. Stand, sit, and actively move for periods of 30 minutes to one hour. Bilingual Spanish/English, Vietnamese/English, or ASL/English desirable. Experience and Education The equivalent of a high school diploma is required. Education, training, or experience equivalent to three years related experience with demonstrated skills working with children, caregivers, and a variety of materials for young children is required. License : By time of appointment, must have a valid California driver license with an acceptable driving record. Employees regularly assigned/required to drive a city or personal vehicle in the course and scope of work shall be required to participate in the DMV Employer Pull Notice program due to the performance of field duties that may require operation of a City vehicle. APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE: Application Review Department Interview Selection Process Background Investigation Appointment Please Note: Our primary means of communication with applicants is sent via email; therefore, please include a valid email address on your application. Supplemental Information SPECIAL CONDITIONS Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.