LIBRARY ASSISTANT I Fresno County 52 reviews - Fresno County, CA $2,026

• $2,594 a month - Full-time, Part-time LIMITED RECRUITMENT APPLICATIONS MUST BE SUBMITTED FROM 12:00 p.m. Noon Thursday, July 26, 2018 to 12:00 p.m. Noon Friday, July 27, 2018 only. (Note: Online applications will only be available during these dates.) The Fresno County Library is currently recruiting for Library Assistant I positions at various branches throughout the County of Fresno. Library Assistants direct patrons to proper location of library materials; research less complex reference questions, process library material for patrons, provide support to the librarians, and other library services within the San Joaquin Valley Library System. Fresno-Clovis Metropolitan Area Branch Libraries include: Betty Rodriguez Library, Central, Clovis, Fig Garden, Gillis, Mosqueda, Politi, Pinedale, Senior Resource Center, Sunnyside, Talking Book Library (San Pablo/Belmont), Community Book Mobile, West Fresno, and Woodward Park. Library branches outside of the Fresno-Clovis Metropolitan Area include: Auberry, Bear Mt., Big Creek, Fowler, Kingsburg, Orange Cove, Parlier, Piedra, Reedley, Sanger, Selma, Shaver Lake, Caruthers, Easton, Firebaugh, Teague, Biola, Kerman, Laton, Mendota, Riverdale, San Joaquin and Tranquillity. Notes: The list established from this recruitment may be used to fill both full and part-time position(s). Working hours will vary between 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Applicants must be willing to work various shifts including evening and weekends (including Sundays), and able and willing to work at various branch libraries as needed. Part-time positions may be a maximum of 20 hours per week. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill both extra-help and permanently allocated positions. Individuals selected for extra-help appointment may be transitioned to a permanently allocated position at a later date as authorized by the Fresno County Personnel Rules. Positions in this classification are in Medical Group II - Moderate Physical Activity (Personnel Rule 8). This group includes positions which require moderate physical effort using arms, legs, back, and trunk in frequent lifting, pushing or pulling of objects weighing (or offering resistance equivalent to) 10-25 pounds, and occasionally over 25 pounds. Generally, bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, as well as standing and walking are involved. Eligible candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. Samples of Duties: The information listed below is meant to serve as samples of job duties and responsibilities for positions in this classification. This list is neither inclusive nor exclusive, but indicative of several types of duties performed. Consequently, this information does not reflect Essential Functions for positions in this classification. * Provides services to customers and professional librarians, which includes assisting in locating and selecting books and materials, and in the use of computers and other library equipment. * Locates and processes online requests for library materials. * Provides direct customer service explaining library policies, procedures, and the use of the online catalog. * Checks library materials in and out. Collects fine monies and maintains records of money received. * Processes books and other materials for circulation. * Prepares reports and keeps records on a variety of library activities such as circulation, reference questions, and requested materials. * Maintains library collections; mends, cleans and shelves materials; and updates online catalog and other indexes. * Assists in the maintenance of library exhibits including bulletin boards and window displays. * Operates a variety of office equipment. * May be in charge of a small branch facility including overseeing Library Aides and temporary personnel. * May be required to drive a County bookmobile on an established route and provide a variety of library services to customers from the bookmobile. Ensures vehicle receives scheduled maintenance and reports potential mechanical problems to garage mechanics. * May translate to serve public needs. Translating may be oral or in written form. * May train staff in work processes and procedures including volunteers. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of: * General library services, organization, and functions; * Basic public desk etiquette and principles and techniques of effective customer service; * Standard office practices and procedures, including the use of automated and manual office equipment; * Established alphabetical and numerical library filing/classification systems; * Common reference materials and research methods; * Common literature and/or literature types and genres. Skills/Abilities to: * Exercise interpersonal sensitivity with people of various educational, socio-economic, and cultural backgrounds;

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships at all organizational levels, as well as with other agencies and the public; * Interpret, explain, and apply library policies and procedures including the Library's Rules of Conduct; * Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; * Organize and prioritize duties and tasks; * Utilize available computer hardware and software in the daily performance of duties and responsibilities; * Demonstrate and maintain a high degree of initiative, maturity, integrity, and good judgment. Minimum Qualifications: Experience: One (1) year of full-time, paid public contact work experience involving some clerical work. OR Education: Completion of thirty (30) semester units of coursework that is acceptable within the United States' accredited college or university system. Licenses: Possession of a valid Class "C" driver's license, or equivalent, may be required. Possession of a valid Class "B" driver's license, or equivalent, may be required. TO PREVENT THE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR APPLICATION, PLEASE NOTE: * Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications for this position by the filing deadline. * A completed Fresno County employment application is required; (must be current, complete, and accurate; amendments will not be allowed after the filing deadline). * Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of a completed application. * Please fully list your education and work experience; including current position. Failure to list current and complete education/work experience within the job application (including employment with the County of Fresno) will result in the disqualification of your application. * In the Education section of your application please provide complete information for each school attended. Please provide the school's name, school's location, the type of degree earned (none, associate's, bachelor's, master's, etc.), and which major or program was completed. Failure to completely list education within the job application may disqualify the applicant from consideration. * If you have completed education in a foreign college or university and are using this education to meet the minimum qualifications, you must provide documentation that the foreign education is comparable to that received within the United States' accredited college or university system or your application will not be accepted. Documentation must be provided by the filing deadline date of this recruitment. You may either attach a copy to your online employment application, fax a copy to (559) 455-4788, Attn: Mitchell Norvise, or hand deliver a copy to our office. Late submission of documentation will not be accepted. * College/university transcripts may be requested to verify completion of qualifying units. SELECTION PROCESS: Depending on the number of applicants meeting the minimum qualifications and filing requirements, applicants may be scheduled for the process listed below:
• Written examination - Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be invited to participate in the written examination process. Successful candidates will be placed on an employment list, effective for a minimum of 3 months (may be extended up to an additional 12 months), and certified in final rank order as vacancies occur. REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: * Fresno County Employment Application (must be current, complete, and accurate; amendments will not be allowed after the filing deadline). * Supplemental Questionnaire Please note: All required application material must be received (online via our website or in person) by the filing deadline. Emailed and faxed application material will not be accepted. Postmarks will not be accepted. Resumes and attachments are not accepted in lieu of an application. HOW TO APPLY: Online: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/fresnoca Open Job Information Flyer and click "Apply" to begin online application process. By mail or in person: Fresno County Human Resources Fresno County Plaza 2220 Tulare Street, 14th Floor Fresno, CA 93721 Office Hours: Monday - Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., excluding holidays. All required application materials must be received by the filing deadline. Failure to complete the job application or to follow the application instructions will result in the disqualification of the applicant. Amendments will not be accepted after the filing deadline. Once the filing deadline has passed, you may check the status of this recruitment at any time by logging on to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/Applications/Index/fresnoca Please be advised that it is the applicant's responsibility to notify Human Resources of any mailing address and telephone number changes. Notices sent via U.S. Mail from Human Resources are not forwarded. ("Return Service" is requested, therefore mail will not be sent to a forwarding address). The County of Fresno is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Fresno County to provide employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or denial of medical and family care leave, or any other non-job-related factors. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS - The County of Fresno is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, examination or selection process may contact Human Resources at (559) 600-1830 at least 5 days prior to the scheduled date or deadline. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Analyst: Mitchell Norvise 23 hours ago - save job - original job Apply On Company Site * Library Assistant jobs in Fresno County, CA * Jobs at Fresno County in Fresno County, CA * Library Assistant salaries in Fresno County, CA Fresno County Fresno County 52 reviews Let employers find you Thousands of employers search for candidates on Indeed Upload Your Resume