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Employment Opportunity
Minorities, women and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
An equal opportunity employer. Apply on-line at: www.marincounty.org/jobs


                   LIBRARY ASSISTANT I
                                        
     RECRUITMENT CLOSING DATE                                          SALARY
           Monday, January 30, 2017      Full time: $3,695 - $4,368 / Month
                        At 4:00 pm                    Part time: $22.74 - $26.88 / Hour
                                                                           Recruitment #1376-17-01



YOU'RE INVITED TO APPLY:   The Marin County Human Resources Department and the Marin County Free Library (MCFL) are announcing a recruitment for the position of Library Assistant I.

CURRENT VACANCIES:   Library Assistant I vacancies currently exist at the Corte Madera branch (full time - 75 hours biweekly) and at the Fairfax branch (part time - 60 hours biweekly). The list established from this recruitment will be used to fill the current vacancies and any future vacancies for open, fixed term, full time, or part time positions that occur at any MCFL branch while the list remains active. Eligible lists remain active for a minimum of six (6) months. For this and future opportunities, please indicate your interest in part time, full time and/or extra hire employment on your application.

MARIN COUNTY FREE LIBRARY: With a mission to engage the community, provide innovative library services and foster lifelong learning, MCFL serves the unincorporated areas of Marin County, as well as the cities and towns of Novato, Corte Madera, Fairfax, Marin City, and Ross. Along with a dedicated share of a stable local property tax, MCFL enjoys broad community support as shown by the passage of a supplemental parcel tax by more than 78%. Through the activities of the County’s ten-branch library system, MCFL offers an expansive collection; digital content; public access computers; free Wi-Fi; AV and print resources; special programming for children, teens and seniors; literacy programs serving both families and individuals; and study space for students of all ages.

THE POSITION:   Library Assistants are key members of our branch library teams, responsible for extensive patron support and with expertise in circulating library materials. The Library Assistant I position requires the use of circulation systems to enter and retrieve information; locate, charge and discharge library materials; register patrons; process reserves and interlibrary loan requests and collect fines and fees. The Library Assistant I assists patrons in finding information or refers patrons to appropriate staff; explains library policies and services to the public; and instructs customers in the use of library equipment, including online computer terminals. They also assist with the processing of various materials and provide office support services.

IDEAL CANDIDATE: The ideal Library Assistant I candidate is an enthusiastic, customer-service oriented person who can communicate effectively with people from a variety of backgrounds in a busy and fast-paced public service environment. The ideal candidate stays cool and calm even when called upon to multi-task or deal with challenging patron interactions. The ideal candidate will have experience working with computers and will be comfortable working with new and evolving forms of technology. We are looking for Library Assistants who demonstrate great attention to detail; possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both orally and in writing, and have the ability to work individually and/or collaboratively with team members and personnel at all levels of the organization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and abilities listed in the class specification. Typically, equivalent to graduation from high school and one year of office, retail or library support work.

TENTATIVE EXAM SCHEDULE:   Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination process may consist of a highly qualified review, supplemental application screening, written examination, skills testing, oral examination, or any combination to determine which candidates’ names will be placed on the eligible list.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be willing to work evenings, weekends and at any branch as assigned.

ONLINE APPLICATION : You may apply online at: www.marincounty.org/Jobs .

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
LIBRARY ASSISTANT I

HOW TO APPLY

Obtain the necessary application materials for the desired position from the Marin County Human Resources Department at the address below. You may apply online, or application materials may be picked up in person or requested by phone.

If you have questions regarding Equal Employment, please contact the Equal Employment Director, Roger Crawford, at (415) 473-2095. For questions regarding the position announcement or examination, contact the Marin County Human Resources Department. For a complete listing of all current opportunities, visit the County’s recruitment website, or call the Marin County 24-Hour Job Line. The Job Line is updated every Friday afternoon.

MARIN COUNTY HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
3501 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE l ROOM 415 l SAN RAFAEL, CA 94903-4189
OFFICE PHONE (415) 473-6104 l 24-HOUR JOB LISTING (415) 473-7800
l FAX (415) 473-3669 l TTY (415) 473-5780
COUNTY OF MARIN IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
VIEW CURRENT LIST OF RECRUITMENTS AND APPLY ONLINE AT: http://www.marincounty.org/Jobs

The County of Marin has established career ladders which illustrate a progressive career path for employees. For more information go to: http://mine/mine/HR/main/docs/Career_Ladders_Cover_Memo.pdf

Complete the application documents in full and submit your materials, including the DD-214 if applicable, no later than the final filing deadline date and time on the Job Announcement flyer. Be sure to indicate dates of employment, hours worked, and thoroughly describe your duties. Resumes are not acceptable as a substitute for any part of the standard or supplemental application form. Initial evaluation of your qualifications will be based solely on the application documents received by the County. Possession of the stated minimum qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the selection process. Application materials must be received no later than the recruitment closing date and time posted on the job announcement. Original documents mailed must be postmarked no later than the final deadline date. Faxed application documents will not be accepted.

Make copies of any information you wish to keep; copies of submitted materials will not be returned. The Human Resources Department will not provide copies of submitted application materials to candidates. Submit your completed application materials to the Human Resources Department by 4:00 p.m. of the application closing date. If the recruitment is open and continuous, submit completed application materials as soon as possible. The filing period for an open and continuous recruitment may be closed at any time.

EXAMINATION PROCEDURE
All completed application documents will be reviewed. Based on the information provided in these documents, the most qualified applicants will be invited for further examination. Depending upon the number of applications received, the examination may consist of an application screening, online assessment, written test, practical exam, oral interview or any combination of these.

In compliance with the Immigration Reform Act of 1986, individuals offered employment by Marin County will be required to show the specified documentation as proof of authorization to work in the United States within three days of employment.

APPEALS PROCEDURE
Applicants may appeal a step in the examination or selection process by submitting a written appeal to the Human Resources Director within fourteen calendar days after the notice of results of a testing step has been mailed. The written statement must include the specific grounds and reasons upon which the complaint is based.

MARIN COUNTY
Marin County is located north of San Francisco, just across the Golden Gate Bridge. Its Mediterranean climate makes it one of the most enjoyable regions in the country in which to live or work. Comprising a land area of 521 square miles, Marin has a wide variety of residential communities, modern shopping, and strong high tech and service industries. Marin’s beauty includes the picturesque waterfront and hillside homes of Sausalito and Tiburon, quaint main streets in Larkspur and San Anselmo, impressive lagoon and view homes in Belvedere, and ranches and horse trails in West Marin and Novato.

Schools and universities in the Bay Area are excellent. Cultural events are outstanding and easily accessible. A dozen theater groups, symphonies, chorales, ballets, concerts, numerous galleries, shows and exhibits contribute to the rich cultural environment in the area. Sporting activities include power and sail boating in the ocean and bays, lagoons, and sheltered harbors with easy access to over 1,000 miles of inland waterways. Fishing is year-round for the avid angler. Surfing, water-skiing, kayaking, swimming, camping, sunning, and beachcombing are also popular activities. Marin County has hundreds of miles of woodland trails, forested mountains, and extensive coastline.

Reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities may be requested by calling (415) 473-6104 (voice) or
(415) 473-5780 (TTY) at least 72 hours in advance. Copies of documents are available in accessible formats upon request.


The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this announcement may be modified or revoked without notice. Questions regarding this announcement may be directed to the Human Resources Department.



Edna L. Guadiana
Administrative Assistant II
415-473-3222

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