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- San Bernardino County Libraries are a highly interactive and fast-paced customer service environment. We are recruiting for Librarian I positions to serve as branch managers who evaluate branch services and community needs, maintain collections, and assist patrons. Librarians I also perform specialized program functions such as collection development, youth services, literacy services and other related professional functions.
The resulting eligible list will be used to fill current and future vacancies throughout San Bernardino County.
Note: The Library System has 32 branches throughout the County. You will be asked to indicate the cities in which you are interested in working on the Supplemental Questionnaire. If you refuse a job offer in the cities you select, or do not attend an interview because of the location, your name will be removed from the eligible list.
For a more detailed listing of duties, refer to the Librarian I job description.
ABOUT THE DEPARTMENTThe San Bernardino County Library system is a dynamic network of 32 branches that serve a diverse population over a vast geographic area. With a dedicated team of talented individuals, the San Bernardino County Library strives to provide equal access information, technology, programs, and services for all county residents. The County Library serves as a source for educational and recreational learning by offering use of computers, Wi-Fi availability, checking out books, and other free programs. For more information, visit https://sbclib.org/CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTWork Schedule: These positions require regular weekend and evening work schedules.
Travel: Travel throughout San Bernardino County may be required. Employees will be required to make provision for transportation. At the time of hire, a valid California driver license and proof of automobile liability insurance must be produced for the individual providing the transportation, and must be maintained throughout employment.
Physical Requirements: Physical requirements of the position include the following: frequent reaching and bending; continuous walking and standing; continuous pushing and pulling; constant lifting of materials and books up to 25 pounds and frequent lifting up to 75 pounds.
Pre-Employment Process: Prior to appointment, applicants must undergo a background check, which includes fingerprinting and a medical exam.(Download PDF reader) FUTURE SALARY INCREASES
2% Effective February 24, 2024**
**Salary increases contingent upon Property Related Revenue and/or statewide Proposition 172 Sales Tax Collections performance. - Minimum Requirements
Candidates must meet the Education AND Experience requirements.
EDUCATION A Bachelor's Degree or coursework equivalent to a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.
A list of completed coursework or legible copies of transcripts (unofficial are acceptable) must be submitted with the application if applicant does not possess a Bachelor's degree or higher.-- AND -- EXPERIENCE One (1) year of full-time lead worker or supervisory experience in a library, retail, educational or customer service related industry. Experience must be clearly detailed on the application.
Qualifying degrees must be completed at a college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. In addition, degrees completed outside of the U.S. must be accompanied by an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service indicating equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at the college or university accredited by an accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education.- Desired Qualifications
- The ideal candidate will have a passion for serving youth, experience creating, implementing, and monitoring a wide array of programs for children up to 14 years of age, and strong leadership and oral communication skills. A Master's degree in Library Science (MLS) is highly desirable.
- Selection Process
- There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on the information provided in the Application and the Supplemental Questionnaire. You are encouraged to include detailed descriptions of your qualifying experience and skills, as only the most highly qualified applicants will be referred to the Department.
Application Procedure: To be considered for this excellent opportunity, please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 p.m., Friday, December 22, 2023. Resumes will not be accepted or reviewed in lieu of the application and/or supplemental questionnaire.
To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application. Applicants will be automatically logged-out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application we have not received your application.
If you require technical assistance, please click HERE to review the Government Jobs online application guide, or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by the internet connection, computer or browser used to submit the application.
All communications regarding the remainder of the selection process will be via email. Please be sure the email provided on this application is always current; it is your responsibility to update your personal information. Update your Spam, Junk, Bulk and Firewall settings as needed to ensure that you receive all information pertaining to this recruitment.
EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants.
ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and require accommodations in the testing process, submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form (Download PDF reader) within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.
Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouse or widow(er) who are not current County employees may be awarded additional Veterans’ Preference points. Click here (Download PDF reader) for information and instructions to request Veteran's Preference points.
Please click HERE for important Applicant Information and the County Employment Process.
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The County of San Bernardino offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.
For a summary of benefits,* please click here (Download PDF reader).
Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County's Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Benefits website for more detailed information at hr.sbcounty.gov/employee-benefits/.
*Retirement benefits subject to change.
- 01COMPETITIVE EVALUATION: The information from the Application and the Supplemental Questions below will provide the basis for a competitive evaluation with other candidates in the selection process. It is to your advantage to provide complete, organized and detailed responses to each question on the work history section of your application. All work experience listed on the Supplemental Questionnaire must also be listed on the Application in order to be evaluated.
- I understand.
02QUALIFYING EXPERIENCE: Indicate the employer(s) at which you received your qualifying experience. Include the employer name and your dates of employment. Ensure this employer is listed and fully detailed in the work experience section of your application. If none, indicate "N/A."03CUSTOMER SERVICE: Describe your experience serving the general public, customers, and the community. Include the type of service you provided, challenges or obstacles you overcame in delivering outstanding service. If none, indicate "N/A."04SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE: Indicate your years of managerial experience.- Three (3) or more years
- One (1) to three (3) years
- Less than one (1) year
- None of the above
05SUPERVISORY/LEAD WORKER EXPERIENCE: Indicate your areas of experience as a Supervisor/Lead Worker. (Check all that apply.)- Advise on work problems
- Assign and review work
- Approve time off
- Change work schedules
- Counsel on behavior problems
- Give input on work evaluations
- Write and sign work evaluations
- Interview for hire
- Recommend for hire
- Make final hiring decision
- Recommend disciplinary action
- Carry out disciplinary action
- None of the above
06LEAD WORKER/SUPERVISORY EXPERIENCE: Describe your experience as a lead worker or supervisor. Include the name of the employer and the dates of employment, any experience providing training, supervising a staff, the number of staff supervised, and the specific duties that you performed. If none, indicate "N/A."07EXPERIENCE: Indicate the areas below in which you possess experience. Check all that apply. (Experience must be clearly detailed on your application.)- Professional Library Services
- Educational/Literary Services
- Customer Service
- Management in a Retail or Customer Service Related Industry
- Automated Systems/Cash Handling
- Community Outreach Activities
- Project Management
- Project Development
- Educational Program Development
- None of the above
08BRANCH LOCATIONS:Librarian I vacancies occur at all 32 branch locations in the San Bernardino County Library System. The resulting eligible list will be used to fill those vacancies as needed. Check the location(s) in which you are willing to accept a position. Select all that apply.
Note: Failure to accept an interview or a job offer due to the location will result in the removal of your name from the eligible list.- San Bernardino (Administration)
- Montclair, Chino, Chino Hills
- Fontana, Bloomington, Rialto, Muscoy
- Grand Terrace, Highland, Loma Linda
- Big Bear, Crestline, Lake Arrowhead, Running Springs
- Yucaipa, Mentone
- Twentynine Palms, Yucca Valley, Joshua Tree
- Hesperia, Adelanto, Apple Valley, Lucerne Valley
- Barstow
- Phelan, Wrightwood
- Needles
- Trona
- None
09Applicant Acknowledgement - Notification via email: As part of our efforts to increase efficiency and promote conservation of resources, human resources uses email to communicate with applicants. Therefore, all future communications regarding this recruitment, including applicant status and testing notifications, will be made via email. Each applicant needs their own email address. We strongly encourage you, as an applicant, to ensure that the email address you have provided us with your application is current, secure, confidential, and readily accessible to you. Adjust Spam and/or other filters so that our emails are accepted. Please carefully read any notices that we send you and follow any instructions provided in a timely manner. We will not be responsible in any way if you do not receive our emails (i.e., for the non-delivery of our emails or if you fail to check your e-mail on a timely basis).- I acknowledge that I have read, understood, and agree to the above.
10**ATTENTION GMAIL USERS**
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For your convenience, the attached PDF document contains a step-by-step guide to create and apply filters within Gmail. Click this link to download the PDF file. Once downloaded, follow the instructions so that you will receive future emails from San Bernardino County Human Resources.
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11Applicant Acknowledgement - Application Complete: Thank you for taking the time to complete this application and supplemental questionnaire. Please be sure to review all information provided prior to submitting it as you cannot update or revise it once submitted. Your submitted application will be reviewed and evaluated as is. Please do not refer to a resume or other documentation in lieu of completing the employment history section or responding to the supplemental questions; they will not be reviewed or considered.Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email confirmation will be sent to the email address listed on your application. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records. Please note: if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.
- I acknowledge that I have reviewed my application and understand that I will not be able to update or revise any part of it once submitted.
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