Library Assistant I/Ii

Description
The posted salary reflects the 7% increase effective October 1, 2023. An additional 6% salary increase will occur in October 2024. Increased County contributions to medical will be in effect starting January 1, 2024.
This position will be assigned to the Circulation Lead.
Under supervision, to learn to perform a variety of library work; to perform basic patron and circulation assistance and other support functions for patrons in the use of library materials and resources; to perform a variety of office assistance tasks; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
I:
This is the entry level in the Library Assistant class series. Incumbents in this class learn and perform a variety of library circulation and support and office assistance duties, This classification differs from the Library Assistant II in that Librarian Assistant II requires more extensive library background and experience and performs a greater scope of assignments. Incumbents initially employed as a Library Assistant I may be promoted to Library Assistant II upon demonstration of sufficient work skills and knowledge, as well as sustained satisfactory work performance.
II:
This is the journey level in the Library Assistant class series. Incumbents in this class perform a variety of library circulation and support and office assistance duties, This classification differs from the Library Assistant I in that Library Assistant II requires more extensive library background and experience and performs a greater scope of assignments. Incumbents initially employed as a Library Assistant I may be promoted to Library Assistant II upon demonstration of sufficient work skills and knowledge, as well as sustained satisfactory work performance.
REPORTS TO
County Librarian and Library Technician
CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED
This is not a supervisory class.
Example of Duties
(The following is used as a partial description and is not restrictive as to duties required.)
Learns and performs the processing of library media and materials and circulation desk activities, answering questions and checking out materials; receives patron requests for books, media, and information; finds and reserves books and media for circulation; issues library cards; collects monies for overdue and damaged items; maintains records and files in the library; assists with the processing of periodicals; learns to assist library patrons on reference and interlibrary loan questions; assists with compiling information for statistical summaries and reports; reshelf returned materials; learns procedures and instructs patrons in the use of library resources; learns and provides information about library rules and procedures; learns and operates computerized library information systems; performs a variety of office support functions for the San Benito County Library System; performs book repair and mending; may maintain records on monies collected; updates records and reports; may type and/or uses word processing software to prepare a variety of materials and update the library inventory.
Minimum Qualifications
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
I:
Two years of general office assistance experience or completion of office skills training.
II:
Two years of library support experience comparable to that of a Library Assistant I with San Benito County
Knowledge Of/Ability To
Knowledge of:
I:
Modern office methods and procedures.
Basic knowledge of library functions.
Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
II:
Library procedures, methods and terminology.
Processing and cataloging of library media.
Maintenance of files and information retrieval systems.
Computer applications for library services.
Modern office methods and procedures.
Library reference resources.
Correct English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
General functions of a library
Ability to:
Perform a variety of typing, filing, and office support assignments.
Learn and perform a variety of library and circulation assistance assignments.
Learn library operations, functions, and policies.
Gather and organize data and information.
Maintain accurate records and prepare reports.
Learn to work with computerized library information systems.
Deal tactfully and courteously with the public and other staff when explaining the functions and policies of the County Library System.
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
Selection Process:
All completed applications and supplemental questionnaires will be reviewed. Depending upon the number of applicants who meet the minimum qualifications, the examination process may include a screening committee (pass/fail) and/or an oral examination (100%) which may include a written practical component to determine placement on the eligible list.
In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.
SAN BENITO COUNTY BENEFITS
Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits:
Pay Day: Employees are paid bi-weekly.
Insurance Deductions: The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly, normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly.
Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit.

• 5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year
• 10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year
• 15 + years of service = 20 days per year

Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees.
Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply.
Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are also eligible to participate.
Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only.
Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per family
Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D.
Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance.
Credit Union: Membership to the Santa Clara Federal Credit Union is available to San Benito County employees.
Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Three 457 plans are available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply.
Retirement: Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit.
All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS.
New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security.
Supplemental Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances.
Additionaly, employees can enroll into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000).
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Retirement Formula Local MISC 2% @ 62 for New PERS Members
Social Security (non-safety)
Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service
Sick Leave 15 Days Annually
Floating Holiday
457 Deferred Compensation
Credit Union
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Group Life Insurance
Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D
Tuition Reimbursement
01
I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed.

• Yes

02
Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses.

• Yes
• No

03
Do you have at least two years of general office assistance experience or completion of office skills training?

• Yes
• No

04
Describe your level of proficiency with MS Outlook, Excel and Word.

• Advanced
• Intermediate
• Beginner
• N/A

05
How much experience do you have with file maintenance and record-keeping?

• A great deal of experience
• Some experience
• Very little experience
• No experience

06
How much experience do you have with administrative, office and general support work?

• 5 or more years
• 4 to less than 5 years
• 3 to less than 4 years
• 2 to less than 3 years
• Less than 2 years
• No experience

07
How much of your experience consists of public contact and in-person customer service?

• A great deal
• Some
• Very little
• None

08
Please describe your library experience. If none, put N/A.
Required Question
Closing Date/Time: 6/27/2024 5:00 PM Pacific