Library Technical Assistant

The City is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated individual to fill a vacancy in the Adult Services division of the Library. Successful candidates should have knowledge of current library practices, be able to assist the public in locating library information and materials, have a community centered focus, and have experience in designing and providing adult programs.
WHAT WE DO:

NOTE: This is a Part-time (32 hours per week) job class and is benefit eligible.

Required Submittals with application:

• Resume
• Cover Letter

These duties are a representative example; position assignments may vary depending on the business needs of the department and organization.

This position:

• Performs reference work in Adult, Youth Services, or at a branch location.
• Assists patrons with selecting and locating materials, demonstrates proficiency with library computer systems and demonstrates use to the public, including microfilm, computers, databases, and copiers.
• May conduct workshops and programs for general public and/or aid in various presentation such as story times, book talks, puppetry, and class tours/visits.
• Acts as liaison with the community, may design public relation materials and publicize services in local media, and solicit, screen, and train volunteers.
• Maintains in-house statistics, databases and systems and assists with the interlibrary loan process.
• May aid in selection of books and other media and maintain special collection material.
• Scope of assigned area will depend on departmental structure and is at the discretion of the department director.
• Upholds the values of the organization and has strong customer service orientation.
• Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates regular, reliable and punctual attendance.

• Ideally, previous library and computer experience; and
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree and specialized training or experience in a subject field with value in reference work.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Current technical/professional knowledge of principles, methods, standards and techniques associated with the scope of work of a recognized profession, such as:
  • Public library role and municipal operations.
  • Effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Microsoft Office Suite (or equivalent).
  • Use computer and other office equipment effectively.

Individual Contributor:

Incumbents should have a solid foundation of the following core competencies identified by the organization to be essential and listed in order of importance (click the hyper link to see the full definition Individual Contributor Competencies):

• Team Player - Effective performers are team oriented, share resources, respond to requests, and support a spirit of cooperative effort.
• Customer Orientation - Effective performers are in touch with community needs and review the organization through the eyes of Santa Maria residents. They go out of their way to anticipate needs.
• Integrity - Effective performers think and act ethically and honestly, take responsibility for their actions and foster a work environment where integrity is rewarded.
• Communicativeness - Effective performers recognize the essential value of continuous information exchange and the competitive advantage it brings. They actively seek information from a variety of sources and disseminate it in a variety of ways. They use modern technologies to access and circulate information, even across great distances. They take responsibility for ensuring that their people have the current and accurate information needed for success.
• Initiative - Effective performers are proactive and take action without being prompted. They do not wait to be told what to do or when to do it. They see a need, take responsibility, and act on it. They make things happen.
• Composure - Effective performers maintain emotional control, even under ambiguous or stressful circumstances, and demonstrate emotions appropriate to the situation.
• Functional/Technical Expertise - Effective performers are knowledgeable and skilled in a functional specialty (e.g., finance, public works, planning, information technology, human resources, etc.), and remain current in their area of expertise.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making - Effective performers identify problems, solve them, act decisively, and show good judgment.
• Learning Agility - Effective performers continuously seek new knowledge, are curious, learn quickly, and use new information effectively.
• Drive/Energy - Effective performers have a high level of energy and are ambitious and passionate about their role. They have stamina and endurance to maintain a fast pace.

In addition to your completed application, a cover letter and resume are required as part of the application process. If a cover letter and resume are not attached, your application will be considered incomplete.
If you are experiencing any technical (computer related) difficulties or need help with attaching documents to your application, please call the NEOGOV help line for assistance at 1-855-524-5627.
The most qualified candidates will be selected to appear before a panel for an oral interview. Those applicants invited to interview will be notified electronically at the e-mail address provided by each candidate through application process. Therefore, it is the applicant's responsibility to provide an accurate email address and to allow their inbox to receive emails in regard to this recruitment (please check spam/junk mail folder). A tentative oral interview date is TBD. The oral board will recommend a limited number of candidates to the eligibility list from which the Library Technical Assistant may be selected.
Prior to an offer of employment, applicants must pass a background investigation to the satisfaction of the City.Employment Type: Full-Time