Job Abstract

At the County of Marin, our employees overwhelmingly report feeling their work is meaningful, they like the work they do, and they are proud to tell people “I work for the County of Marin.” Discover more about us, our values and our organizational culture here. Read on to find out more about this opportunity.


The Marin County Free Library (MCFL) is a special taxing district that operates ten branch libraries in Marin under the authority of the Board of Supervisors. It provides public library services to the residents of the unincorporated areas of the County and the cities of Corte Madera, Fairfax, and Novato.

The Marin County Free Library is an innovative and dynamic civic institution that is committed to providing exceptional services to a community that cares deeply about the library and encourages the library to assume a critical role in supporting the community to be resilient, equitable, and progressive. MCFL is committed to racial equity and the inclusion of those with multiple perspectives and backgrounds in our decision making.

Library Assistant IIs provide day-to-day library services to patrons of all ages, including provision of basic reference and readers’ advisory, digital and information literacy instruction, and proactive customer service to enhance our ‘single desk’ model of service. They help lead improvement of branch materials handling; support programming, marketing and outreach to engage, empower and inspire Marin’s diverse communities; implement programs that help to close the academic achievement gap. These positions are key to expanding innovative library services and 21st century learning. Library Assistant II’s also oversee circulation and basic library operations and provide supervision and training to circulation staff and volunteers. Incumbents will serve communities with diverse backgrounds and abilities and will collaborate with school districts and community partners to anticipate and meet community needs.

There are currently two full-time vacancies for Library Assistant II-one with the Corte Madera branch and one with the South Novato Library (South Novato includes two sites: The Library and The Shop a free public workspace for making, learning, and building community). Candidates will be expected to work a schedule that includes some evenings and weekend days.

Candidates who meet the requirements for this position may be considered for future vacancies in other branch locations while this list remains active. We encourage you to apply now if you are interested in Library Assistant II assignments in any MCFL branch.

The Corte Madera Library
Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The first 30 candidates meeting minimum qualifications will continue to the next step in the recruitment.

Our Highly Qualified Candidate:
The highly qualified candidate has a strong interest and commitment in providing support and advising patrons in a public library setting. In addition, the ideal candidate works effectively in both an independent and team environment; has experience leading or supervising staff, is able to apply strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving skills in a rapidly changing environment; recognizes and respects cultural differences; has a firm commitment to addressing equity issues and improving the educational outcomes for children; and is passionate and enthusiastic about public library services.

Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English is highly desired.

Bilingual assignments are distinguished by the required proficiency in the English language as well as a designated second language, in this case, Spanish. Proficiency requires the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written form, sufficient to convey information and instructions to the public and other employees.

Bilingual Certification: Successful candidates must demonstrate proficiency in Spanish to be eligible for bilingual pay. A bilingual proficiency exam will be administered to ensure the candidate possesses the appropriate skill level to meet the requirements of the position.

QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of:

• Customer services techniques and practices.
• Organization, practices and procedures of a public library system.
• General library resources and practices.
• The Dewey Decimal System and its application.
• Standard office practices and procedures, including filing and the operation of standard office equipment.
• Standard telephone use and etiquette.
• Principles and practices for dealing with the public.
• Business arithmetic.
• Basic computer applications related to the work.
• Record keeping practices.
• Basic supervisory and training practices.

• Perform paraprofessional patron service and library support work independently.
• Depending on assignment, provide supervision and training to staff and volunteers, including creating and maintaining work schedules.
• Depending on assignment, assists in planning, developing, coordinating and presenting branch programs and activities.
• Depending on assignment, provide basic reference services.
• Interpret, apply and explain library policies and procedures.
• Use library equipment, automated library systems and other software programs related to the work.
• Understand and follow written and oral directions.
• Organize own work and set work priorities.
• Make accurate arithmetic calculations, including collecting and accounting for money collected.
• Collect, process and interpret data.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early. The first 30 candidates meeting minimum qualifications will continue to the next step in the recruitment.

All applicants will receive email notifications regarding their status in the recruitment process. Please be sure to check your spam settings to allow our emails to reach you. You may also log into your governmentjobs.com account to view these emails.

Testing and Eligible List: Depending on the number of qualified applications received, the examination may consist of a highly qualified review, application screening, online assessment, written examination, oral examination, performance examination, or any combination to determine which candidates' names will be placed on the eligible list. The eligible list established from this recruitment may be used to fill the current vacancy, and any future vacancies for open, fixed-term, full-time or part-time positions which may occur while the list remains active.

Disaster Service Workers: All County of Marin employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer: If you have questions regarding equal employment opportunities, please contact Roger Crawford, Equal Employment Opportunity Director, at 415-473-2095. If you have questions concerning this position announcement, please contact Alisa Samuel at Alisa.Samuel@marincounty.gov.