Job Abstract

This recruitment is limited to the first 50 applications. The City of Oxnard's Cultural and Community Services Department is seeking a Library Page with strong technical and customer service skills to be part of the Library team. This individual must be comfortable assisting the public courteously and tactfully. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication techniques with staff and patrons. We are looking to fill shifts in afternoon (1-5 pm) at least 1 day a week, but morning, evening, ... more details

Description

This recruitment is limited to the first 50 applications.

The City of Oxnard's Cultural and Community Services Department is seeking a Library Page with strong technical and customer service skills to be part of the Library team. This individual must be comfortable assisting the public courteously and tactfully. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication techniques with staff and patrons. We are looking to fill shifts in afternoon (1-5pm) at least 1 day a week, but morning, evening, and Saturday shifts may also be available.

UPCOMING EXAM DATES :

Friday, July 26, 2024

All sessions will offer a morning session and an afternoon session.

*Dates may be subject to change. You will receive an email communication inviting you to the written exam with the exact test dates.*

DEFINITION:

Under close supervision, the Library Page performs a variety of routine tasks to support maintaining the library's collections and public areas, and provides general information and assistance to library patrons.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Library Page is the entry level of the non-professional Library classifications that provides routine patron assistance duties such as answering basic questions, shelving and retrieving materials, assisting in the computer lab/microfilm/microfiche area and performing general clerical duties. The Library Page differs from the higher level Library Aide in that the Library Aide is responsible for the more technical library duties such as circulation, automation, acquisitions, cataloging and processing of materials.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED/EXERCISED:
General supervision is provided by a higher level library staff member.

WORK SCHEDULE:

These positions work various schedules and at various locations throughout the City of Oxnard. These positions may be required to be available to work additional hours as needed to respond to workload needs. These positions are not governed by the overtime provisions of the federal Fair Labor Standards Act and are eligible for overtime pay.

PLEASE NOTE:
Extra-Help positions are NOT expected to last more than 960 hours per fiscal year. Under the terms of the City's benefits plan and policies, this position is NOT eligible for benefits due to the short duration of employment. In this position, employment with the City of Oxnard is at will and those selected for temporary placement retain the option, as does the City of Oxnard, to end employment at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause.

Essential Functions

Include but are not limited to the following:

Assists with shelving and retrieving books, tidying shelves and filing materials. Ensures that books are in the right place on the shelves.
Provides customer service at the Library Help Desk answering directional questions.
Prepares the library for closure by clearing tables of books, returning periodicals to racks, straightening books on shelves, etc.
Assist at circulation desk on behalf of library patrons processing library card applications, checking in and out materials, accepting payment of library fines, placing library materials on hold and providing direction to locations within the library.
Assists with basic processing of library materials for introduction to the collection; pulls patron requests.
Maintains the library in a neat and orderly condition; ensures facilities are safe for use and that all activities are conducted as safely as possible with the objective to prevent injuries.
Provides general information and assists with basic computer and technology questions.
Communicates and assists with enforcement of library rules.
Performs a wide variety of routine administrative support work, including sorting and distributing incoming and outgoing correspondence, issuing study rooms, etc.; may assist with special projects such as inventory or outreach.
Communicates and supports the enforcement of library policy and procedure.
Performs opening and closing procedures.
Performs other related duties as is necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

The following are minimal qualifications necessary for entry into the classification:

Education and Experience:

Graduation from high school (or substitution of G.E.D. or California Proficiency Certification).
Must be at least 18 years of age.

License, Certification and Other Requirements:

Possession of a valid California Class C driver's license.
Must be able to speak and understand English to effectively communicate with fellow employees, customers, and vendors.

General Information

APPLICATION PROCESS:

Submit NEOGOV/Government Jobs on-line application.
Complete and submit responses to the supplemental questions, if required.
Upload resume, cover letter or other requested documents.

Your application may be rejected as incomplete if you do not include the relevant information in the online application and include the information only on the resume. Applications and/or Supplemental Questionnaires that state "see my resume" or "see my personnel file" are considered incomplete and will not be accepted. Cover letters and/or optional resumes are not accepted in lieu of a completed application.

The selected candidate must pass a thorough background investigation.

Please note: Extra Help employees are "at-will" and are not provided any benefits other than those required by state or federal law.

NOTE:

For most positions, the City of Oxnard relies on office automation (Microsoft Office) and web-based enabled tools, therefore candidates must be proficient and comfortable with computer use to perform functions associated with on-going work.
Regular and reliable attendance, effective communication skills, and development of effective working relationships are requirements of all positions.
Employees are required to participate in the City’s direct deposit plan and are paid on a bi-weekly basis.
City staff may be required to play an active role in the event of an emergency, which may include changes in responsibilities and working hours.
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 3100, all public Employees are required to serve as disaster service workers subject to such disaster service activities as may be assigned to them.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

The City of Oxnard is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all qualified applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or sexual orientation.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION:

The City of Oxnard makes reasonable accommodation for individuals/people with disabilities. If you believe you require special arrangements to participate in the testing process, you must inform the Human Resources Department in writing no later than the filing date. Applicants who request such accommodation must document their request with an explanation of the type and extent of accommodation required.

LEGAL REQUIREMENT:

On the first day of employment, new employees must provide proof of citizenship or documentation of legal right to work in the United States in compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, as amended. The City participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9. For more information on E-Verify, please contact DHS. 888-897-7781 dhs.gov/e-verify.

If you have any questions regarding this recruitment, please contact Brenna Perteet at brenna.perteet@oxonard.org

NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this bulletin may be modified or revoked without notice.

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