Librarian – County Library Full Time

Category Plumas County Jobs

Status Open

Applications will not be accepted after 5:00 PM on November 26, 2019

Salary $20.50/hr; $3,533-$4,323/mo

Closes May 13, 2020 5:00 PM

JOB DESCRIPTION

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DEFINITION

Under direction, to perform a variety of professional library services and programs for adults and children; to be responsible for reference systems and responding to patron reference requests; to catalog and classify materials; to supervise the operations and activities of County library branches and contract stations; to provide some work direction and training for other library staff; to perform collection development, acquisition, collection maintenance and preservation, and cataloging; to plan, organize, and direct the Plumas County Literacy Program; to oversee grant applications and administer, analyze and report on grants; and to do related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is a fully experienced, professional Librarian class. Positions have responsibility for assigned areas of library services such as reference, technical, or children’s services. They are generally responsible for the development, implementation, and coordination of the Plumas County Literacy Program. In addition, they provide some training and lead supervision for support staff, including but not limited to, Brand Library Assistants and contract stations, Literacy Program Assistants, and volunteers. When delegated, act as County Librarian.

Qualifications

Possession of Masters of Library Science (MLS) degree from an American Library Association accredited library school, AND two (2) years of experience in one or more of the following areas: administrative experience; grant management including fiscal experience; or experience performing a variety of professional library work.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid driver’s license at time of application and a valid California Driver’s License by the time of appointment. The valid California License must be maintained throughout employment.

Miscellaneous Information

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

EOE