Librarian III

Summary

Bargaining Unit: Local 1 - Library UnitWhy join the Contra Costa County Library?Contra Costa County's Library Department is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a vacancy in the Librarian III classification. The current vacancy is in our Cataloging workgroup within Library Administration, but the eligible list may be used for any other Librarian III vacancies in the system.The PositionNote: This position requires bilingual proficiency in Chinese. Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Chinese proficiently and must pass a bilingual proficiency examination before and after appointment. A salary differential of $200 per month will be paid to employees who have passed the proficiency examinations.We Are Looking For Someone Who IsAn emotionally intelligent communicator and collaborator able to productively navigate the highs and lows of interpersonal relationshipsAble to employ cultural humility, cultural sensitivity, and adapt behavior appropriately to increase equitable access to programs and servicesSupportive of staff achievements and leads with enthusiasmAble to set clear performance expectations and provide coaching to support staff successPassionate about aligning their work with the Library's strategic goalsUnwavering in their commitment to excellent customer serviceInnovative and results-drivenSupportive of the Library's efforts to provide equitable service to its patronsAble to thrive in an ever-changing environmentWhat You Will Typically Be Responsible ForDirect supervision over an assigned unit or work areaCollaborating with other departmental staff to provide an integrated program of library serviceSupervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of assigned staffHelping foster and create a pleasant, respectful, and welcoming environmentPlanning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating departmentally approved projects and programs for various age groups and technologiesGiving presentations, conducting story time, and providing reader's advisory services, instructing patrons on the use of library servicesWorking on the public service deskCompiling and analyzing statistics and preparing reports of unit activities and operationsKeeping current with, and providing recommendations on emerging trends and technologiesDeveloping and providing solutions for staff trainingFor Cataloging WorkgroupDeveloping, implementing, and evaluating cataloging practices and procedures and ensuring alignment with CCCL policies, values, and strategic focusCreating and editing Machine Readable Cataloging (MARC) records for library materials. Verifying access points, analyzing content, applying appropriate subject headings, and classifying materials as needed in accordance with applicable standards and software (RDA, MARC21, OCLC).Ensuring that bibliographic control activities result in maximum retrieval with minimum user effortVerifying, downloading, updating, and exporting data and reports into various library-specific databases, including the integrated library system (ILS), online public access catalog (OPAC), and applicable discovery layersContributing to ILS cleanup and maintenance and assisting with troubleshooting of third‑party APIs as related to cataloging dataKnowledge of Dewey classification rules, LC subject headings, and LC naming conventionsPreparing and retrieving data for the cataloging department and related CCCL system statistics and reportsFamiliarity with FileZilla and MarcEdit softwareA Few Reasons You Might Love This JobYou will have continuous learning opportunities and ongoing trainingYou will have imaginative opportunities for mentorshipYou will have career growth and upward mobility within the departmentYou will work in a supportive and respectful working environment that values work‑life balanceA Few Challenges You Might FaceYou will be faced with evening and shift work according to established or flexible schedulesYou will be required to be available to travel to various branches or outlets throughout the CountyYou will be required to adapt to ever‑changing technologyCompetencies RequiredCritical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claimsProfessional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountabilityDecision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely mannerBuilding & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationshipsValuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplaceAdaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requiresDelivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high‑quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risksProfessional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the jobUsing Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applicationsAttention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work productsDisplaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high‑quality, timely, and cost‑effective resultsOral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogueInterpersonal Savvy: Considering and responding appropriately to the needs and feelings of others in different situationsCustomer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customersHandling & Resolving Conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situationsTeamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goalsMinimum QualificationsEducation: Possession of a Master's degree in Library Science (MLS) or a Master's Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from a school of librarianship accredited by the American Library Association (ALA).Experience: Two (2) years of full‑time, or its equivalent, as a professional librarian.Substitution for Education: Two (2) additional years of full‑time, or its equivalent, experience as a Librarian II with Contra Costa County, or in a related position performing similar duties, AND possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required Master's Degree.Other Requirements: Some positions may require candidates to possess and maintain throughout the duration of employment a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.Desirable QualificationsA passion for public serviceKnowledge of and experience with general management practices, supervision, public speaking, and trainingExperience with initiatives related to closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practicesA Master's Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or a Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS) is highly desirableEqual Employment OpportunityIt is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Bargaining Unit: Local 1 - Library UnitWhy join the Contra Costa County Library?Contra Costa County's Library Department is seeking a qualified candidate to fill a vacancy in the Librarian III classification. The current vacancy is in our Cataloging workgroup within Library Administration, but the eligible list may be used for any other Librarian III vacancies in the system.The PositionNote: This position requires bilingual proficiency in Chinese. Candidates must be able to read, write, and speak Chinese proficiently and must pass a bilingual proficiency examination before and after appointment. A salary differential of $200 per month will be paid to employees who have passed the proficiency examinations.We Are Looking For Someone Who IsAn emotionally intelligent communicator and collaborator able to productively navigate the highs and lows of interpersonal relationshipsAble to employ cultural humility, cultural sensitivity, and adapt behavior appropriately to increase equitable access to programs and servicesSupportive of staff achievements and leads with enthusiasmAble to set clear performance expectations and provide coaching to support staff successPassionate about aligning their work with the Library's strategic goalsUnwavering in their commitment to excellent customer serviceInnovative and results-drivenSupportive of the Library's efforts to provide equitable service to its patronsAble to thrive in an ever-changing environmentWhat You Will Typically Be Responsible ForDirect supervision over an assigned unit or work areaCollaborating with other departmental staff to provide an integrated program of library serviceSupervising, reviewing, and evaluating the work of assigned staffHelping foster and create a pleasant, respectful, and welcoming environmentPlanning, coordinating, implementing, and evaluating departmentally approved projects and programs for various age groups and technologiesGiving presentations, conducting story time, and providing reader's advisory services, instructing patrons on the use of library servicesWorking on the public service deskCompiling and analyzing statistics and preparing reports of unit activities and operationsKeeping current with, and providing recommendations on emerging trends and technologiesDeveloping and providing solutions for staff trainingFor Cataloging WorkgroupDeveloping, implementing, and evaluating cataloging practices and procedures and ensuring alignment with CCCL policies, values, and strategic focusCreating and editing Machine Readable Cataloging (MARC) records for library materials. Verifying access points, analyzing content, applying appropriate subject headings, and classifying materials as needed in accordance with applicable standards and software (RDA, MARC21, OCLC).Ensuring that bibliographic control activities result in maximum retrieval with minimum user effortVerifying, downloading, updating, and exporting data and reports into various library-specific databases, including the integrated library system (ILS), online public access catalog (OPAC), and applicable discovery layersContributing to ILS cleanup and maintenance and assisting with troubleshooting of third‑party APIs as related to cataloging dataKnowledge of Dewey classification rules, LC subject headings, and LC naming conventionsPreparing and retrieving data for the cataloging department and related CCCL system statistics and reportsFamiliarity with FileZilla and MarcEdit softwareA Few Reasons You Might Love This JobYou will have continuous learning opportunities and ongoing trainingYou will have imaginative opportunities for mentorshipYou will have career growth and upward mobility within the departmentYou will work in a supportive and respectful working environment that values work‑life balanceA Few Challenges You Might FaceYou will be faced with evening and shift work according to established or flexible schedulesYou will be required to be available to travel to various branches or outlets throughout the CountyYou will be required to adapt to ever‑changing technologyCompetencies RequiredCritical Thinking: Analytically and logically evaluating information, propositions, and claimsProfessional Integrity & Ethics: Displaying honesty, adherence to principles, and personal accountabilityDecision Making: Choosing optimal courses of action in a timely mannerBuilding & Maintaining Relationships: Establishing rapport and maintaining mutually productive relationshipsValuing Diversity: Appreciating the benefits of varied backgrounds and cultures in the workplaceAdaptability: Responding positively to change and modifying behavior as the situation requiresDelivering Results: Meeting organizational goals and customer expectations and making decisions that produce high‑quality results by applying technical knowledge, analyzing problems, and calculating risksProfessional & Technical Expertise: Applying technical subject matter to the jobUsing Technology: Working with electronic hardware and software applicationsAttention to Detail: Focusing on the details of work content, work steps, and final work productsDisplaying Ownership and Accountability: Holding self and others accountable for measurable high‑quality, timely, and cost‑effective resultsOral Communication: Engaging effectively in dialogueInterpersonal Savvy: Considering and responding appropriately to the needs and feelings of others in different situationsCustomer Focus: Attending to the needs and expectations of customersHandling & Resolving Conflict: Managing interpersonally strained situationsTeamwork: Collaborating with others to achieve shared goalsMinimum QualificationsEducation: Possession of a Master's degree in Library Science (MLS) or a Master's Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) from a school of librarianship accredited by the American Library Association (ALA).Experience: Two (2) years of full‑time, or its equivalent, as a professional librarian.Substitution for Education: Two (2) additional years of full‑time, or its equivalent, experience as a Librarian II with Contra Costa County, or in a related position performing similar duties, AND possession of a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university may substitute for the required Master's Degree.Other Requirements: Some positions may require candidates to possess and maintain throughout the duration of employment a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's License.Desirable QualificationsA passion for public serviceKnowledge of and experience with general management practices, supervision, public speaking, and trainingExperience with initiatives related to closing equity gaps and engaging in equitable practicesA Master's Degree in Library and Information Science (MLIS) or a Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS) is highly desirableEqual Employment OpportunityIt is the policy of Contra Costa County to consider all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, military or veteran status, or other protected category under the law.#J-18808-Ljbffr