Library Assistant II-Fairfax Branch

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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 toenhance our single desk model of service. They help lead improvement of branch materials handling; support programming marketing and outreach to engage empower and inspire Marins diverse communities; implement programs that help older adults and other vulnerable populations. These positions are key to expanding innovative library services and 21st century learning. Library Assistant IIs also oversee circulation and basic library operations andprovide supervision and training to circulation staff and will serve communities with diverse backgrounds and abilities and will collaborate with community partners to anticipate and meet community needs.

There is currently one vacancy with the Fairfax branch. The work schedule rotates every other month::

Month 1

Tuesday 12 - 8pm

Wednesday 9 - 5pm

Thursday 9 - 5pm

Friday 9 - 5pm

Saturday 9 - 5pm

Month 2

Monday 8 - 4pm

Tuesday 12 - 8pm

Wednesday 9 - 5pm

Thursday 9 - 5pm

Friday 9 - 5pm

Our Highly Qualified Candidate:

The highly qualified candidate has a strong interest and commitment in providing support and advising patrons in a public library 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 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.

Ability to:

• 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Any combination of education and experience that demonstrates the knowledge and abilities listed below. Typically equivalent to graduation from high school and two years of experience assisting patrons in a public or academic library. College coursework in library sciences may be substituted up to one year of the required experience.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTSCandidates selected are subject to fingerprinting by the Sheriffs Department and must pass a Department of Justice LiveScan background check prior to appointment.

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