Library Assistant III

Paramount Job Duties

• Supervises trains assigns and schedules tasks oversees workflow and evaluates the performance of subordinate paraprofessional and/or library support staff in the performance of paraprofessional library work; Answers patrons reference question referring difficult questions to other staff or to the system reference unit supervise library volunteers youth employment program participants etc.
• Assists the public in selection of library materials using the automated library catalog and other means; assists in the physical location of materials in the branch or in securing the materials through system hold or inter-library loan
• Explains library policies and services to the public
• Answers patrons reference questions referring difficult questions to other staff or to the system reference unit
• May function as branch manager or branch assistant manager
• Oversees and performs the sorting and shelving of materials and maintaining of proper shelf order; assists in weeding the branch collection
• May oversee and perform copy cataloging or simple original cataloging of library materials under direction of a librarian
• May supervise the placing and places interlibrary loan requests and oversees the response or responds to those requests placed by other libraries
• Keeps library records and prepares simple reports and lists
• Conducts training for other staff on the operation of the automated library system and other computer products and systems
• May supervise the materials holds and overdue materials notification process
• Oversees preparation of materials for mailing or shipping
• May operate library bookmobile or drive other library vehicles

To view the complete job description please visit the County of Monterey website: Library Assistant III

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE
Will have a proven track record demonstrating the following knowledge skills and abilities:
Thorough Knowledge of:

Working Knowledge of:

Some Knowledge of:

• General principles and practices of library science
• Standard supervisory theory and practice
• Quality customer service and the facilitation of that service

Skill and Ability to:

• Select train schedule supervise and evaluate the work of subordinate library paraprofessional and library support staff and library volunteers and other non-funded library workers
• Carryout policies and operating procedures within County Library guidelines and interpret those policies and procedures for other staff and volunteers and for members of the public
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and promote and deliver quality public library service to customers
• Operate a personal computer with standard software such as Word Excel PowerPoint and to learn specialized library software systems such as Polaris
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Desirable Qualification:

• Bilingual English/Spanish and bicultural experience and skills are highly desirable

Any combination of training education and/or experience which provides for the knowledge skills and abilities required to perform the duties listed above is qualifying. An example of a way these requirements might be acquired is:

Experience
Approximately two years experience performing duties equivalent to those of a Library Assistant II for the County Library

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

The required conditions of employment include but are not limited to the following:

• Possess and maintain a valid California Class C drivers license or the ability to provide suitable transportation that is approved by the appointing authority.
• Be available to work a flexible schedule including evenings weekends holidays and during times of disaster and/or emergency.
• Prospective employees successfully complete a background review which may include a review of information concerning preset and/or prior employment driving record and record of any criminal convictions.

BENEFITS:

The County of Monterey offers an excellent benefits package. Please visit our website to view theF unitBenefit Summary Sheet. This information is not legally binding nor does it serve as a contract. The benefits listed in the Monterey County Personnel Policies and Practices Resolution or Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) prevail over this listing.

NOTES:

• As a condition of employment prospective employees may be required to submit to a background review which may include a review of information concerning present and/or prior employment driving record and record of any criminal convictions.
• Employment is contingent upon acceptable documentation verifying identity and authorization for employment in the U.S.; a list of acceptable documents is available on the USCIS Form I-9.
• If you are hired into this classification in a temporary position your rate of pay will be hourly and you will not be eligible for the benefits listed in the summary.

Application and Selection Procedures
ApplyOn-Line at
Filing Deadline: November 24 2025 by 11:59 PM(PST) Or

Hard copy applicationsmay be obtained from and submitted during normal business hours

Monday Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM by contacting:
Cynthia Juarez Human Resources Analyst II

Attn: Human Resources168 W. Alisal St. 3rd Floor Salinas CA 93901
Phone: or Email:

The selection process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made. To assess applicants possession of required qualifications the examination process may include an oral examination pre-examination exercises performance examination and/or written examination. The competitive examination process includes submittal of required application materials. A complete application package will include:

• A completed County of Monterey Employment Application

• Responses to the Supplemental Questions

Applicants who fail to provide all required materials by the final filing deadline will not be considered. Resumes cover letters letters of interest and other correspondence will not be accepted as a substitute for required application materials. All required application materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants that are determined to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further in the selection process.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITYAND REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION

Monterey County is a drug-free workplace and an equal opportunity employer. The County seeks candidates who can make contributions in an environment of cultural and ethnic diversity. Monterey County is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation contact Cynthia Juarez Human Resources Analyst at or email .