Librarian I/II - Adult Services
Do you feel passionate about serving the community of Humboldt County? Are you excited about planning and hosting a variety of engaging library programs? Do you have experience building relationships with community organizations? Are you interested in Humboldt County history?
If you enjoy connecting with community members, have strong communications skills, and thrice in a collaborative environment, please consider joining the dedicated team of professionals at the Humboldt County Library. The Humboldt County Library has an open position for Librarian I/II in Adult Services. This position has a strong community focus and acts as Programming Coordinator for Adult Services and manages the Historical Collection hosted in the Humboldt Room. The ideal candidate will independently and collaborative plan and develop man elements of the library programming. This includes, but is not limited to, creating and disseminating programming advertisements, onsite coordinating for community partner programs, scheduling, and creating and hosting engaging library programs or events.
Qualities We Value
- A desire to improve library services to people of all ages.
- Innovative and unconventional approaches to planning and problem-solving.
- An attention to detail mindset that builds healthy rapport with co-workers, patrons, and community members.
- A continual improvement-based approach to existing library facilities.
- Team-oriented.
- Values diversity:
- Celebrate team members and their successes.
- Considers issues from multiple points of view.
- Communicate effectively with patrons, staff, and library leadership.
Personal accountability:
- Prioritizes accuracy and efficiency.
- Demonstrates resourcefulness and creativity.
- See change as opportunity.
What You'll Do:
- Assess patron needs and advise them in making effective use of library resources and services.
- Assist patrons of all ages answering reference questions.
- Organize and host library programs for all age groups; may organize or participate in outreach, community events or related programs and projects.
- Manage the local history collection in the Humboldt Room.
- Plan and direct the work of library support staff and volunteers.
Where You'll Do It:
This position is located in Eureka, CA.
A typical schedule for this position is Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday 8AM-5PM and Wednesday 11AM-8PM, with a one-hour lunch.
DEFINITION
Under general supervision, performs routine to complex professional librarian work involving the selection, cataloging, circulation or reference use of library materials; provides varied library services to all age groups; performs related work as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Librarian I is the entry level class in the professional librarian series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents provide assistance and service to patrons while learning library policies, procedures and operations. As experience is gained, duties become more diversified and are performed under more general supervision. This class is alternately staffed with Librarian II, and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications for the higher level class.
Librarian II is the journey level class in this series, fully competent to perform difficult librarian work involving more complex services and tasks to patrons of all ages and requiring a thorough grasp of reference sources and search techniques, and a broader familiarity with technical processes and services available to library patrons. Direction of support staff may also be included. This class is distinguished from Supervising Librarian in that the latter is the first supervisory level in the librarian series with responsibility for system-wide ongoing special program development and implementation or major branch administration.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
HOW TO APPLY
A complete, original application must be filed for each position you are interested in applying for. Applicants must apply online through the County’s automated application system at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/humboldtcountyca.
Applications must be submitted no later than the final filing date and time listed on the job flyer.
It is important that your application shows all the relevant education and experience you possess. Human Resources staff does not consider or review resumes or attachments. Incomplete applications will be rejected.
Please read the job requirements section of the announcement. Be sure you meet these requirements since they will be carefully evaluated during the selection process.
Your performance in any employment examinations will be compared with the performance of others who take the tests. The examination results will be emailed to you as quickly as possible.
SELECTION PROCEDURE
The County utilizes a set of rules to ensure that our hiring processes are fair and equitable. Applications will be screened and those considered qualified will be invited to appear for an oral and/or written examination. Meeting the requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process. Depending upon the number of applications received, the selection process may consist of additional application screening, written and/or practical exam(s), oral interview, or any combination thereof.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How long does it take to fill out the application?
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You should allow 30 – 45 minutes to fill out your application.
Can I change my application after submitting it?
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No. Once an application has been submitted, it is final. Applicants may submit a new application with updated information during the filing period if they wish. Only the most recent application submitted will be considered. All other applications will not be considered.
How long until I hear back from you and how can I check for updates on my application?
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You may receive communications regarding your application at different stages of the selection process. Important updates will be sent to the email address listed in your governmentjobs.com account at the time of notification. To ensure you don't miss any critical information, we recommend keeping your email address current and regularly checking both your inbox and junk mail folders throughout the process. You can also log into your governmentjobs.com account at any time to check your application status. If you have any questions about your application's progress, please contact the County of Humboldt Human Resources Personnel Division at 707-476-2349 or [email protected].
Will I be informed if I am not selected for an interview / Oral Exam?
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Yes, you will be informed via email if you are not selected for an interview / Oral Exam.
OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION
Research indicates that individuals in protected classes can be less likely to submit a job application. The County of Humboldt is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where our employees are free to bring their full selves to work each day in an environment that allows them to reach their full potential. The County Board of Supervisors has made organizational commitments to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and the County is working to ensure that these commitments are reflected in all we do. The County recognizes that certain populations (BIPOC, Disabled Persons, Veterans, LGBTQIA+ community members, etc.) face systemic and structural challenges which may inhibit their ability to satisfy every requirement of the position. In recognition of these structural and systemic factors, the Human Resources Department understands that experience can be gained in many ways – oftentimes, outside of formal institutions – and strives to take a holistic approach in assessing an applicant’s qualifications for a position.
If you’re excited about this role but your past work experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply.
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
The County of Humboldt is committed to providing equal access and opportunities in its programs, activities, and employment, and does not discriminate on the basis of mental or physical disabilities. The Human Resources Department is located in the Humboldt County Courthouse, which has an accessible entrance on 4th Street. Accessible parking is available adjacent to the 4th Street entrance and on the 4th Street side of the K Street lot. Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. If invited to an examination and you are in need of a reasonable accommodation, please contact Human Resources immediately at (707) 476-2349 so arrangements can be made.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The county is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, military service, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances.
MEDICAL EXAMINATION
A pre-employment medical examination provided by the County may be required upon offer of employment.
OTHER EXAMINATIONS
Some positions also require psychological evaluation and/or extensive background investigation.
LICENSES
Some classifications require possession of valid professional and/or technical licenses. Some classifications may require the possession of a valid California driver’s license.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD
Persons appointed to regular County positions serve a probationary period. This is normally six (6) months but could be up to one (1) year. All designated safety employees serve a one-year probationary period.
EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY
It is the County’s intention to hire only those workers who are authorized to work in the United States, pursuant to the Immigration Act of 1990. If you are offered employment, you will be required to verify your eligibility to work in the United States. For law enforcement positions you will be required to verify your U.S. citizenship or legalized status.
DISASTER SERVICE WORKERS
All County of Humboldt employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.
THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. THE COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE NECESSARY MODIFICATIONS TO THE EXAMINATION PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HUMBOLDT COUNTY MERIT SYSTEM RULES.
