Library Technician

Salary : $45,801.60 - $61,297.60 Annually
Location : City Hall - 300 North Coast Highway - Oceanside, CA
Job Type: Part Time Benefited
Job Number: 2627-42
Department: Library
Opening Date: 10/08/2026
Closing Date: 10/30/2026 4:00 PM Pacific


Introduction
THE CITY OF OCEANSIDE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City of Oceanside is currently accepting applications for a part-time, 25 hours per week Library Technician position with the Oceanside Public Library. This position will be assigned to Support Services and will provide service at the Civic Center or Mission Branch Libraries, or other locations as needed. Availability to work all Saturdays is required, and availability to work some or all Sundays is valuable
The ideal candidate should be prepared to:

• Provide excellent customer service to both patrons and fellow staff
• Contribute to the Library's interlibrary loan and technical processing work
• Support their co-workers as a frontline lead when needed
• Assist in unit and department operations such as maintaining supplies and training new staff

The position will function effectively in a fast-paced, highly fluid working environment, alternating behind the scenes and interacting directly with the public.

Examples of Duties
Examples of duties performed by employees in this class may not include all required duties, nor are all listed tasks necessarily performed by everyone in this class.

Interlibrary Loan/Technical Processing

• performs specialized clerical work in circulation, ordering, and cataloging
• participates in the daily operation of the interlibrary loan system, including responding to requests from customers and participating libraries, tracking missing or delayed materials, and supporting other interlibrary loan staff
• provides assistance in the cataloging process
• assists in copy cataloging Library materials
• performs data entry and processing of assigned materials

Checkout/Check in

• Prepares circulation desk for daily operation
• staffs the circulation desk
• greets public
• provides directional assistance
• advises patrons on regulations and procedures of the Library
• registers borrowers and issues Library cards
• assists patrons with circulation of Library materials including to check out, renew, and check in Library material
• assists and provides support for circulation personnel and other staff as needed including resolving patron problems related to lost Library materials, holds, missing set parts, renewals, damaged materials, policies, and procedures
• places stops on patrons' cards
• enters information on patrons' cards

Support Services

• maintains supplies for circulation desks and assists with ordering materials
• contacts patrons regarding mismatched and damaged Library materials
• assists in training assigned personnel
• maintains current procedures manual for areas of responsibility
• prepares reports, correspondence, and other materials
• shelves materials as necessary
• serves as line supervisor for public desks in absence of supervisor
• duties may involve work at branch libraries as assigned

Reference

• answers telephones and provides referrals as necessary
• enables public access to materials by providing simple reference and readers' advisory assistance
• operates computer imaging and other equipment

Minimum Qualifications
Knowledge of:

• Order, classification, catalog, reserve, or inter-library loan policies, methods, and procedures used in public libraries.
• Business English and arithmetic as it relates to the performance of library clerical tasks.
• Common professional library terminology as it relates to the performance of library clerical tasks.
• Organization, principles, methods, materials, and practices found in libraries.
• Modern office procedures, methods and equipment including computers and applicable software applications.
• The role of the Integrated Library System and its practical application for efficient library operations, date organization, and record maintenance.

Ability to:

• Perform moderately difficult clerical and record keeping tasks.
• Type at a speed necessary for successful job performance.
• Operate and use modern office equipment including computers and standard business machines.
• Deal tactfully and efficiently with the public.
• Maintain and update accurate records and files.
• Perform basic arithmetic calculations accurately.
• Work independently and efficiently to carry out assignments.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience and Training Guidelines
Experience : One year of clerical or public contact experience in a library is highly desirable.
Training : Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) ability is desirable.

Working Conditions and Selection Process
Environmental Conditions : Library environment; extensive public contact.
Physical Conditions : Essential functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time, working in a library setting, and operating office equipment; visual acuity to read small print, computer screens, and printed documents; speaking and hearing to exchange information. Must possess the physical strength and flexibility to bend, squat, reach above shoulder level, kneel, push/pull and lift up to 30 pounds (books, items, equipment, etc.).
Special Conditions: Positions may require working some weekend and evening hours; may be required to adjust work schedule to meet library needs.
CITY OF OCEANSIDE

Oceanside City Employees' Association

Benefit Summary

The following is a highlight of benefits
Retirement
Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS)

• Employees hired after January 1, 2013 are subject to the State laws of PEPRA in regard to retirement benefits. Each individual's benefits may differ. Consult with Employee Benefits for further details.
• Third Level 1959 Survivor Credit
• Survivor Continuation option

Additional Retirement Credit Purchase Options

• Buy additional Service Retirement Credit prior to membership
• Service Credit for unused Sick Leave
• Buy additional Military Service Credit

Health Insurance

Medical/Vision: (First of the month following 60 days)

• Kaiser plan provided through Teamster Medical Trust. For more information please contact #View phone number on click.appcast.io

Dental: (First of the Month following hire)

• Delta Preferred Option (DPO)
• Delta Care USA (DHMO)

Pre-Tax Benefits

Health benefits are offered on a pre-tax basis and employees cannot add or delete coverage or benefits unless a qualifying event has occurred.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

The Anthem EAP is paid for by the City.

• Available to all members of your household
• 6 free confidential counseling visits per incident
• Self-service support online or by phone

Disability and Life Insurances

The STD/LTD/LIFE and AD&D Lincoln Financial premiums are paid for by City.
Short-Term Disability (STD) Insurance:

• First 90 days - benefits paid at 55% of weekly salary to a maximum weekly benefit of $700 for non-work related disability only
• Seven day waiting period unless hospitalized
• All sick leave must be exhausted before STD is used

Long-Term Disability Insurance:

• After 90 days - benefits paid at 66.7% of monthly salary to a maximum monthly benefit of $6,000 for any disability

Life and AD&D Insurance:

• 1 times annual base salary; minimum of $30,000 and maximum of $200,000 of Basic Life and AD&D

Voluntary Benefits

Benefits are employee paid.
Supplemental Life Insurance through Lincoln Financial:

• Premiums are determined by age
• Purchased up to a maximum $500,000 for employees
• Spousal coverage up to the employee amount
• Dependent coverage up to $10,000

Flexible Spending Accounts through BCC:

• Utilizes a debit card as a form of payment
• Health Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $3,400
• Dependent Care Spending Account - maximum annual deferral is $7,500

Deferred Compensation - 457 through Empower:

• 457 - Maximum annual pre/post-taxed amount is $24,500 for 2026; over age 50 may contribute an additional $8,000

MetLife Legal Plan

• Telephone and office consultations are available for an unlimited number for personal legal matters with an attorney of your choice.

GotZoom Student Loan Relief

• Provides a no-obligation benefit analysis for federal student loans to identify, maximize and enroll employees into Federal Loan Repayment and Forgiveness Programs.

ScholarShare 529

• An easy to manage plan that helps make the most of your or a designated beneficiary's college savings with tax benefits.

Tuition Reimbursement

Up to $2,000 per fiscal year

Leave Benefits
Vacation:


1 - 5 years: 3.58 hours
6 - 10 years: 5.12 hours
11 - 15 years: 6.65 hours
16 + years: 8.19
Maximum accrual:

• 360 hours for those hired before 7/1/95
• 300 hours for those hired 7/1/95 or after

Holidays:

• New Years' Day
• Martin Luther King Jr Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Friday after Thanksgiving Day
• Christmas Day
• 48 hours Floating Holidays per fiscal year

Sick Leave:
Accrual: 12 days per year

Max accrual: Unlimited
Annual Sick Leave Pay Off:


Each calendar year an employee may elect to receive a 50% payment in lieu of accrued sick leave provided such employee has used 3 work days (maximum of 36 hours) or less of sick leave during the calendar year and has a minimum of 100 hours in their sick leave bank prior to the cash out request.
Sick Leave pay off at separation:

• Sick leave paid out depends on years of service and whether an employee retires or terminates

Bereavement Leave:

• Three days for death of employee's immediate family member
• Two additional days may be charged to sick leave upon approval

Certification Pay

The City will provide certification pay up to $1.00 per hour for employees utilizing designated certifications in the performance of their duties.

Bilingual and Notary Pay
Bilingual: $1.73 per hour for eligible employees

Notary: $.58 per hour for eligible employees

Uniforms

The City will provide uniforms for any employee required by the City to wear such uniform in the course of their regular job duties.


Commercial Driver License
The City will reimburse the application cost of Commercial Class A or B Driver License to full-time employees in certain classifications.

Safety Shoes
The City will provide reimbursement up to $200 towards the purchase price of safety shoes to employees who are required to wear such shoes on the job.

Term of Compensation Plan
Effective July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2026
This is a summary of available benefits. It is not intended to provide full details of all programs. The appropriate Memorandum of Understanding, Compensation Plan and/or Benefit Plan Documents will govern any discrepancies and provide program specifics.

01


Do you possess one year of clerical and public contact experience in a public library?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have a high school diploma or GED equivalent?

• Yes
• No

03


Are you able to speak, read, and/or write Spanish?

• Yes
• No

04


Describe your experience working with public libraries or any organization similar in operations. Include experience assisting and providing service to the public. PLEASE INCLUDE THE LENGTH OF TIME WITH THIS EXPERINCE IN MONTHS OR YEARS.
05


Please describe your experience using software applications for library and/or technical processing tasks. PLEASE INCLUDE THE LENGTH OF TIME WITH THIS EXPERIENCE IN MONTHS AND/OR YEARS.
06


How do you assist customers who do not speak English, and whose language you do not speak?
07


Describe your work experience handling upset customers and/or complaints.
08


Are you available to work Saturdays, some or all Sundays, and varying shifts, including evenings?

• Yes
• No

09


Do you have experience as a lead worker?

• Yes
• No

10


Please describe your work experience as a lead worker. PLEASE INCLUDE THE LENGTH OF TIME WITH THIS EXPERIENCE IN MONTHS OR YEARS. If none, please list None.
11


Please describe your contributions to diversity through job activity or service, or potential diversity contributions you might make based on relevant experiences or job development. PLEASE INCLUDE THE LENGTH OF TIME WITH THIS EXPERIENCE IN MONTHS AND/OR YEARS.
12


CERTIFICATE OF APPLICANT: I certify that all statements and information provided in this application and any attachments are true, and I understand that any false or misleading statements or omission of material facts may forfeit my right to employment considerations by the City of Oceanside.

• Yes
• No

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