Librarian I/II (Neighborhood Services)

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed. Job Description The City of Redwood City is looking for a dynamic, energetic, team-oriented full-time (38-hours per week) Librarian I/II. This position is flexibly staffed at the Librarian I/II level, depending on the candidate’s experience. The current opening is based at the family friendly Redwood Shores Branch Library and will deliver innovative services and programs for children, families and teens, at both the Redwood Shores Branch Library and Schaberg Branch Library. This position will require ability to work during the days, evenings and weekends. The mission of the Redwood City Public Library is to cultivate community and advance equity by welcoming all people to experience the shared joys of literacy and learning. This position plays a key role in advancing that mission by fostering a sense of inclusion and belonging for the diverse youth and adults in our community.

BENEFITS

Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) 2%@60 for current “classic” members, 2%@62 for new members Health Insurance: Opportunity to select from a variety of health plans that are administered by PERS; Maximum City contribution is $2,373.74/month Dental & Vision Insurance: The City pays 95% of the premium Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Vacation Leave: 10-25 days per year Sick Leave:12 days per year Paid Holidays: 18 days per year Bereavement Leave: up to 3 days Free Fitness Center access at City facilities Education Reimbursement Program up to $1,500 annually Commuter Program: City matches up to $100/month on commuter expenses. Additional Info & Requirements The ideal candidate for this position will work onsite and in person, have at least one year of experience performing professional library work with children (0-5 years old) in early childhood education, children’s library work, storytelling and read-aloud activities. The ability to speak Mandarin is a plus. Example Job duties: Advise and assist library customers; demonstrate the use of library catalogs and other library resources; refer customers to other appropriate agencies as needed. Provide customer service experience that strives for the highest level of satisfaction, by applying and using the Redwood City Public Library Active Customer Service Model. Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of programs and services in such areas as youth, teen, adult, and others; recommend program and procedure changes. Participate in library publicity and public relations activities; prepare exhibits for publicity. Guide customers to books or other Library materials to further their reading interest Organize and maintain a variety of library materials. Classify and catalog library materials. Maintain and update library databases. Review appropriate sources and select materials for acquisition and/or deselection, as appropriate. Research and respond to difficult or technical information service questions Participate in department meetings and continuing education programs as appropriate. Attend and represent the Library at professional meetings as required. Perform outreach to the community, community organizations, and schools; inform residents and community organizations about library services, programs and collections. Respond to customer complaints and requests. Assist in selecting, supervising, training and evaluating assigned staff. Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise and review the work of staff involved in department Participate in budget preparation and administration; prepare cost estimates for budget recommendations; submit justifications for budget items; monitor and control expenditures. The Community Located in the Silicon Valley at the center of the San Francisco Peninsula, the City of Redwood City is known as a creative, innovative and dynamic organization and community. With a population of over 85,000, the city has a healthy blend of residential, commercial and industrial elements in a community that stretches from the San Francisco Bay to the hills of the San Francisco peninsula. The city is home to a vibrant Caltrain station where commuters from both San Jose to the south, and San Francisco to the north, arrive into one of the most tech-savvy communities in the world. Redwood City offers outstanding accommodations, top entertainment, and diverse dining options. The City's pedestrian-friendly and distinctive Downtown honors the community's heritage and is home to a growing number of restaurants, and a vibrant mix of retail to fit every consumer mood. The beautiful Courthouse Square stands as the centerpiece of Downtown and has become the gathering place for people from throughout the community and the peninsula. Redwood City enjoys a one-of-a-kind waterfront including the Redwood Shores neighborhood, with ample recreational opportunities right on the Bay. The community also boasts the only deep-water port in the south San Francisco Bay, has a yacht harbor, and offers numerous bayfront residential options. The success and health of Redwood City is built upon the community's diversity, civic pride, strong neighborhoods, and each individual's sense of responsibility for making the City a better place for all. It's a terrific place to do business, with appealing neighborhoods supported by a strong sense of community, making Redwood City a natural place to call "home". #J-18808-Ljbffr Library Jobline