Salary: $18.02 - $19.87 Hourly Location : 4802 Lakeview Avenue Yorba Linda, CA Job Type: Part Time Job Number: 181900206 Department: Library Division: Library Opening Date: 08/23/2024 Closing Date: Continuous The Position Under direct supervision keeps library materials shelved and organized, and helps prepare the facility for program use, and assists with other library-specific work on a part-time basis. Must work a set schedule that meets the needs of assigned division. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment can close at any time, with or without notice. *A cover letter must be included when applying for this position*Examples of Duties
Shelves library materials according to alphabetical, numerical, and categorical systems; and maintains cleanliness and orderliness of shelves. Reads shelves for accuracy and re-shelves misplaced items. Lifts and moves boxes of donations. May aid library patrons in use of printers, copy machines and other audiovisual equipment and handles minor problems with equipment. May process materials for shelf readiness, repair or discard. Performs a wide range of physical motions, which may include routine and repetitive bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, moving, lifting, and carrying library materials and other equipment up to 25 pounds; and pushes books trucks with a force of up to 20 pounds. Physically lifts and arranges library furniture and equipment for library programs and facility rentals, and restores the rooms to an orderly condition following their use. Performs janitorial tasks as needed. Performs minor facility maintenance duties prior to scheduled classes and activities. Assist with the supervision of facility rentals and enforce rules applicable to that reservation. Performs other library-related duties as assigned. Desirable Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Willingness to do routine, solitary work. Ability to learn the Dewey Decimal System and other library filing systems, ability to alphabetize and to shelve accurately and with acceptable speed and neatness. Ability to follow written and oral instructions. Ability to meet the public with courtesy, tactfully refer customers to the appropriate service desk, and work harmoniously with other employees. Ability to learn and perform repetitive tasks and to organize, prioritize, and pace work duties. Ability to communicate clearly and resolve situations diplomatically. Knowledge of basic customer service standards. OtherMinimum Qualifications Graduation from high school. Applicant must be 18 years or older and available to work up to 10 - 20 hours a week, Monday-Sunday, including nights and weekends. Experience None Physical Requirements This position requires physical ability to perform a wide range of motions which may include routine and repetitive bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, moving, lifting, and carrying library materials and other objects up to 25 pounds; and pushing and pulling book carts with a force of up to 60 pounds. These activities are done consistently throughout a work shift. Vision requirements include ability to read written instruction, book covers, and spine labels on books, magazines, and other printed materials. Hearing and speaking requirements include ability to communicate effectively with supervisor and co-workers. Background Check/Physical Exam Individuals selected for employment will be required to take and pass a background check (fingerprinting) for all positions and medical exam for full time and permanent part time positions. The background check and medical examination are at City expense; and conducted by a law enforcement agency and physician designated by the City. Candidates who are currently working are urged not to resign until they have successfully passed the background check, physical examination and received a final offer letter. Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Yorba Linda does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment. Any qualified individual with a disability must provide reasonable notice to the Human Resources Department prior to the final date of an examination. In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, all new employees hired by the City must verify identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing required documentation. Disaster Service Worker In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, City of Yorba Linda Employees, in the event of a disaster, are considered disaster service workers and may be asked to respond accordingly. The City does not participate in Social Security, but rather provides an alternative retirement benefit in accordance with Internal Revenue Service regulations. Each part-time employee will automatically be enrolled in an individual MIssionSquare Retirement deferred compensation (retirement) account in which an employee must contribute 3.75% of their gross earnings and the City will contribute an additional 3.75% on behalf of the employee. Part-time employees must also contribute 1.45% of their gross earnings for Medicare coverage. No health or vacation leave benefits are provided to temporary part-time positions. Sick leave is accrued in accordance with the Healthy Workplaces, Healthy Family Act of 2014. 01 Candidates will be evaluated based on the information provided on both the application and the responses to the following supplemental questions. Failure to fully detail all experience or stating experience in response to the supplemental question but not listing the experience in the application, copy/pasting information, or responses referring to your resume may eliminate you from consideration. Do you understand this requirement?
02 Please indicate your years of Library experience.
- No experience
- Less than two (2) years
- Two (2) or more years
03 If you have library experience, please indicate which positions you've held. 04 The Library Page position works various shifts including mornings, afternoons, and evenings on weekdays and weekends including Sunday's. Please mark the times your schedule can accommodate these varying schedules.
- Weekday Mornings (8:00 AM - 12:00 PM)
- Weekday Afternoons (12:00 PM - 4:00 PM)
- Weekday Evenings (4:00 PM - 8:00 PM)
- Weekend Mornings (8:00 AM - 1:00 PM)
- Weekend Afternoons (1:00 PM - 5:00 PM)
- Friday After Hours for Special Events (5:00 PM - 2:00 AM)
- Saturday After Hours for Special Events (5:00 PM - 2:00 AM)
- Sunday After Hours for Special Events (8:00 AM - 12:00 AM)
05 Please indicate which days of the week you are available to work:
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
06 Please explain any schedule restrictions here. Required Question