Thursday, July 29, 2010

Children's Librarian-Yolo County

Library: Yolo County Library
Contact: Information withheld by request
Address: 226 Buckeye Street
Woodland, CA 95695-2600
Phone: 530-666-8005
Fax: 530-666-8006
E-Mail: Information withheld by request
URL: www.yolocounty.org/org/library

Job Information
Job Title: Children's Librarian
Job Category: Children's/Young Adult Librarian
Type of Library: Public
Education Required: Course work in library science
Salary: $40,000 to $49,999
Location: Yolo County
Job Description:
Dear colleagues:

Make a difference with us!

Below is the URL for the current Children’s Librarian vacancy at Arthur F. Turner Community Library in West Sacramento. This is a Librarian I or II position, so those with entry level and little experience as well as those with many years of experience are eligible to apply. This is fine opportunity for a youth services librarian – the Turner Community Library is a great place to work and the community is very appreciative of their new library, which opened on 10/10/09. There is a strong team of staff, committed to this diverse community. Services to youth is a highlight of the branch services at Turner with dedicated storytimes for preschoolers and toddlers, bilingual storytimes for Spanish and Russian families, a dedicated teen room and teen advisory group, an active afterschool homework program, family literacy programming, a toy lending library (through the City of Davis Child Care Services) and great partnerships with local and regional youth serving agencies, including the Washington Unified School District, Collings Teen Center, West Sacramento Youth Resource Coalition and Yolo County Children’s Alliance, First 5 Yolo, as well as the City of West Sacramento. With the City’s Community Center opening soon, there will be a natural link with UP4WS (Up for West Sacramento – the First 5 funded West Sacramento universal preschool program) and the City’s Parks and Recreation programs.
Final Filing Date: 8/13/10
How to Apply:
In order to be considered, interested applicants must submit an online County of Yolo Employment Application, verification of education, and responses to supplemental questions.

Additional application materials may be submitted to the Yolo County Human Resources Department in any one or more of the following ways:

As an attachment to the online application
By e-mail to hrjobs@yolocounty.org
By fax to (530)666-8049
By hand-delivery to 625 Court Street, Room 101, Woodland, CA 95695. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
All required documents must be received by the Human Resources Department by the final filing deadline. Postmarks will not be accepted.


The ability to speak Spanish and/or Russian is preferred, but not required. Specific duties and requirements for the vacancy to be filled include:

Understanding of current issues in children’s literature and services, including basic knowledge of appropriate reading levels;
Serving on committees as part of a systemwide team;
Performing collection development responsibilities including tracking budget and selection, acquisition, evaluation and weeding of library materials, including electronic resources;
Ability to plan, implement and manage a grant-funded program, including budget oversight;
Creating written promotional materials, including press releases, flyers, as well as library instructional materials;
Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
May oversee library operations in absence of Branch Manager;
May perform cash reconciliation;
Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form, including creating reports and writing grants;
Ability to assess and analyze needs of the community;
Ability to learn, understand and utilize current and emerging technologies and trends;
Proficiency in basic computer applications, including MS Office suite and outlook;
Overseeing Toy Lending Library: acting as liaison with City of Davis Child Care Services, and training, scheduling and supervising volunteers;
Ability to seek out and work with community partners such as schools; and
Ability to plan and implement children's and young adult programming.
The ALA standards for competencies for librarians serving children in public libraries, can be found at the following link:

http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alsc/edcareeers/alsccorecomps/index.cfm

Wednesday, July 21, 2010

Consultant-short term

I am seeking a contractor for a short-term position advising and supporting the implementation of an improved information management system for our San Francisco-based consulting and research organization (Great Place to Work Institute, Inc; www.greatplacetowork.com). If you have relevant experience, or know of anyone else who does, I would very much appreciate your passing this along! I am having a hard time finding the right resource here and would love any advice others have.

This project has two possible scopes that I would want to discuss with candidates to determine which was the best fit based on fees, availability, and skills.

First, the widest scope, would be to analyze the information management needs of our organization at a high-level, recommend a multi-phased project that would meet those needs, and oversee the implementation of the first phase of that project (which would need to include the narrower scope I indicate below).

Alternatively, the narrower scope, and the immediate pain point that we need to address this summer, is to understand our staff's needs regarding the files that we currently save to our server and sharepoint sites, catalogue and re-organize this information to increase our ability to find information when we need it, and create policies and procedures to maintain this information going forward.

I am looking for someone with previous experience making the disorganized, organized; the un-findable, findable, who can communicate exceptionally well with colleagues, and use good judgment to work independently. Students of information management or in related library science programs are also welcome to apply. We have approximately $6,000 budgeted for this work.

Interested parties can contact me directly at skulin@greatplacetowork.com.

Look forward to hearing from you!

Sarah Lewis-Kulin
skulin@greatplacetowork.com

Friday, July 16, 2010

Sacramento Public Library-Deputy Library Director

Exempt; Non-Represented Management Position

Filing Deadline: 5:00 p.m. - July 28, 2010


About the Position:
The Sacramento Public Library is building a new future and transforming the library into our community’s most valued resource. We are seeking a proven leader who will help create a new vision for the library and enhance community partnerships. The successful Deputy Library Director is a strong leader with proven skills in managing people, programs and budgets. The ideal candidate wants to be part of a dynamic leadership team, is willing to take risks, and is energized by change. This candidate must also be unafraid to speak his/her truth, understanding that creative and constructive conflict is necessary to achieve success. A strong sense of humor is essential, and our organizational values of trust, integrity, respect and excellence should resonate with the successful candidate’s personal values.

The position consists of administrative and professional library work assisting in the direction of all library services of Sacramento Public Library, a joint powers authority. As a joint powers authority, Sacramento Public Library is an independent entity and is responsible for all administrative services, including but not limited to: Human Resources, Finance, Facilities, Information Technology, Payroll and contract negotiations. The Deputy Library Director works closely with the Library Director and other staff to ensure that the 27 branches and Central Library serve the ever-growing and changing needs of Sacramento County. The successful candidate will have experience in managing projects, grant writing and oversight, budget preparations, strategic planning and working with diverse groups of constituents.

The salary is competitive, the benefits are excellent, the staff is terrific and Sacramento is an incredible place to work and live.

Requirements:
• Master's degree in Library Science from an accredited American Library Association (ALA) School of Library Science;
AND
• Six years of experience in professional library work, including experience managing complex library projects, programs, and services, three years of which must have been in an administrative capacity.


Application and Selection Process:
Filing Deadline:
Original hard copies of the applicant package must be received by 5 pm on July 28, 2010.

How to Apply:
Applicants must submit: 1) Resume; 2) Cover Letter; 3) Responses to Supplemental questions; and 4) Three professional references;

Send completed Applicant packages to:
Sacramento Public Library
Brenda Haggard, Executive Assistant to the Library Director
828 I Street (4th floor)
Sacramento, CA 95814
Attention: Deputy Library Director Recruitment

Selection Process:
The selection process will include a review of the resume, cover letter and responses to the supplemental questions. The most qualified candidates will be invited to attend an oral interview. The examination may include, but is not limited to, the essential knowledge skills and abilities listed in the position description. Interviews may be conducted via teleconference or videoconference for candidates from long distances. The application process is also part of the examination process. All submitted application materials will be reviewed and screened based on the necessary employment standards for the position.
Notes:
• Meeting these qualifications does not necessarily guarantee an interview.
• In order to assist us in complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please notify the Human Resources department if you require reasonable accommodation during the examination process.
Questions: bhaggard@saclibrary.org or 916-264-2808

For more information about the position, including links to the supplemental questions and reference form, and a complete position description, please visit our website: www.saclibrary.org

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Sacramento Public Library-Circulation Supervisor

CIRCULATION SUPERVISOR
Monthly Salary Range: $3,579 - $4,796 (DOQ)
Non-Exempt; Represented Position

Filing Deadline: July 30, 2010


About the Position:
The Sacramento Public Library is seeking dynamic, forward thinking candidates for our Circulation Supervisor position.

The Circulation Supervisor provides complex and responsible paraprofessional library work as a supervisor of a circulation work unit in a medium to large library; provides
supervision and leadership to unit or branch staff; and performs other related duties as assigned.

This announcement will be used to create an eligibility list that will be used to staff
Circulation Supervisor openings that occur in the next 6 months.

Minimum Qualifications:
Associates Degree;
AND
Two years of relevant paraprofessional library experience or four years experience in the Sacramento Public Library as a Library Services Assistant; or equivalent technical
training, education, and/or experience.

Work Schedule:
Work schedules are subject to change based on the needs of the Library; candidates must be able to work evenings and weekends.

About the Library:
The Sacramento Public Library Authority is the fourth largest library system in California serving the public in the City and County of Sacramento and five surrounding cities. The Sacramento Public Library operates 28 libraries, with a main library in downtown
Sacramento and a new branch which will be opening in late August. The Library has over 300 staff members, a collection of 2M volumes, and a budget of $35M. More than 600,000 residents have a library card and over 7M items are circulated annually.

Application and Selection Process:
Filing Deadline:
Original hard copies of the applicant package must be received by the Human Resources department by 5pm on July 30, 2010.

How to Apply:
Applicants must submit: 1) Sacramento Public Library Application; 2) Resume; 3) Cover Letter; 4) Three professional references; and 5) responses to Supplemental questions.

Links to the application, reference form, supplemental questions, and a complete job description are on our website: www.saclibrary.org

Send completed Applicant packages to:
Sacramento Public Library
828 I Street (2nd floor)
Sacramento, CA 95814
Attention: Circulation Supervisor Recruitment

Selection Process:
The selection process will include a review of the application, resume, cover letter and responses to the supplemental questions. The most qualified candidates will be invited to attend an oral interview. The examination may include, but is not limited to, the essential knowledge skills and abilities listed. Interviews may be conducted via teleconference or videoconference for candidates from long distances. The application process is also part of the examination process. All submitted application materials will be reviewed and screened based on the necessary employment standards for the position.
Notes:
• Meeting these qualifications does not necessarily guarantee an interview.
• In order to assist us in complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please notify the Human Resources department if you require reasonable accommodation during the examination process.
Questions: humanresources@saclibrary.org or (916) 264-2853