LIBRARIAN (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME)

This posting is used to collect an applicant pool. As the need arises, applications will be reviewed. The City of National City Library has vacancies throughout the year for temporary, part-time librarians. 

THE CITY:
National City’s multi-cultural population, mild climate and central location make National City a great place to live and work. The City takes great pride in its rich history and traditions, diverse cultures, dynamic and progressive atmosphere, strong community spirit, schools, neighborhoods and vibrant business districts. National City, San Diego County’s second oldest city, is truly “In the center of it all.”  National City is 10 minutes from everywhere and positioned for prosperity, with proximity to the San Diego Bay, US-Mexico border, downtown San Diego, international airport, rail, San Diego State University, and other colleges and universities. National City is circled by interstates 5 and 805, and highways 54 and 15. For more information on the City of National City, please visit our website at: www.nationalcityca.gov

THE POSITION:

Under direct supervision, performs professional library work; plans, organizes and oversees services and programs to adults, teens and children; responsible for research services and provides effective access to collections and performs related duties as required.

SCHEDULE:
Monday through Friday, including Evenings; and Weekends
Schedule may vary; Up to 19 hours a week
 
BENEFITS: 
This is a part-time, non-benefited position.

The following duties and responsibilities are representative of those typically performed by positions assigned to this classification. Any single position may not perform all of these duties and/or may perform similar related tasks not listed here.

• Provide reference and research services by email, telephone, mail, and in person.
• Assist patrons in selecting and locating library materials, aids, reference guides, statistics and reports.
• Instruct the public on using the catalog, self-check stations, library equipment, resources/databases, and online services.
• May assist in opening and closing of the library building including making patrons aware of closing hours, ensuring all monies are safely stored prior to closing, and locking and arming the building.
• Review current collection and publishers’ catalogs to select new materials for assigned library section; select library materials.
• May catalog, classify, and assign Dewey numbers to library materials; evaluate, deaccession, and update library materials (print and electronic).
• Maintain print, non-print, local history/archival, and digital collections; may coordinate and lead digitization projects.
• Curate and conduct online/remote and in-person programs including STEAM programs; design and create flyers, promotional materials, and calendar of events.
• Coordinate educational and public outreach services and programs; promote the library through exhibitions, presentations, talks, library tours/visits.
• Assist with library programs and community events; attend workshops, trainings and meetings; build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other City employees, and the public using principles of good customer service. 
• Performs other related duties as required or assigned

Training and Experience:

• A master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) from an accredited U.S. college or university, or a certified foreign studies equivalency AND one (1) year of paraprofessional library experience;
  OR
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. college or university, or certified foreign studies equivalency, supplemented by a minimum of nine (9) semester units or twelve (12) quarter units of graduate library science coursework from an accredited college or university, AND two (2) years of paraprofessional library experience. Additional experience may not be substituted for the minimum required Bachelor’s degree.

Highly Desirable:  

• Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish.  
• Possession of a valid California Class C Driver’s License is required at time of appointment.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS (MUST SUBMIT WITH APPLICATION):

• Proof of Certification/Degree/Transcripts, if utilized to meet the minimum requirements.
  1. If your college transcripts are from a school outside of the United States you may be required to certify that your degree is equivalent to a degree obtained in the United States. The following are a few recognized credential evaluation agencies: www.naces.org, www.aice-eval.org or www.aacrao.org. The City of National City does not recommend or endorse any particular evaluation service.
  2. Note: Processing times and costs will vary so individuals may want to check several services to determine which one best meets their needs

 
Knowledge and Skills in: Principles and practices of professional library work; use of standard library tools and practices in processing library materials; preservation and restoration techniques; contemporary archival practices; processing techniques for antiquarian materials.

Ability to: Perform technical library tasks; effectively communicate with the public and staff; establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work, including library patrons and staff; operate standard office equipment; learn, explain and apply procedures, policies, rules and regulations related to assigned work activities; read, write and follow both oral and written instructions; work with a cultural diverse public in a tactful and effective manner.
 
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:  Must be able to reach and extend arms above the shoulder to retrieve and file books on shelves; bend, stoop, crouch, stand and stretch to grasp books and materials off shelves and cabinets; lift a minimum of 20 pounds; push loaded book trucks up to 40 pounds; use a step stool to reach higher shelves. Work is mostly performed within an even-floored, carpeted and air-conditioned building environment with fluorescent lighting and a moderate noise level. Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.

Salary : $32 - $39