Library Associate - Shift Job at Kern County, CA in Bakersfield

Salary : $3,266.84 - $3,904.16 Monthly

Location : Bakersfield, CA

Job Type : Full time

Job Number : 9616

Department : LIBRARY

Opening Date : 01 / 15 / 2025

Closing Date : 2 / 5 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific

Position Information

Shift Work : Library branches may be open various days and hours of the week, to include evenings and weekends.

EXAMINATION SCHEDULE :

• Written Exam : will be conducted on February 13, 2025

Written Exam (Weight 100%) : Will be conducted for the purpose of assessing the applicant's knowledge of library organization, procedures and policies; customer service principles; evolving technologies in the digital media field, and other relevant subjects.

Applicants must attain at least a 70% score on each phase of the exam process.

The Human Resources Division may solely conduct an appraisal of application materials should there be an insufficient number of candidates to warrant a written examination.

Minimum Qualifications / Employment Standards

Graduation from an accredited four (4) year college or university with a Bachelor's degree.

Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's License at the time of appointment.

Specialized California Driver's Licenses may be required depending upon assignment.

Please ensure applicable materials are attached to your application. If you are unable to attach application materials to your application, you may deliver a copy to the Human Resources Division at 1115 Truxtun Ave. First Floor, Bakersfield, CA 93301 or fax to (661) 868-3928.

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About Kern County

Kern County employees provide opportunities that are purposeful to our community. Every employee and every action contributes to the improvement and strengthening of our county.

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Growth Mindset

We always encourage our employees to grow and develop. Kern County has a culture of innovation that allows employees to explore creative and more efficient ways to accomplish their work. We provide access to training and continued professional development in an effort to ensure that our employees have opportunities for career growth.

Additional Information

Admittance to the examination will require a valid government issued photograph identification. Applicants who are unable to present proper identification must make arrangements with the Human Resources Division prior to the test date.

A background check may be conducted for this classification.

Following an offer of employment, you may be required to submit to post offer medical and drug screening tests at County expense.

This examination will establish an eligible list from which immediate appointment(s) will be made. Other permanent and temporary appointments will be made as needed. Successful candidates will remain on the eligible list for a period of twelve-months, unless specified otherwise by the Civil Service Commission.

For more information regarding Kern County's recruitment process, please see our FAQ page.

Kern County is an ADA compliant and an equal opportunity employer and encourages all qualified individuals from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Kern County Employee Benefits

Medical / Dental / Vision) : Kern County offers five affordable medical options. Kern Legacy Health Plans are medical and prescription health plan options administered directly by the County of Kern. Kaiser Permanente is also an option. Employees may also choose from two dental plans; Liberty Dental PPO or HMO. The vision coverage is provided through Vision Service Plan (VSP).

Kern County Employees' Retirement Association (KCERA). This Section 401 (a) defined benefit retirement plan requires employer and employee contribution and pays retired employees a pension based on salary, years of service, and age upon retirement.

This section 457 plan allows employees to contribute on a pre-tax basis to a supplemental retirement account which is then paid out to them when they retire.

Note : Both Kern County and the employee contribute to Social Security and Medicare as follows :

The County matches the employee's 6.2% for Social Security and 1.45% for Medicare

EAP is available to help you take control of your life!

Chimienti & Associates (Administrator) offers the following voluntary benefits and can be deducted on a pre-tax bases : Short Term Disability Coverage, Accident Plan, Cancer Plan and a Flexible Spending Account.

Paid Holiday Leave : 12 set days (per calendar year)

I have attached a copy of my transcripts and / or diploma verifying graduation from an accredited (4) year college or university with a bachelor's degree.

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Salary : $3,267 - $3,904