LIBRARIAN I PART-TIME ONLY (AFSCME LOCAL 3109) PAY GRADE 26

In accordance with the Merit System Rules and Regulations, an eligible list, which will be valid for a one-year period and which will be used to fill vacancies during that period, is being established for this classification. Applicants on the eligible list will be certified in accordance with the Merit System and appropriate union contracts.

Candidates may submit online employment applications using the NEOGOV online application system available at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/nccde.

EXAMINATION PROCESS: The examination process for this posting may include an evaluation of training and experience, a written examination, a computerized exam, an oral board interview examination, a performance examination or any combination of the above in order to qualify applicants for placement on the eligible list. The eligible list will be used to fill vacancies that occur within the next year. The appropriate number of names on the eligible list as prescribed by Merit System Section 26.03.505 will be certified to the hiring department for consideration to fill the vacant position(s).

New employees are generally hired at the starting salary and may be eligible for merit increases each year upon receipt of a satisfactory performance evaluation, up to the maximum salary.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs professional, supervisory, and administrative work within an automated library system; provides services to the general public to access information and learning through materials such as books and paper records as well as technology and electronic databases; uses the latest information and technology to help library patrons who seek assistance; performs research and analysis; classifies and organizes materials; conducts training, instruction and delivers programs at the public library; focuses on patron services and does related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: An employee in this class applies professional library techniques and procedures to perform work in all areas of library service. Responsibilities include customer service to the public, planning, organizing, and conducting activities in the major service units including reference and reader advisory services, youth services, adult services, and technical services. Supervision is exercised over full and part time library staff. This employee exercises discretion and judgment in carrying out responsibilities consistent with County and departmental policies and procedures. As experience and knowledge are gained, the employee will be expected to perform tasks of progressively increasing difficulty. The employee works as a member of a team in the library under the general supervision of a library manager or designee and may be called upon to serve as unit manager when necessary.

EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)

• Plans, organizes, coordinates, supervises, and provides reference and information in a major service component of a library;
• Specializes in reference services to children, teen and/or adults based on organizational need;
• Interprets and explains library regulations to the public and the staff;
• Plans and implements library programs for the public;
• Develops programmatic partnerships with private and public community groups;
• Reviews and selects materials for inclusion in the collection;
• Maintains and develops collection in light of community needs and makes recommendations for collection development in a network environment;
• Assists in budget preparation;
• Trains, supervises, schedules, and evaluates staff work activities;
• Consults with the manager in formulating plans, procedures and policies for the overall operation of the library;
• Develops and provides training programs for staff;
• Prepares and develops publicity for library programs and services;
• Participates in the selection process to fill vacant positions;
• Schedules and plans special projects and exhibits;
• Compiles statistics for quarterly, annual, and special reports;
• Prepares and develops publicity for library programs and services;
• Participates in the selection process to fill vacant positions;
• Schedules and plans special projects and exhibits;
• Compiles statistics for quarterly, annual, and special reports;
• Participates in the activities of professional organizations;
• Reads professional literature to keep informed of current trends, new professional techniques, and library automation;
• In technical services, plans, organizes, coordinates, and supervises the acquisition and physical processing of all library materials and develops acquisitions and cataloging functions in the automated system;
• Participates in making cataloging policy;
• Responsible for original and complex copy cataloging of print and non-print materials;
• Maintains database by supervising responses to error reports, authority problems, and questions from system libraries;
• Provides onsite supervision for the facility and for the safety of patrons and staff;
• Assists other staff with customer service at the public computers and circulation desk as required;
• Facilitates use of public meeting rooms and other areas of library for community and civic purposes;
• Develops partnerships to foster literacy and reading skills for new language learners;
• Assists patrons seeking employment with on-line applications and resources;
• Promotes the library as a center for inclusion and diversity in the community;
• Operates a personal computer and other related equipment in the course of the work;
• Promotes an ongoing attitude of dedication to excellent public service and ensures that external and internal customers are provided with the highest quality of service.

Laura McDermott
Office of Human Resources
Laura.McDermott@newcastlede.gov
302-395-5016

Health Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from the date of hire. Charges for coverage vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen. The following plans are currently available through Highmark (Comprehensive 80% Plan; a PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) and an EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) and Aetna (Open Access HMO.) Deductibles and co-pays may also apply.

Dental Insurance: Starts the first of the month following a 60-day waiting period from date of hire. Currently, there are two PPO options and an HMO option. Charges vary depending on type and level of coverage chosen.

Sick Leave: Accumulates at the rate of one day for each completed month of service, beginning after the first full month of employment.

Vacation: Vests on December 31 of the calendar year preceding the vacation year. Vested vacation is to be used in the 12 months following the vesting date. Employees are entitled to vacation as follows:

• Less than 12 months service - 1 day for each completed month of service to a maximum of 10 days
• 1 – 4 years of service - 10 days of vacation
• 5 – 9 years of service - 15 days of vacation
• 10 – 14 years of service - 20 days of vacation
• 15 years of service - 25 days of vacation
• 15 years of service - 25 days of vacation (an additional day for each successive year of service)

Holidays: 13-1/2 paid holidays per year (1/2 day on Christmas Eve).

Life Insurance: Provided by the County in the amount of one and one-half times your salary. Minimum benefit - $50,000; Maximum benefit - $200,000.

Pension: Employee contributory amount of three percent of base salary to defined benefit plan. County will make a non-elective contribution of one percent of base salary to defined contribution account. In addition, the County will also make an annual matching contribution of one hundred percent of employee's contribution, up to a maximum of two percent to defined contribution account. 10-year vesting.

Deferred Compensation Plan:
Optional employee contributory plan available.

Additional Benefits: Salary increases each year dependent upon appropriate negotiated increase and/or merit increases; Credit Union, Blood Bank, Sick Leave Bank (after two years of service), Fitness Center, and an Employee Assistance Program are all benefits available to employees at no cost.

Supplemental Benefits: Flexible Spending Accounts (medical reimbursement and dependent care), additional life insurance, vision, group accident, group hospital indemnity, group disability, and critical care insurance are also available at an additional cost to the employee.

Union Affiliation: Some positions are affiliated with a local bargaining unit, and, therefore, will require a monthly dues deduction ranging from $23 to $46.65 per month.

Special Note: The above benefits are subject to change. For detailed information on any of the above, contact the Office of Human Resources at (302) 395-5180.

Revised: 12/15/15