The Riverside Public Library  is accepting applications for the position of SENIOR LIBRARIAN. The eligibility list established may be used to fill the current and/or upcoming vacancies within this classification for up to six (6) months.

Under administrative direction, to perform advanced professional library work; to direct, manage, and coordinate a group of library branch facilities, or; to serve as a management supervisor over a major service area in the Main Library or Automation Services, or; to manage and supervise the activities of a system-wide activity such as volunteers, collection development, reference services, audio visual, or youth services; to provide technical staff assistance to higher level management in a specialized subject area; and to perform other related duties as required.

Work Performed

Typical duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Supervision of the Main Library staff and operations.
• Participate with other management staff in the development and implementation of library policies and procedures, goals, long-term objectives, and short-term planning.
• Develop and administer budgets; participate in the forecasting of additional funds needed for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies.
• Research and prepare materials for grant applications on a local, state, or national level.
• Interview and select staff; schedule, assign, train, and evaluate subordinate personnel.
• Plan, organize, and supervise personnel and activities of several branch libraries; plan, organize, participate, and/or conduct regular scheduled meetings with branch supervisors; oversee the mechanical maintenance and physical upkeep of assigned branches.
• Develop, coordinate, evaluate, and recommend programs and services in the Main Library, Automation Services, or a system wide activity to meet community needs.
• Implement system-wide procedures, policies, and operating standards for library branches.
• Coordinate system-wide reference resources and programs.
• Perform a variety of advanced professional library work in specialized library functions.
• Respond to individual or group inquiries and/or complaints.
• Serve the Main Library as well as all branches system-wide in regard to troubleshooting operating complaints, diagnosing sources of problems, and providing training to library staff.
• Develop special projects, programs, and services to meet community needs; promote outreach and public awareness of programs.
• Initiate, develop, and maintain contact with community groups, organizations, and agencies, such as volunteers and Friends of the Library groups; make community presentations; serve on special committees and engage in public relations activities.
• Coordinate the development of a collection within the specialized subject area; and recommend standards and procedures for material selection and services system-wide.
• Recommend and coordinate library selections, books, and materials.
• Identify system-wide training needs; coordinate and participate in the development and presentation of staff training.
• Read professional publications and book reviews to keep informed on new publications, trends in publishing, automation, and public library practices.
• Attend and participate in local professional meetings related to assigned areas.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience: 

Education: Possession of a Master of Library Science Degree from an accredited college or university.

Experience: Three years of increasingly responsible professional library experience.

Necessary Special Requirement

Possession of an appropriate, valid class “C” California Motor Vehicle Operator’s License.

Highly Desirable Qualifications

• Two (2) years of supervisory experience at a medium to large size library.
• Experience supervising a complex library environment with multiple service points and work groups while balancing projects of varying scale
• Experience collaborating with community organizations to promote library services and organize large-scale library programs
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Significant grant writing and grant management experience

Selection Process

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF APPLICATION:

1. Completed Employment Application
2. Completed Supplemental Questionnaire
3. Resume
4. Cover Letter

FOR GENERAL INFORMATION ON COMPLETING YOUR ON-LINE APPLICATION, CLICK HERE:

(Application Guide).  (Download PDF reader) 

The selection process will begin with an employment application package screening, with the best qualified candidates being invited to participate further in the assessment process. This process may include any combination of written, performance, and oral assessments to evaluate job-related education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities. Those who successfully complete the selection process will be placed on the eligibility list for this classification.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON SCHEDULING ASSESSMENTS:

If you are selected to move forward in the assessment process, you may be required to self-schedule your appointment.  You will be notified via email of your status and provided with self-scheduling instructions.  Please check your email regularly following the closing date of this recruitment.

Positions that require, or may require, a California Commercial Driver’s License are considered Safety Sensitive and are monitored by the U.S. Department of Transportation. Any candidate being considered for a Safety Sensitive position must submit authorization forms to the City immediately upon request to begin the pre-employment process.

It is the responsibility of candidates with a disability requiring accommodation in the assessment process to contact the Human Resources Department in writing to request such accommodation prior to the closing date of this recruitment.

Appointment may be subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment background investigation, drug screen, and/or medical/physical examination.

NOTE:  The City reserves the right to modify selection devices and test instruments in accordance with accepted legal, ethical, and professional standards.   Candidates may reapply when there is a posting to establish an eligibility list.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Proof of education listed in your application will be requested at the time of conditional offer. Acceptable documentation consists of transcripts or degree, if applicable, by the accredited U.S. college or university.

Education obtained outside the United States (US) require one of the following options:

1. An equivalency statement from an evaluation company certified by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) at http://www.naces.org/members.html or the Association of International Credential Evaluators Inc. (AICE) at http://aice-eval.org/members/.
2. An advanced-level degree from an accredited US college or university.

All applicants will be notified via e-mail or telephone of their application status and the assessment dates/times/locations after the closing date of this announcement.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED CONTRACT.