Librarian II

JOB
The City of Lodi Public Library is seeking an energetic and community-focused Librarian II to help expand library programs, outreach services, and partnerships that support literacy and lifelong learning in the Lodi community. The ideal candidate will have experience developing and maintaining library collections, providing excellent customer service, and creating programs and services that engage and benefit the community. Successful candidates will be enthusiastic about outreach, supporting literacy and lifelong learning, and building strong connections with residents, schools, and community organizations. The City of Lodi Public Library is seeking librarians who are collaborative, service-oriented, and committed to helping the library remain a welcoming and valuable resource for the community. All applications and supplemental questions must be completed fully and submitted on an official City of Lodi application form. (Do not state "See Resume" on your application or supplemental questionnaire). Interested applicants must submit an online application at www.lodi.gov. DEFINITIONUnder general supervision, perform professional librarian duties to include: creating and promoting Library programs and events to encourage patrons to visit the Library; create a Library collection that is reflective of the community and cognizant of Library trends, including various multi-media (including audio, digital, print, web-based resources, and social-media); provide advice and assistance to patrons related to reference-related questions, along with other general Library questions; and manage patron conduct to ensure patrons adhere to the Library's Behavioral Policy; perform related duties as assigned.SUPERVISION EXERCISED AND RECEIVEDReceives general direction from higher level personnel; exercises technical and functional supervision over subordinate positions, including part-time and temporary personnel.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following: Demonstrates an innovative approach to creating and promoting Library programs to encourage a broad range of the community to visit the Library;Plans, organizes, schedules and implements Library programs such as group tours, visits by community and school groups, and informational programs, workshops or seminars for the general public; promotes the Library throughout the community in a variety of manners, including presentation to groups, clubs, schools and other government bodies;Proactively develops contacts in the community as a means of locating materials and promoting partnership opportunities;Prepares and presents oral and written communications, reports and other materials; develops innovative library programs;Maintains an awareness of current events, developments, and trends through reading professional literature, other news media, and participation in professional associations;Conducts surveys and/or community presentations and makes recommendations to create a Library collection based on the needs of the patrons; collaborates with the community, educational institutions, and community based organizations to create and maintain a multi-media Library collection that meets the needs of the community;Uses broad and comprehensive knowledge of current library theories and practices to assist patrons, obtains information and makes effective use of library resources and services; researches and answers reference-related questions; selects titles of interest in subject areas indicated by patrons; makes extended use of resources in a variety of formats, performs bibliographic searches;Promotes Library materials and databases for use by the public; assesses the needs of the patrons and endeavors to provide resources, materials and customer service that exceeds expectations;Assists the Library Director, and may attend community events and activities, to promote the Library through a variety of forums that may result in fund raising opportunities; identifies individuals who may support the Library;Actively researches and sources grant funding opportunities, prepares grant applications for funding for operational and improvement programs;Manages patron conduct throughout the Library; ensures patrons adhere to the Behavioral Policy; andPerform other duties related to the operation of the department and the City including additional duties that enable the department and City to meet the diverse needs of its community.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Apply online at www.lodi.gov or in person at Human Resources Department, City Hall, Second Floor, 221 West Pine Street, Lodi, CA. Telephone: 209/333-6704.Persons with hearing impairment, please call the California Relay Service 7-1-1.EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - The City of Lodi is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to a policy of fair employment practices regardless of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex or sexual orientation, marital status, age, mental or physical disability or perceived disability, medical condition, pregnancy, political affiliation or belief, or other unlawful discrimination.AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT - In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the City of Lodi provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities. Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations must contact the Human Resources Division upon application submittal to confirm the request.CRIMINAL BACKGROUND INFORMATION - City of Lodi is authorized and required by the state of California to access Local, State, and/or Federal criminal history as part of the testing process. This process can be completed by initial fingerprinting and/or a full Background investigation pursuant to Penal Code §11105(b)(10), §11105.3, §13300(b)(10); Education Code §10911.5; Public Resources Code §5164) and in compliance with the City of Lodi's Fingerprinting Policy ad Procedure. As a future employee or volunteer, you are required to be fingerprinted and processed through the Department of Justice and cleared before you can start. All information obtained will be kept in strict confidentiality.HIRING PROCEDURE - Applicants must possess the minimum qualifications by the final filing date. Eligible lists are established upon successful completion of the selection process. The candidates must be successful in each part of the testing. To fill each vacancy the hiring department will request names to be certified from the eligible list and will make a selection from this certification list.CONDITIONAL JOB OFFERS - Conditional job offers are subject to successful completion of a medical drug screen and/or physical. Candidates should not quit or give notice to their current employer until final notification has been awarded by the Human Resources Division.MEDICAL-DRUG SCREENING – All positions may be subject to a physical or drug screen issued by a qualified medical physician assigned by the Human Resources Division. Under the requirements of the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, the City of Lodi has been designated as a drug-free workplace.APPOINTMENT - At the time of appointment all candidates will be required to execute an oath of allegiance and complete Form I-9 - Employment Eligibility Verification in compliance with the Immigration and Naturalization Act. United States citizenship is not required. All new appointees are required to successfully complete a probationary period of twelve months.EMPLOYMENT BENEFITSSALARY - The starting salary is the first rate shown on the job announcement. Advancement to the higher steps of the salary range is based upon merit in accordance with the Salary Ordinance and Rules for Personnel Administration. Eligibility for the first merit increase is effective after 12 months and for additional merit increases after one year intervals until the employee has reached the maximum step.HOLIDAY, VACATION, SICK, AND ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE - Holiday - An average of 13 paid holidays per year. Vacation - 2 weeks paid vacation annually, increasing with length of service depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Sick Leave - 10 days per year depending upon the appropriate labor agreement. Administrative Leave - Management/Mid-Management positions receive 80 hours per fiscal year, and specified professional/technical positions receive 40 hours per fiscal year (Pro-Rated).HEALTH INSURANCE - Medical, Dental and Vision plans are available for employee and dependents. A portion of the premiums may be the employee's responsibility.LIFE INSURANCE AND LONG TERM DISABILITY - The City pays the full premium for employee and dependent life insurance, and offers a long-term disability plan that provides up to approximately 2/3 of an employee's salary.RETIREMENT AND DEFERRED COMPENSATION - The City of Lodi is a member of the Public Employees' Retirement System (P.E.R.S.). Lodi is not a member of the Social Security System except for the required medical contribution. Employees may participate in a 457 Deferred Compensation program.FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNT - Employees may participate in a Section 125 Flexible Spending Account.IMPORTANT NOTE: This bulletin does not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provisions or job duties contained in this bulletin may include modifications pending labor agreements and/or council approval.