Library Technician

YUBA COUNTY PERSONNEL; Marysville (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

The County of Yuba is seeking a Library Technician to perform patron assistance, front counter support, circulation, and shelving. Under supervision, duties expand with experience, providing basic support to staff and increasing independence over time.

Ideal candidates offer friendly customer service, effective communication, and comfort with common software. Must be flexible for evenings and weekends and able to pass background checks and Live Scan.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma or equivalent; some office experience with public contact.
• Preferred: one year related library experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist library patrons with inquiries and services.
• Provide front counter support, circulation, and shelving.
• Support professional, administrative and technical staff as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Digital literacy

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year library experience (preferred)

Tools

Office software

Typing 35 wpm

Job description

The County of Yuba is currently accepting applications for a Library Technician in the Library. Under direct supervision, the incumbent performs a wide variety of library tasks related to patron assistance, front counter support, circulation, shelving, and provides basic support functions to professional, administrative and technical staff; performs related work as assigned. As experience is gained, the incumbent performs duties with increasing independence.

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The ideal candidate:

• Provides friendly, responsive, and customer-focused service to library patrons.
• Communicates effectively and professionally with individuals of diverse ages and backgrounds.
• Enjoys assisting patrons with library services, resources, and general inquiries.
• Demonstrates digital literacy skills and is comfortable using computers, common software, and technology to assist patrons and support library operations.
• Demonstrates strong teamwork, reliability, and attention to detail in a busy public-service environment.
• Is willing to learn and take on increasing responsibilities as experience is gained.
• Maintains a positive, patient, and helpful approach when addressing patron needs.
• Is available and willing to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, based on library operational needs.

Qualifications

The minimum and preferred requirements are listed below.While the following requirements outline the minimum qualifications the County reserves the right to select applicants for further consideration who demonstrate the best qualifications match for the job. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee further participation in selection procedures:

Education and Experience:
MINIMUM: Equivalent to graduation from high school and some demonstrated office work experience which has involved public contact.
PREFERRED:In addition to the minimum, one (1) year of related experience in a library setting.

Licenses and Certification:

• The ability to obtain a valid California Class C driver's license within ten (10) days of employment; may be required to maintain license throughout employment at the discretion of the Appointing Authority.
• Typing Certificate: Minimum Net of 35 wpm. Typing Certificate must indicate results from a five (5) minute test with at least the minimum net wpm required.

Special Requirements:

• Will be required to work evening and weekend shifts.
• Must successfully complete an extensive and thorough background investigation which includes Live Scan fingerprinting prior to hire.
• Will be required to perform disaster service activities pursuant to Government Code 3100-3109.

Salary/Compensation: $20.65 - $22.72 per hour