CITY OF SIERRA MADRE
CALIFORNIA
Invites applications for
LIBRARY TECHNICIAN I - PART-TIME
$13.00 - $15.80 Hourly
Application Deadline: Monday, December 29 at 4:00 pm

POSITION
Under direct supervision of the Deputy Director or Associate Librarian, provides specialized library support services requiring use of the computer operated Millennium library information system.

THE CITY
The City of Sierra Madre with a population of approximately 11,100, is a unique village located in Los Angeles County, at the base of the San Gabriel Valley Mountains. The City is a full service municipality operating under the Council/Manager form of government, with 65 full-time employees assigned to eight operating departments. The library department has 19 positions (11 full time equivalent employees), and a 60,000 item collection. The dedicated City staff provides excellent service to the community. The City was incorporated in 1907 as a general law city. It has its own water department, library, police department, volunteer fire department and newly formed paramedic program.

City of Sierra Madre Mission Statement
The City of Sierra Madre provides quality, cost-effective public services that preserve the small downtown character and enhance the health, safety and welfare of the community.

• Performs circulation duties by communicating clearly with library patrons to: create new and update existing accounts, check out and receive books and other items, answer questions regarding library fines and fees, calculates fines and fees, collects money, and completes required documentation;
• Performs opening and closing procedures;
• Assists patrons in use of computers, microfiche, reader-printer, etc.; retrieves requested reading and research materials; acts as an information source about library events and programs and other general information;
• Assists in implementing public programs for adults, teens and children;
• Assists with the physical processing of newly acquired materials such as property stamping, security tags, attaching call number labels and barcodes and covering.
• Sorts, packs and unpacks materials going to and returning from commercial binders, verifying bindery shipping and receiving records.
• Sorts and files materials in the Archives;
• Under supervision, performs copy cataloging;
• Performs office duties as assigned;
• Attends and participates in staff meetings;
• Performs other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will have a Library Technology Certificate with one-year of public library experience or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge, and abilities.

APPLICATION PROCESS
Application deadline: Monday, December 29, 2008 at 4:00 p.m.

Candidates should send a completed application and current resume to Miguel Hernandez, Personnel Analyst, Sierra Madre City Hall, 232 West Sierra Madre Boulevard, Sierra Madre CA 91024. Applications can also be faxed to (626) 355-2251.

Applications must be completed and demonstrate that the minimum qualifications are met. All statements made on the application are subject to investigation and verification. Resumes may be attached to completed application forms as supplemental information, but will not be accepted in lieu of an official application form. The most qualified candidates will be selected to participate in an interview process. All candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will remain candidates until a final offer is accepted by the candidate who most closely meets the requirements of the City. The City may conclude that none of the candidates, even those who meet the minimum qualifications, are appropriate for the position.

• Pre-employment medical exam, and
• Reference and background verification, including a credit screening. References will not be contacted until a mutual interest has been established.

Immigration and Reform Act of 1986
In compliance with the Immigration and Reform Act of 1986, all new employees must demonstrate eligibility to legally work in the United States by providing required documentation.

Equal Opportunity Employer
The City does not make employment decisions based on sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status or physical handicap, except when such qualifications are appropriate occupational qualifications

Employment Standards
Employment with the City of Sierra Madre is contingent upon meeting the medical standards of the position. A candidate must pass a pre-employment physical examination, including a drug/alcohol screening and a reference and background check.

The City of Sierra Madre makes reasonable accommodations for disabled persons, considering each situation on an individual basis. Please make direct requests for accommodation to City Administration – Personnel.

The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.

Questions
Questions may be directed to Miguel Hernandez at (626) 355-7135 or at mhernandez@cityofsierramadre.com. Applicants may wish to visit the City’s official website – www.cityofsierramadre.com – for further information.

The provisions of this job announcement do not constitute an expressed or implied contract. Any provision contained in this job announcement may be modified or revoked without notice.