Library Assistant II - Grass Valley Branch

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Library Assistant II - Grass Valley Branch

Salary

$39,738.84 - $48,512.88 Annually

Location

Library Branch 2-Grass Valley, CA

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

2024-0066

Department

Library Branch 2-Grass Valley

Opening Date

06/19/2024

Closing Date

7/4/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

• Description

• Benefits

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Definition and Class Characteristics

Interviews for selected candidates will be held July 11th and 12th

Interested in growing your career in the public libraries? Consider working as a Library Assistant II at the Grass Valley Library Branch.

Individuals will perform the full range of assigned duties in an independent manner, and receive only occasional instruction. In addition to the expertise and skills of Library Assistant I, individuals will maintain a variety of manual and computerized record-keeping systems.Other vital skills include knowledge of:

• Standard and accepted library terminology and practices

• Standard and accepted library materials and equipment

• Administrative/operational procedures and practices of the County's Library System operations and procedures

• Microsoft Office Suite

At the Nevada County Library, we actively work to ensure that our staff members can say:

• I love working for the library. This is the place I want to be for so many reasons.

• We work well as a team, throughout the Library system and the County

• I know I have room to learn and grow professionally.

• I feel empowered in my position.

• The communication in this organization is constructive, respectful, and timely.

• Innovation is actively encouraged.

• I feel pride in the work I do.

• I know the work we do has a positive impact on Nevada County and makes our community a better place.

This position will be primarily located at the Grass Valley Library and is fully-benefited. The County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package including, but not limited to:

• CalPERS retirement

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance

• FSA

Why Nevada County? Our leadership values employee development and engagement, promotes open and clear communication, sets us up to be a successful organization, and recognizes our contributions. Our leadership connects with the community, listens to them, and provides meaningful programming that reflects the our patrons' interests.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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Education and Experience Required

Education and Experience Required

Library Assistant I:

Equivalent to completion of twelfth grade and at least one year of clerical work experience which include customer service activities.

Library Assistant II:

Equivalent to the completion of the twelfth grade and at least one year of progressively responsible experience performing duties equivalent to a Library Assistant I in Nevada CountyORan Associate of Art or Associate of Science degree in Library Science from an accredited college or university.

Licenses and Certificates

Possession of a valid driver's license within 30 days of hire.

Benefits Guide

The Benefits Guide (https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/50968/Nevada-County-2024-Open-Enrollment-Benefits-Guide) is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) (https://nevadacountyca.gov/475/Memoranda-of-Understanding-MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.

Health Insurance

The County sponsored plan for 2024 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.

2024 Health Insurance Plans

• Anthem Select HMO

• Anthem Traditional HMO

• Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO

• Blue Shield Trio HMO

• Kaiser HMO

• PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan)

• PERS Platinum PPO

• PORAC (Available to PORAC members only)

Flexible Spending Accounts

The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.

Life Insurance

Voya is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya:

• Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment

• Basic Term Life

• Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans

• Optional Dependent Term Life

• Optional Term Life

Dental & Vision Insurance

Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.

Retirement

The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.

CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers:

Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55

Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60

Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62

CalPERS Safety tiers:

Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50.

Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55.

Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57.

We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page,www.calpers.ca.gov, to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.

NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.

Nevada County Human Resources Department

950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2

Human.resources@nevadacountyca.gov

www.nevadacountyca.gov

01

Which of the following best describes your level of education?

• I do not have a High School Diploma or GED

• High School Diploma or GED

• Some College

• Associates Degree

• Bachelor's Degree

• Master's Degree

  02

  Please let us know the subject area of your college education.

• Business Administration

• Library Science

• Physical Sciences

• Psychology

• Other

• Not Applicable-No Degree

  03

  To receive credit for college education above your HS/GED, you MUST attach a degree copy, official transcripts, or unofficial transcripts. (This pertains to those who are only qualifying under the AA/AS in Library Science option under "Education/Experience").

• Yes

• No-I do not have documentation

• No, but I will reapply before the final filing date and will attach all required documentation

  04

  Which of the following best describes your progressively responsible library experience including basic and general functions of public library service equivalent to a Library Assistant I with the County of Nevada)? (Please note: You must translate your library experience above to full-time to answer this question. For example, working 30 hours per week is equal to 3/4 of a year and so on).

• I do not have any experience working in a library

• Less than one year of full-time experience

• One to less than two years of full-time experience

• Two to less than three years of full-time experience

• Three to less than four years of full-time experience

• Four to less than five years of full-time experience

• Five or more years of full-time experience

  05

  The Library Assistant II is a journey level position where a variety of responsibilities will focus on customer service and duties which may include but not limited to assisting the public by providing information, shelving books and library material, assisting in the maintenance of computerized records and files, prepares order slips and other forms and fee collections. Please let us know what your skills may be in the tasks described.

• I have not had education, training, or experience in performing these tasks.

• I have had education or training in how to perform these tasks but have not yet performed it on the job.

• I have performed these tasks on the job. My work on these tasks was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.

• I have performed these tasks as a regular part of a job. I have performed them independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

• I am considered an expert in performing these tasks. I have supervised performance of these tasks or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing these tasks because of my expertise.

  06

  What appeals to you most about working in a public library?

  07

  Tell us about an occasion when you believe that you delighted a customer by providing excellent customer sevice, either an internal or an external customer.

  08

  Please describe any experience you have with computers and technology, including: • Computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Photoshop) • Kindles, iPads, and other tablets • STEAM and Maker Space programs

  Required Question

Agency

County of Nevada

Address

950 Maidu Avenue

Nevada City, California, 95959

Phone

530 265 7010

Website

https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/

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