Position: Reference Librarian, Thousand Oaks, CA

[Chris Stensvold]

There is a full-time Reference Librarian vacancy in the Information Services division of the Grant R. Brimhall (Main) Library. 
$3347-4068/MONTH - The salary range does not include 7% City-paid PERS (retirement) contribution.
Deadline is Friday, May 19, 2000, by 5:30 p.m. - see more info below.
There are also two hourly vacancies, one at the Newbury Park Branch and one at the Brimhall Library.
$20.27-23.47/HOUR Both positions will work approximately 15 hours per week. Under general supervision, positions will provide reference and reader's advisory service at public reference and children's information desks and over the telephone.

MAJOR DUTIES for the full-time position include providing reference and reader's advisory service at the public reference and children's information
desks and over the telephone. Selects print and non-print materials. Plans and presents appropriate library programs for adults and children. Plans and presents bibliographic instruction programs and on-line information searching as needed.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of: Current trends, principles and practices in public library services to adults and children; principles and methods of collection development; modern library management theory and practice; general and specialized reference and bibliographic sources for both adults and children; cataloging procedures and practices; indexing procedures and modern technology practices including the use of standard on-line research sources and the Internet; readers' advisory methodology and theory; reference interview techniques and procedures, and current publishing trends. Ability to: Establish and maintain good rapport with the general public and other staff; prepare specialized bibliographies and pathfinders; interpret library policies to the public; effectively evaluate library services and programs;
communicate clearly, both orally and in writing. Courteously and effectively provide service for library patrons of all ages.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Possession of an ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library Science. At least one year of public library experience is highly desirable. A valid Class C California driver's license required.

SELECTION PROCESS:
Application Review Board: All applicants must submit clear, concise and complete information regarding their qualifications for the position. Those candidates whose qualifications best meet the City's needs will be invited to
participate further.

NOTE: The purpose of this recruitment is to establish an eligibility list from which the current vacancies as well as future full-time and hourly vacancies occurring within the next six months may be filled. Professional staff may be
cross-trained in other departments within the Library as assigned. Positions require evening and weekend work. 

Appraisal Interview: To evaluate training, experience and personal qualifications.

HOW TO APPLY: A City application and supplemental application form must be received in the Human Resources Office by Friday, May 19, 2000, by 5:30 p.m.. You may contact the Human Resources Office at (805) 449-2144 to have an application mailed to you. Applications should be submitted to: City of Thousand Oaks, Human Resources Office, 2100 Thousand Oaks Blvd. Thousand Oaks, CA 91362.  Faxed resumes/applications will not be accepted. A resume will not substitute for the supplemental application.  Postmarks will not be accepted.

For more a more detailed job description or to download a city application (but not the supplemental), visit the City's Human Resources Page at: http://www.ci.thousand-oaks.ca.us/jobline.htm

To find out more about the library and the community, visit the Thousand Oaks Library's Page at: http://www.tol.lib.ca.us/