What are the responsibilities and job description for the Supervising Librarian position at City of Berkeley?
The City of Berkeley invites you to apply for the position of Supervising Librarian at the Berkeley Public Library! In this role, you will be responsible for the administration and maintenance of the physical facility, supervision of professional, technical, and support staff, and providing reference and reader advisory services for the public. You will also represent Berkeley Public Library in meetings with the public, citizen groups, and other agencies.
This recruitment will create an eligible list that will be used by various Library divisions to fill future temporary and/or career positions in the next 12 months.
See the full job class specification here: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/berkeley/classspecs/105772
A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skills, and abilities for this classification is:Equivalent to graduation from college or university with a Master's degree in Library Science and three (3) years of experience as a professional librarian. Progressively responsible related experience may be substituted for the college coursework on a year-for-year basis.
Other requirements include the ability to travel to various locations within and outside the City of Berkeley to meet the program's needs and to fulfill the job responsibilities. When driving on City business, maintenance of a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record is required. Must be able to work evenings and weekends.
In addition to the qualifications above, the ideal candidate will have lead or supervisory experience.
Applicants must submit a completed application, attach a resume, and include responses to the supplemental questionnaire. Please note that resumes are not a substitute for a completed application.Applications are available in alternative formats (audio format, braille, large print, electronic text, etc.) upon request to ada@berkeleyca.gov. Please allow 10 days production of materials in an alternative format.
The exam process will include, but may not be limited to:- Application review for minimum qualifications and required documents
- Review of Supplemental Questionnaire
Tests may consist of any combination of written, oral, or other exercises or assessment procedures that test content and may include but are not necessarily limited to, typing, math, reading, writing, and analytical skills; problem-solving ability; computer and software proficiency, or any other job-related knowledge, skill, ability or qualification. The examination process and dates are subject to change. The City may, without notice, change or eliminate any assessment component as needs dictate. Applicants passing all examination phases will have their names placed on an employment-eligible list that hiring departments will use to conduct final selection interviews.
Reasonable Accommodations: The City is committed to making reasonable accommodations in the examination process and in the work environment. Individuals requesting reasonable accommodations in the examination process must submit a request in writing to hr@berkeleyca.gov at the time of application.
Salary : $98,996 - $119,263