SENIOR LIBRARIAN

Description

Note: This position will remain open until filled. First review of applications is scheduled to occur for applications received before 5:00 PM on April 3, 2025 , and will be reviewed on an on-going basis until the position is filled. This recruitment may close at any time after that date, once a sufficiently strong candidate pool has been established. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible!

Here in Huntington Beach, we believe passionately that the key to becoming the best beach City in the world starts and ends with finding the right people to join our team. At this time, we have an outstanding career opportunity available, as we're looking for the "right person" to serve as Senior Librarian with the Community and Library ServicesDepartment. The current vacancy is in the Technical Services division .

The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator and collaborator. The candidate should have strong knowledge of literacy principles and be ready to lead a team known for innovative programs and services.

The Department
The mission statement of the Community & Library Services Department is to "provide outstanding programs, services and facilities that enhance and enrich the lives of our residents and visitors" and to "welcome, empower, and enrich our community by providing innovative and traditional library services that inspire and encourage transformation and growth." Library and Cultural Services is responsible for the operation of Huntington Central Library located in Huntington Central Park and four branches (Main Street, Oak View, Banning, and Helen Murphy), as well as the Huntington Beach Art Center. This Division serves as the liaison to various library affiliated community groups, such as the Friends of the Library and the Friends of the Children's Library, as well as the Art Center Foundation.

The Position
The Senior Librarian performs specialized professional library work pertaining to a specific division of the library. The position is distinguished from the Librarian classification by the level of responsibility assumed, the supervisory responsibilities, and the complexity of the duties assigned. The position is distinguished from the Principal Librarian classification in that the Principal Librarian exercises managerial authority over all library personnel and functions while the Senior Librarian is responsible for the work activities of a specific division/area. The Senior Librarian assigned to the Technical Services division will be responsible for overseeing the acquisitions and accounting teams, managing budget expenditures, and allocating funds across various sections of the adult collection.

Examples of Essential Duties

• Plans, organizes and supervises a division/area of the library; prepares work schedules of personnel and volunteers; supervises staff, evaluates performance, and recommends personnel actions;
• Acquires and makes available for public use informational materials in all formats (e.g. print, electronic and digital);
• Coordinates and oversees the classification and cataloging of library materials, working with vendors and staff to utilize computerized systems and technology tools;
• Implements and maintains automated information systems, such as the Library’s integrated system and patron database, as well as other electronic resources and databases, both on site and remotely available;
• Interacts with the vendors and suppliers to assess and analyze workflow in support of direct customer service;
• Participates with other managers in strategic planning and other organizational development efforts in the library and the City;

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Minimum Qualifications

Education: ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science.

Experience: Three (3) years full-time professional library experience, including one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience.

Certificate/License: Valid California Class C driver license and an acceptable driving record required by time of appointment and during course of employment.

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Supplemental Information

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS:

• Application Review
• Examination(s) - Applicants best meeting the City's needs will be invited to participate in a virtual oral exam (weighted 100%), which will be scheduled once a sufficient amount of qualified applications have been received.
• Selection Interview
• Background Investigation
• Appointment

The City of Huntington Beach offers a comprehensive benefit package to Management Employees' Organization members including:

The SALARY RANGE is composed of seven steps. Merit step increases are based on satisfactory performance.

PROMOTIONS within the City are based upon the merit system principles emphasizing individual ability and utilizing competitive examinations.

TWELVE PAID HOLIDAYS provided per year.

GENERAL LEAVE with pay of 176 hours is granted to regular employees. After four years' service additional general leave hours are earned, up to 256 hours after fifteen years' service.

ADMINISTRATIVE LEAVE with pay is granted in the amount of 60 hours per calendar year.

EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PLANS are available for eligible employees to develop their knowledge and abilities.

GROUP INSURANCE PROGRAMS are available to eligible City employees. These programs include medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, life and accidental death and dismemberment insurances.

FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS are available where employees use pre-tax salary to pay for regular child care, adult dependent care and/or medical expenses.

RETIREMENT BENEFITS are provided by the California Public Employee's Retirement System. Every regular employee becomes a member immediately upon employment. Effective January 1, 2013, the Public Employees' Pension Reform Act will apply to new members of CalPERS. A new member is defined as a new hire who is brought into CalPERS membership for the first time on or after 1/1/13 and has no prior membership in a California public retirement system; is not eligible for reciprocity with another California public retirement system; or is rehired by a different CalPERS employer after a break in service of greater than six (6) months. All employees hired on or after January 1, 2013 will be subject to CalPERS membership review for applicability of PEPRA. Employees enrolled in CalPERS prior to January 1, 2013 are considered classic members.

The benefit formula, final compensation period, and member contribution rate is as represented below:

Classic Miscellaneous Members:
Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2.5% at age 55
Final Compensation Period 1-year Final Compensation
Member Contribution Rate 9.0% of Reportable Compensation

New Miscellaneous Members under PEPRA:
Benefit Formula Miscellaneous 2% at age 62
Final Compensation Period 3-year Final Compensation
Member Contribution Rate 8.25% of Reportable Compensation (eff. 7/1/23)

DEFERRED COMPENSATION: Two voluntary deferred compensation 457 plans are available.

CREDIT UNION membership is available to all City employees and provides access to low interest loans.

FLEXIBLE WORK SCHEDULES: Employees will have the option of working a 5/40 or 9/80 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. Employees assigned to the Police Department shall retain the option of working the 4/10 work schedule with Supervisor and Department Head approval. In order to maintain service to the public, departmental effectiveness, productivity and/or efficiency, a Department Head may assign an employee a different work schedule that is in compliance with the requirements of FLSA with City Manager approval.

NOTE: The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract expressed or implied, and any provisions contained herein may be modified or revoked without notice.

For a more detailed overview of the benefits, review the Memorandum of Understanding and Side Letters at: MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDINGS Click on the links under "Management Employees' Organization".

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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