Library Assistant III (20488466)

San Francisco/PeninsulaJob TypeFull-TimeClose Date4/15/2024 at 5pm or until 200 applicantsSalary$6,731.00-$8,183.00 MonthlyAdditional QuestionnairesPre-qualification and SupplementalAbout Daly CityThe City of Daly City, "Gateway" to the San Francisco Peninsula, stretches from the Pacific Ocean to San Francisco Bay and is strategically located minutes from downtown San Francisco and SF International Airport. Daly City is one of the most ethnically-diverse cities in the nation and most populous cities in San Mateo County with 105,000+ residents. Daly City has over 500 full time employees to deliver the full range of municipal services.To view our current openings please visit www.dalycity.orgView all openingsSharePlease review the special instructions before applying for this job opportunity.Apply for Job InterestedLocationDaly City, 94015DescriptionDEFINITIONUnder the general supervision of a Librarian II, Librarian III or Library Services Manager, this position is responsible for coordinating a library program area such as Circulation, Programming, Outreach and Marketing, or Technology Support and Training. This is the highest level of the Library Assistant series and is distinguished from the next lower class by the higher level of responsibility, including coordinating services system-wide and training and supervising staff.EXAMPLES OF DUTIESPlan and coordinate the operation of the circulation desk; perform circulation desk duties including checking materials in and out as necessary; train and supervise Library Assistants, Aides, and Pages; assist in the formulating and enforcing local library policies and procedures; may represent the City library on committees dealing with procedures for conducting cooperative library activities throughout the County; maintain the currency of policy and procedure manuals for both intra-library and inter-library activities; assure that subordinate staff operate in accordance with current policies and procedures; schedule work and maintain adequate staffing level; compile weekly timesheets and certify their accuracy; monitor job performance and prepare written evaluations; interpret library policy to patrons and subordinates; assist library patrons in locating and using library materials; answer basic reference questions referring higher level or more complicated questions to appropriate staff; identify and correct operational problems; resolve patron complaints or disputes; report in a timely fashion when problems with equipment or physical plant occur; plan and host library events; promote the library at public events; design promotional materials; plan and implement the maintenance of library computers and other technology; coordinate with third-party vendors, City, and Peninsula Library System information systems staff; troubleshoot technology malfunctions; plan and provide training on the use of technology to staff and patrons; and other related duties as required.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of: Public library purposes, practices, conventions, techniques, and terminology; modern office and library procedures and methods including microcomputer applications and library automation; business math; and principles of supervision.Ability to: Exercise initiative, tact, leadership, and independent judgment; interact with and relate effectively to people of different ages, socioeconomic status, and ethnic background; maintain appropriate public service demeanor; work effectively without close supervision; make sound judgments and decisions within established guidelines; employ principles and techniques of supervision; operate and troubleshoot library equipment and contact service providers as needed; keyboard at a speed necessary for successful job performance; work with numbers and alphabet accurately; communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing; perform such physical tasks as lifting and moving library materials, stooping, reaching, and walking up and down stairs; interact positively and cooperate with co-workers, respond politely to customers, work as a team member, function under demanding time pressure, respond in a positive manner to supervision, and attend work and perform duties on a regular and consistent basis.Education: High school graduation or equivalent and possession of an AA degree or completion of two years (50 semester units) of college level courses. Library experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.Experience: Three years of full time public library employment at the Library Assistant II level or equivalent.License: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's license.Job PDF:LA III bulletin 2024-REVISED.pdfIdeal CandidateEducation: High school graduation or equivalent and possession of an AA degree or completion of two years (50 semester units) of college level courses. Library experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.Experience: Three years of full time public library employment at the Library Assistant II level or equivalent.License: Possession of a valid Class C California Driver's license.BenefitsGENERAL BENEFITS SUMMARYA.F.S.C.M.E., Local 919Effective December 1, 2019I HEALTH & WELFAREA. Section 125 Options: Unreimbursed Medical Expenses and Dependent Care Plans available to all eligible full-time employees.B. Wage SupplementsFor employees hired on or after January 1, 2020 the City's monthly contribution towards the Cafeteria/Flexible benefits wage supplement shall be:No Coverage $400.00Employee Only 100% of Employee Only CalPERS Kaiser RateEmployee + 1 95% of Employee +1 CalPERS Kaiser RateEmployee+ Family 95% of Employee + Family CalPERS Kaiser RateFrom the Wage Supplement Dollars, employees must purchase the following qualified benefits: * City-sponsored dental/orthodontic insuranceMaximum annual dental benefit $2,500 Non-PPO/ $2,600 PPOMaximum lifetime orthodontia $2,500Monthly premium of $132.05 effective 1/1/2020* City-sponsored life insurance ($50,000 effective 6/1/2008)Monthly premium at the current coverage rate of $0.225 per $1K effective 1/1/2014.C. City-sponsored Short/Long Term Disability InsuranceMonthly Premium: $35.00City Pays: $26.50 per employeeEmployee Pays: $ 8.50 ($4.25 biweekly for 24 pay periods)D. Vision Reimbursement PlanEffective January 1, 2020, employees and their dependents are eligible for a maximum of $200.00 per year per family for frames or lenses. The reimbursement may be requested every 12 months.II RETIREMENT - PERS 3% At Age 603% @ Age 60 for Classic Members Effective 01/01/2013; Third Level of 1959 Survivor Benefit, One Year Final compensation, annual cost of living allowance (3%); Pre-Retirement Optional Settlement 2 Death Benefit.2% @ Age 62 for New Members Effective 01/01/2013; Three Year Final CompensationEmployer contribution: 49.206% (includes 7.596% bond) effective 7/01/22Employee contribution: 8.00% for Classic Members or 7.50% for New MembersThe City pays 0% of employee contribution. In lieu, the City provides 414h, a one-time, irrevocable option for employee to elect to have his or her mandated PERS member contribution picked up by the City. Electing this option authorizes the City to designate the mandatory contribution on a tax-deferred basis.III EDUCATION EXPENSES: Employees may be reimbursed for educational expenses with prior department head approval and with proof of successful completion of the course.IV STANDBY PAY: Effective 7/1/2009, $350.00 weekly reimbursement to eligible employees.V SAFETY FOOTWEAR ALLOWANCE: Reimbursement up to $350.00 as needed to eligible employees for the purchase and/or repair and maintenance of safety footwear (including socks, boot laces, and inserts). Employee may select type of footwear and must obtain advance approval of the Department Head. Employees receiving such reimbursement are required to wear the approved footwear at all times while on duty. Eligible classifications are:Building Inspector Lead Meter ReaderBuilding Maintenance Worker I/II Lead Public Works Maint WorkerCertified Tree Worker MechanicChief Mechanic Meter ReaderCustodian Public Works InspectorEngineer I Street Maintenance Worker I/IIGroundskeeper/Gardener I/II Street Sweeper OperatorJunior Engineering Technician Traffic Signal Street Light TechnicianUtility Maintenance WorkerVI CLOTHING: Employees required to wear uniforms shall be required to wear them at all times while on duty.A. Coveralls: The City will provide coveralls to employees in the following classifications:Building Maintenance Worker I/IIJunior Engineering TechnicianGroundskeeper/Gardener I/IILead Public Workers Maintenance WorkerMechanicSenior Building InspectorStreet Maintenance Worker I/IIStreet Sweeper OperatorUtility Maintenance Worker * In addition to coveralls, the City provides pants, shirts and jackets to affected employees in the Motor Vehicle Division. * Employees in the following classifications shall be required to wear uniforms as noted: * Recreation Services Coordinator (shirt/jacket)* Building Inspector (jacket)* Lead Meter Reader (jacket)* Engineer I (jacket)* Recreation Services Supervisor (shirt/jacket)VII DAMAGED CLOTHING REIMBURSEMENT: Clothing reimbursement pool provides up to a maximum of $150 per year to eligible employees for clothing damaged in the line of duty and replaced by the employee subject to Department Head approval. The $150 clothing reimbursement pool will not carry over from one fiscal year to the next. Eligible employees are those who hold position classifications of:Building Inspector Engineering TechnicianEngineering Aide Senior Engineering TechnicianVIII TOOL REPLACEMENT ALLOWANCE: City provides employees who work in the City Garage and hold one of the eligible classifications noted below, reimbursement up to $500 maximum per employee each year for the replacement of lost or broken tools normally used in the Garage. Reimbursement is made only upon presentation of receipts and purchase request must have prior approval by the Motor Vehicle Supervisor. Unused amounts may not be carried over to the following year.MechanicChief MechanicIX SUPPLEMENTAL ASSIGNMENT PAY* Employees who are designated by their department and assigned to operate a vehicle(s) requiring a valid Class A California driver's license shall receive supplemental assignment pay at the rate of $145.00 a month.*

Irrigation Specialist (Parks) $100/month * Sheriff Work Program Supervisor (Parks) $100/month* QAC (Qualified Applicator Certificate) (Parks) $100/month * Playground Inspector $150/month * Fire Mechanic (Mechanics) $100/month * Safe Food Handling (Recreation) $50/month * Certified Arborist (Parks) $100/month * Fleet ASE Master Auto Technician (Mechanics) $200/month * Traffic Signal Street Light Technician &Lead Traffic Street Light Technician- Level III Certificate $100/month*

Signs & Pavement Certificate $100/monthX EDUCATIONAL INCENTIVE PAYEmployees in the classifications of Street Maintenance Worker I/II, Lead Public Works Maintenance Worker (Streets) and Street Sweeper Operator (effect. 4/4/22) will be eligible for certification/educational pay for possession of California Water Environment Association Certificate (CWEA) as follows:CertificationGrade16% maxCWEA14%24%34%44%Per Resolution 89-355 Building Inspector and Senior Building Classifications are eligible for holding ICBO certification in each area of inspection services for which they are responsible as follows:Certification Category Incentive Pay * Plans Examiner 2% of base salary * Building Inspector 2% of base salary * Electrical Inspector 2% of base salary * Plumbing Inspector 2% of base salary * Mechanical Inspector 2% of base salaryXI TWO HOURS PERSONAL LEAVE: The City provides affected employees two hours of personal leave to be taken at any time during the calendar year that is agreeable to the employee and the employee's department head in lieu of the employee taking two hours of holiday time off on the Friday before Easter. Said two hours personal leave shall be taken each year pursuant to the above conditions and shall not accrue from year to year.XII HOLIDAYS: 11 paid holidays per yearXIII VACATION: Employees accrue vacation days after completion of service years reflected below. New hires are eligible to use accrued vacation during their probationary period upon approved of their department head or designee.Years of Service # DaysCompleted ReceivedAfter 1 13After 5 18After 13 23After 21 28XIV SICK LEAVE: Full-time employees accrue sick leave at the rate of 12 working days per year. Pay out of one-half of employee's total accrued sick leave hours applies ONLY at retirement, death, or abolishment of position for employees hired before January 1, 2020.XV MILEAGE: Effective July 1, 2022, reimbursement rate is 62.5 cents per mile.XVI AFFECTED CLASSIFICATIONS - Civil ServiceBuilding InspectorBuilding Maintenance Worker I/IIBuilding Permit TechnicianCertified Tree WorkerChief MechanicCivil Engineer IICustodianEngineer IEngineering TechnicianGroundskeeper/Gardener I/IIJunior Engineering TechnicianLead Meter ReaderLead Public Works Maintenance WorkerLibrarian ILibrarian IILibrarian IIILibrary Assistant ILibrary Assistant IILibrary Assistant IIIMechanicMeter ReaderRecreation Services CoordinatorRecreation Services SupervisorSenior Recreation Services SupervisorSenior Building InspectorSenior Engineering TechnicianSenior CustodianStreet Maintenance Worker I/IIStreet Sweeper OperatorTraffic Signal/Street Light TechnicianUtility Maintenance WorkerSpecial InstructionsApplications will be accepted until Monday, April 15, 2024Incomplete applications will NOT be accepted.Resumes are not accepted in lieu of completing a City application.Oral Exam: May 16, 2024