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This is a Non-Permanent, Part-Time Position

This is an excellent part-time job opportunity for an individual to provide staff support and customer service to patrons of the City of Huntington Beach libraries within the Community & Library Services Department. The Library Services Division includes Administration, Public and Information Services, Programs and Youth Services, Technology and Collection Management, Outreach and Training Services, and Facilities. This position will be located at the Central Library.

The ideal candidate must possess effective and cooperative communication and interpersonal skills and have the ability to relate to a diverse group of people.

Applicants must be available to work evenings and weekends, with the possibility of daytime shifts. Hours may vary based on library needs and are scheduled within the following operating hours: Monday: 1–9 p.m. | Tuesday–Thursday: 9 a.m.–9 p.m. | Friday–Saturday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m. | Sunday: 12–5 p.m.

Temporary/part-time employment is restricted to 1,000 hours within a 12-month period (July 1 – June 30) and does not qualify to receive City benefits, except those required by law. The City does not belong to the Social Security system. However, enrollment in an alternative retirement program is mandatory which requires an employee contribution of 7½% of base earnings to the Public Agency Retirement System (PARS). There are no rights to employment and employment may end with or without cause or advance notice. Further restrictions apply to CalPERS Retired Annuitants.

Examples of Essential Duties

Sorts and shelves a variety of material, including books, DVD's, CD's, magazines and newspapers; checks in material electronically; interacts with the public to answer and refer patron inquiries; provide outstanding customer service while assisting patrons in locating books and materials; assists patrons with using the self-checkout and return stations; pushes heavy carts and book bins; inspects and repairs damaged books and magazines; performs other related duties.

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The City at its discretion, may add, modify, change or rescind work assignments as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

Education/Experience: Requires some high school and previous experience or related training.

Ability to: Learn basic library services and functions; follow oral and written instructions; read and file alphanumeric characters; reach overhead, bend, and stoop to shelve materials; lift up to 25 pounds; push loaded book carts and book bins; and work both as part of a team and independently, as needed.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

Public Employee Disaster Service Worker: In accordance with Government Code Section 3100, all Huntington Beach city employees are required to perform assigned disaster service worker duties in the event of an emergency or a disaster.

APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCEDURE:

• Application Review
• Department Interview
• Selection Process
• Background Investigation
• Appointment

Please Note: Our primary means of communication with applicants is sent via email; therefore, please include a valid email address on your application.

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.

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

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.