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Library Assistant I
Salary
$35,260.92 - $43,046.28 Annually
Location
CA 95959, CA
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
2019-0547
Department
Library Branch 1-Madelyn Helling
Opening Date
05/31/2023
Closing Date
6/14/2023 8:00 AM Pacific

• Description
• Questions
• Benefits

Definition and Class Characteristics
Interviews will be held on June 16th
This is an introductory classification where individuals will perform the more defined customer service and processing functions, and the higher-level tasks in a training capacity.
Vital Duties Include

• Search for and locate books, reference and other materials within and outside the County's Library System upon patron requests; send books to other branch libraries
• Operate the library circulation desk; check books in and out, periodicals and other library materials; register new patrons, explain library rules and procedures and issue library cards
• Shelve books, periodicals, and other non-book materials
• Assist professional staff with designated library programs, displays, and community outreach/promotions
• Provides excellent customer service to customers & the general public

The position of Library Assistant I is an integral part of advancing your career in the field of library. The library's mission is to focus the communities' attention on the many offering and opportunities the public library system offers. This position is crafted for individuals who have graduated from high school and have at least one year of clerical work experience which includes customer service activities. No college degree is required and if you have the knowledge of general functions of library service, that's a plus!
The Benefits Package Includes
The position is fully-benefited. The County of Nevada offers an extensive benefit package which is valued at 50% of your pay.

• Flexible Spending Account—set aside, on a pre-tax basis, up to the IRS maximum for eligible health related expenses,
• Dental—a “best in the business” dental plan which offers a generous per-year maximum
• Vision—includes annual eye exams and a generous annual frame allowance
• CalPERS retirement plan, a defined benefit plan,
• Life Insurance—equal to $50,000 with an option to purchase additional, supplementary life insurance at group rates to you
• Medical—several choices of HMO and PPO plans

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.
To review the entire job description, pleaseclick here (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/mynevadacounty/classspecs/1078109?keywords=library%20assistant&pagetype=classSpecifications) .
Education And Experience Required
Benefits Guide
The Benefits Guide (https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/47965/2023-County-of-Nevada-Employee-Benefits-Guide) is a comprehensive document for employees of the County of Nevada. Information contained in this summary of benefits is not a binding document. Refer to specific unit summaries and agreements (MOUs) (https://nevadacountyca.gov/475/Memoranda-of-Understanding-MOUs) for additional benefit information for each employee group.
Health Insurance
The County sponsored plan for 2023 is the PERS Gold PPO, but you can also choose plans from providers such as Anthem, Blue Shield, and PORAC (if you are a member) to suit your needs.
2023 Health Insurance Plans

• PORAC (Available to PORAC members only)
• PERS Platinum PPO
• PERS Gold PPO (County sponsored plan)
• Blue Shield CalPERS Access+ HMO
• Anthem Traditional HMO
• Anthem Select HMO

Flexible Spending Accounts
The County offers employees the option to contribute to a pre-tax medical FSA and dependent Care FSA.
Life Insurance
Voya and Colonial is the County's life insurance provider. We offer the following products through Voya and Colonial:

• Optional Term Life
• Optional Accidental Death and Dismemberment plans
• Optional Dependent Term Life
• Basic Term Life
• Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment

Dental & Vision Insurance
Nevada County employees can opt to receive dental and vision insurance without opting for health insurance coverage as well. This will give employees more flexibility to match their choice of insurance plans to their specific needs. Delta Dental is the dental provider offered through Nevada County and VSP Vision Care is our vision care provider.
Retirement
The County is a member of the CalPERS retirement system and provides the opportunity for voluntary contributions to a 457 deferred compensation account through Nationwide by way of pre-tax and Roth payroll deductions.
CalPERS Miscellaneous Tiers
Tier 1 (Classic-former employee originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 2.7% @ 55
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 12/14/12-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6 months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 2%@60
Tier 3 (Hired by first CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13 or having a break in service of more than six months between another CalPERS employer and Nevada County) 2%@62
CalPERS Safety Tiers
Tier 1 (Classic-former employees originally hired on or before 12/13/12 and are returning to Nevada County) 3% @ 50.
Tier 2 (Hired by a CalPERS employer between 7/2411-12/31/12 and coming to Nevada County with less than 6-months between separation from former CalPERS employer and hire date with Nevada County) 3% @ 55.
Tier 3 (Hired by any CalPERS employer on or after 1/1/13) 2.7% @ 57.
We encourage you to visit the CalPERS home page,www.calpers.ca.gov, to search related information about the retirement plans noted here so that you fully understand what your retirement formula means to you.
NEVADA COUNTY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Any information on this page or documents and links are subject to change without notice.
Nevada County Human Resources Department
950 Maidu Avenue, Nevada City, CA 95959 (530) 265-7010 option 2
[email protected]
www.nevadacountyca.gov
01
Which of the following best describes your level of education?

• Bachelor's Degree
• Associates Degree
• Master's Degree
• Did not graduate High School or GED
• High School or GED

02
Which of the following best describes your clerical experience?

• 2 years to less than 3 years
• Less than one year
• 4 years to less than 5 years
• 1 year to less than 2 years
• 5 or more years
• None
• 3 years to less than 4 years

03
The Library Assistant I is an entry level position where a variety of responsibilities will focus around customer service and duties which may include but not limited to assisting the public by providing information, shelving books and library material, assisting in the maintenance of computerized records and files and fee collections. Please let us know what your skills may be in the tasks described.

• I have had education or training in how to perform these tasks but have not yet performed it on the job.
• I have performed these tasks on the job. My work on these tasks was monitored closely by a supervisor or senior employee to ensure compliance with proper procedures.
• I have not had education, training, or experience in performing these tasks.
• I am considered an expert in performing these tasks. I have supervised performance of these tasks or am normally the person who is consulted by other workers to assist or train them in doing these tasks because of my expertise.
• I have performed these tasks as a regular part of a job. I have performed them independently and normally without review by a supervisor or senior employee.

04
How would you describe your customer service experience?

• My experience involves very little contact with customers or clients
• Most of my experience has involved spending almost all day resolving customer issues.
• My jobs always involve contact with the public or clients. I spend at least half my day interacting with them.
• None

05
What appeals to you most about working in a public library?
06
Please describe any experience you have with computers and technology, including:

• Computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Photoshop)
• Kindles, iPads, and other tablets
• Maker technology, such as 3D printers

Required Question
Agency
County of Nevada
Address
950 Maidu Avenue
Nevada City, California, 95959
Phone
530 265 7010
Website
https://www.nevadacountyca.gov/
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