Under general supervision, performs a wide variety of routine technical and clerical library duties in support of the various sections of the library; process library materials; and provide general assistance. Duties include but are not limited to the following: Circulation: sort and shelve books alphabetically and numerically for different sections including fiction, non-fiction, new books, CDs, DVDs, audiobooks, large print books, international language books, and paperbacks; straighten shelves and loose books; or Technical Services: assists in preparing library materials to be put on the shelves including: clean/repair CDs and DVDs; label and stamp government publications; label, stamp, and sticker books; apply labels and stickers to CDs; add covers to books; organize and repair magazines; repair books; or LAMP Literacy & Citizenship: making copies of classroom materials and handouts for ESL and literacy tutors and office correspondence and matters, maintaining volunteer hours and roster, and providing assistance where possible to the Senior Library Clerk and Adult Literacy Coordinator.

This position will work a varied schedule of approximately 15-19 hours per week and must be available to work (among other hours) evenings and weekends.

Knowledge of the English alphabet; basic mathematical principles; basic filing procedures; and use of word processing systems. Ability to learn the Dewey Decimal and Classification Systems; learn basic library services and functions; understand and follow oral and written instructions; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; establish, maintain, and foster positive and harmonious working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. Education and Experience - Any combination of training and/or experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities is qualifying.  Example (but not required): High School graduate or GED.  A valid Class “C” California Driver license is desirable.  Physical Characteristics:  Requires: stooping, kneeling or bending to pick up or move objects; reaching to pick up or move various objects over one's head; standing for long periods of time; operating various equipment such as computer keyboard and typewriter using finger dexterity; reading books, written materials, and computer screens; lifting objects up to 25 pounds; pushing and moving with help objects such as a book truck weighing up to 75 pounds.

The candidates who appear to best meet the needs of the Library, based upon a review of the submitted applications, will be invited to take the written examination. Those who pass the written examination will be invited to the Oral Board Interview. The interview will evaluate, on a competitive basis, the work experience, educational background and qualifications of each candidate. All applicants must be able to prove legal United States residency at the time of appointment. Meeting the minimum requirements does not guarantee an invitation to further testing.
 
Written Examination:         Weighted 40%            TBD
Oral Interview:                    Weighted 60%            TBD
 
Regardless of the notification preference the candidate selected when creating the application (i.e., paper or email), APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE COMMUNICATION THROUGH EMAIL ONLY. Applicants should be diligent in checking their email and spam/junk mail after the deadline as all notices regarding their status in the current recruitment will be emailed.
 
All applicants must be able to prove legal United States residency at the time of appointment. After a conditional job offer is made, the candidate must pass a pre-employment medical examination, including a drug/alcohol screen and background investigation. Applicants with legal disabilities who require special testing arrangements must contact the Personnel Department at least five (5) days prior to the examination date.  
 

• IMMIGRATION REFORM AND CONTROL ACT OF 1986:  In compliance with IRCA of 1986, all new employees must verify identity and entitlement to work in the United States by providing required documentation.  All new employees must have a valid Social Security card.
• Applicants must bring a photo ID with them to the written test. 
• The Eligibility List will be good for one year.  Library staff will interview from the List starting at the top as vacancies occur.
• Staff will check references of the top candidates.
• If a candidate has another job, he or she will need to get approval from the City to have additional paid employment.
• The library sets the work schedule. Classes, vacations or other employment must be worked around when the Library needs the Page.  
• A person must be at least 15-1/2 years of age to work for the City.  Those under the age of 18 must have a work permit.  High school graduates and minors who have been awarded a certificate of proficiency pursuant to EC 48412 (such certificate being equivalent to a high school diploma) do not require work permits.
• As the City does not pay into Social Security, the City will deduct 3.5% from an employee’s pay and the City will contribute 4% on behalf of the employee into an account provided for part-time employees.  The mandatory 1.45 percent for Medicare will also be deducted from the Page’s paycheck.  (The money in the part-time account is refunded when the person leaves).   
• It is the policy of the City of Monterey Park to achieve a drug and alcohol free workplace.  Any applicant for City employment will be expected to comply in accordance with this policy.

September 24, 2021 at 4:30 PM or upon receipt of the first 50 qualified applications. Recruitment may close at any time without notice. Completed City application, including any related educational or training documents must be submitted through the online application system within the filing period. Resumes may be attached but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed on-line application. Be sure to detail any education, training, or other relevant course work that would make you a particularly strong candidate. Incomplete employment applications will not be processed. Complete all requested information including the non asterisk boxes.