Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

Knowledge of:
Alphabetical, numerical and subject filing methods.
Basic mathematics.
Basic office clerical procedures.
Microsoft Office software, Windows, and the Internet.
Effective customer service techniques.

Ability to: 
Sort, shelve and organize materials in alphabetical, numerical and subject order.
Lift books and push heavy book trucks.
Learn standard library procedures.
Follow written and oral instructions.
Provide effective customer service.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, supervisors, other City employees and the public.

Skill in:
Reading, writing and communicating in English at an appropriate level.
Operating standard office equipment including a computer, photocopiers and peripherals.

Education, Training and Experience:

Completion of sufficient education and/or training to read, write and communicate in English at a level reasonable for successful job performance, as assigned. Familiarity and experience with PC-based computer applications and Internet services.

Licenses and Certificates:

None.

This is a temporary hourly position without benefits. The City Of Santa Monica provides a deferred compensation (457) retirement plan for its as-needed (temporary) employees who are not eligible for coverage under the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS). The City and as-needed employee are each required to contribute 3.75% of wages to the deferred compensation plan. As-needed employee contributions will be deducted from paychecks on a pre-tax basis.

SELECTION PROCESS: Application Review: All applicants must submit clear, concise, and complete information regarding their qualifications for the position. All applicants will be reviewed and only those candidates determined to be most qualified on the basis of experience and education, as submitted, will be invited to participate further in the selection process. 

HOW TO APPLY:   All applicants must submit an online City application and required supplemental questions to be considered for this position. Please note, applications may be rejected if incomplete. Resumes, CVs and cover letters are not reviewed as part of the application screening process and should not be submitted.

BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS: Candidates who have successfully completed all prior phases of the selection process will be subject to a thorough background investigation.

NOTE: Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of the application or supplemental application materials.

All employees of the City of Santa Monica are designated by both State and City ordinance to be "Disaster Service Workers." In the event of a declared emergency or any undeclared emergency or natural disaster that threatens the life, health and/or safety of the public, employees may be assigned to assist rescue and relief workers. Such assignments may be in locations, during hours and performing work significantly different from the employees' normal work assignments and may continue through the recovery phrase of the emergency.

Inclusion & Diversity Statement
 
The City of Santa Monica is a progressive, inclusive and culturally-rich community.  As leaders in public service, we strive to be an employer of choice by attracting and retaining a highly-talented workforce where people of diverse races, religions, cultures and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment where our staff are empowered to perform at their highest level and where their differences make a positive impact. 
 
The City is an equal opportunity employer and strives to build balanced teams from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create a workplace that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our employees.  Join us!

Special assistance with the application and examination process is available, upon request, for persons with disabilities.  Call (310) 458-8246, TDD (310) 458-8696 (Hearing Impaired Only).
 
Please note the request for reasonable accommodations must be made to Human Resources at least three work days prior to the examination.