County of San Mateo, CA is hiring : Library Assistant I / II - Bilingual Language S

Salary : $29.99 - $39.56 Hourly

Location : County of San Mateo, CA

Job Type : Extra Help

Job Number : POSTING ONLY

Department : County Library

Opening Date : 02 / 21 / 2025

Bargaining Unit : 39

Description

Do you want to be a part of an award-winning team and work with amazing people? Apply for an Extra- Help Library Assistant - Bookmobile Driver Services position with San Mateo County Libraries where together, we build meaningful connections and inspire lifelong curiosity.

At San Mateo County Libraries you can make a difference in our communities through outreach. The San Mateo County Libraries Bookmobile brings library services to residents throughout San Mateo County, including unincorporated coastal communities from Montara to Pescadero, and inland locations in La Honda, Skylonda, and Kings Mountain. The Bookmobile visits area schools and communities with a collection that includes materials for children and adults in English and Spanish. The Bookmobile also regularly supports special events, fairs, etc. throughout the County.

San Mateo County Libraries is looking for a driver for our Bookmobile, a 35' Bluebird bus with seating for one passenger. The driver, along with one other Bookmobile staff, will also offer customer service at all stops. Because of the diversity of the communities we serve, bilingual language skills (Mandarin, Cantonese, or Spanish) are preferred. The successful candidate must be available to work a schedule that typically includes a combination of day, evening, and regular weekend shifts. The positions are part-time and extra-help and those hired will generally work between 8 and 18 hours per week.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

We are looking for an enthusiastic, customer service-oriented and flexible Library Assistant who is effective in communicating with people from a variety of backgrounds. Experience working in a library, social services, youth development, education, or early childhood setting is also highly preferred.

The ideal candidate will :

• Possess a valid California Class B Commercial Driver's License with Air Brake endorsement. Passenger endorsement a plus.
• Be flexible with a schedule that includes a combination of day, evening and weekend shifts.

In addition, the ideal candidate will have the ability to

SALARIES

Library Assistant I : $29.99 - $33.51 hourly

Library Assistant II : $31.64 - $39.56 hourly

NOTE : The Bookmobile is based out of library administration in San Mateo and has routes throughout San Mateo County. This is an extra-help, at-will assignment, paid on an hourly basis. Extra-help hours are dependent on the business needs of the department and therefore work hours may vary from week to week.

Extra help employees shall not exceed 1,040 hours of work per fiscal year. Extra help employees are not guaranteed permanent status at the end of the assignment.

Some extra help positions may be eligible for benefits under the Affordable Care Act. For more information, please see :

Qualifications

Knowledge of :

Skill / Ability to :

Experience and Education : Qualified candidates possess any combination of education and experience that would likely provide them with the required knowledge, skills, and ability.

Other Requirements :

Application / Examination

This is an extra-help assignment. Anyone may apply.

Application Process : Applications will be reviewed by supervisors or managers; candidates successful in the application phase may be invited to participate in interviews. Vacancies may be filled at any time and qualified candidates are not automatically guaranteed to advance to the interview round.

Please send an email with your resume and with responses to the Supplemental Questions , to the supervisor below.

IMPORTANT : You must submit the following to be considered for this opportunity :

A valid California Class B Commercial Driver's License with an Air Brake endorsement is required to drive the Library Bookmobile. A Passenger endorsement is preferred but not required.

Do you currently possess a California Class B Commercial Driver's License with an Air Brake endorsement? (Yes / No)

Do you also have a Passenger endorsement? (Yes / No)

License number

This is a continuous recruitment which may close at any time. The final filing date will be posted 5 days in advance in the San Mateo County Human Resources Department.

Apply immediately. This recruitment is open on a continuous basis and selections may be made at any time within the process.

TENTATIVE RECRUITMENT SCHEDULE

Final Filing Date : Continuous

About the County

San Mateo County is centrally located between San Francisco, San Jose, and the East Bay. With over 750,000 residents, San Mateo is one of the largest and most diverse counties in California and serves a multitude of culturally, ethnically, and linguistically diverse communities.

The County of San Mateo, as an employer, is committed to advancing equity in order to ensure that all employees are welcomed in a safe and inclusive environment. The County seeks to hire, support, and retain employees who reflect our diverse community. We encourage applicants with diverse backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. Eighty percent of employees surveyed stated that they would recommend the County as a great place to work.

San Mateo County is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion at all levels.

Analyst : Sedrick Dixon (02212024) (Library Assistant I / II K009 / K010)

We invite you to explore our page for a snapshot of the comprehensive and competitive benefits available to eligible employees of the County of San Mateo. From health and wellness to financial security, our benefits are designed to support you at every stage of your career. (Please note that benefits are subject to change.)

In addition to core benefits, the County is proud to offer a variety of wellness and professional development programs to help you grow both personally and professionally. Most of these enriching opportunities are available during work hours and come at no cost to you.

As a County employee, you'll also be covered by the federal Social Security system, earning valuable retirement benefits based on your salary and years of service.