• Work the required schedule;
• Perform physical tasks such as lifting and moving library material up to 50 pounds;
• Organize and file material in alphabetical and numerical order;
• Follow written and oral instructions;
• Work independently with minimum supervision;
• Work effectively as a team member; and 
• Develop customer service skills. 

• Knowledge of :  Library functions and purposes.

• Skill / Ability to :  Carry out written and oral instructions about library routines; file books and periodicals according to established library systems; and alphabetize, read and perform simple arithmetic.

• A description of typical duties;
• Links to and contact information for the 12 library branch locations;
• An application form. 

Remember, you must mail or hand deliver an application to each of the branches were you are interested in working. (NOTE: Applications sent to the Human Resources Department or to the Administrative Offices of the Library System will not be accepted and will not be forwarded to the library branches.)

Anyone may apply for the Library Aide position. San Mateo County is building a diverse workforce and encourages applications from candidates who will contribute to our diversity.

Library Aide vacancies can not be guaranteed. Please contact the individual Libraries directly before submitting an application.


SELECTION PROCESS

Submitted applications will be kept on file for six months. When a vacancy occurs the library branch will invite the applicants to a written exam. Those passing the exam will be invited to an interview. From the interview, the most qualified candidate will be offered the position. Selection and hiring of new employees may be made at any time during this process.
It is the applicant's responsibility to keep a current application on file with the branches were they are interested in working.

Job Number:  E071-02