County of Alameda

Mobile Library Driver-Clerk (#9312)

Bargaining Unit: SEIU 1021 - Misc Sub/Para Prof (012)
$33.46-$39.84 Hourly / $2,509.50-$2,988.00 BiWeekly /
$5,437.25-$6,474.00 Monthly / $65,247.00-$77,688.00 Yearly

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DESCRIPTION

Under supervision, drives a Mobile Library, performs library clerical duties, and customer service. Also performs related work as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

The classification of the Mobile Library Driver-Clerks load and unload library materials, drive Mobile Libraries to locations throughout Alameda County (County), and work directly with the public. Mobile Library Driver-Clerks are distinguished from Library Driver-Clerk in that Mobile Library Driver-Clerks drive a Mobile Library requiring a Class B license and work directly with the public.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

NOTE: The following are the duties performed by the employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each employee in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

Safely drives the mobile libraries to assigned locations.
Provides account-focused customer service to library members, including issuing library cards, updating account information, checking out materials, and maintaining the privacy and confidentiality of library member records.
Loads and unloads library materials and supplies on the mobile libraries and at outreach sites.
Checks daily the fuel, oil, water, and general mechanical condition of the assigned mobile library. Schedules vehicles for cleaning and mechanical service with the appropriate agency. Reports vehicle safety problems and maintains a repair log.
Investigates and resolves members' account questions and concerns.
Processes new library materials and updates their status in the library software.
Performs routine clerical tasks, such as data entry and supply ordering.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EITHER I

Experience:

The equivalent of six (6) months’ full-time experience as a Library Page, or higher-level classification, in the County of Alameda classified service, and the equivalent of six (6) months’ full-time experience driving a vehicle of at least 18,000-pound gross vehicle weight (G.V.W.) capacity.

OR II

Experience:

The equivalent of six (6) months’ full-time clerical experience that included customer service and the equivalent of six (6) months’ full-time experience driving a vehicle of at least 18,000-pound gross vehicle weight (G.V.W.) capacity.

License:

Possession of a valid California Motor Vehicle Class B Driver’s license with air brake certification. Applicants must submit evidence from the DMV showing the current status of their license at the time of application and must have a clean driving record for the past eighteen (18) months.

Special Requirement:

Federal law and County policy requires that positions in the classification of Mobile Library Driver-Clerk are subject to post-offer/pre-placement/pre-duty, reasonable suspicion, post-accident, random, return-to-duty, and follow-up drug and alcohol testing.

Lift and move heavy packages, books, and library materials up to 75 pounds.

NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification.

Knowledge of:

Geography of Alameda County.
Numerical and alphabetical filing systems.
Proper lifting technique.

Ability to:

Drive a large vehicle of at least 18,000-pound G.V.W. capacity safely and skillfully.
Communicate effectively with the public, both in person, online, in writing, and on the phone.
Learn library procedures, including check out of materials, registration of members, processing of materials and supplies, and maintenance of library equipment.
Process and handle library materials.
Sort and shelve library materials accurately.
Follow written and oral instructions.
Type accurately.
Perform clerical work of average difficulty that is not usually reviewed for technical details.
Troubleshoot and perform routine equipment maintenance.
Problem solve.
Exercise interpersonal sensitivity while working effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds.• Coordinate Mobile Library repair services.
Use GPS apps.

CLASS SPEC HISTORY

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JH:jc Updated: 6/95

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CSC Date: 6/7/89

SA:pf Revised 4/6/2005

CSC Date: 6/22/2005

MMH:cs 11/21/12

CSC Date: 12/12/12

SK:saa Revised 08/12/24

CSC Date:5/21/25

BENEFITS

The County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall wellbeing. These benefits include but are not limited to*:

For your Health & Well-Being

Medical – HMO & PPO Plans
Dental – HMO & PPO Plans
Vision or Vision Reimbursement
Share the Savings
Basic Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
County Allowance Credit
Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Long-Term Care, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)

For your Work/Life Balance

12 paid holidays
Floating Holidays
Vacation and sick leave accrual
Vacation purchase program
Catastrophic Sick Leave
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits Program
Guaranteed Ride Home
Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
Child Care Resources
1st United Services Credit Union

*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.