Bookmobile Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

Salary : $19,861.92 - $24,420.24 Annually
Location : Government Center - 891 Mountain Ranch Rd., San Andreas, CA
Job Type: Limited Term - P/T No Benefits
Job Number: 2026-00057
Department: Library
Division: Library - Literacy Program
Opening Date: 08/05/2026
Closing Date: Continuous
Position Description
DEFINITION AND DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
Under direct supervision of the County Librarian, the Bookmobile & Outreach Coordinator provides library outreach services for the Calaveras County community. This position assists in planning and coordination of operations and activities of the County's Library Bookmobile, oversees the accessibility of library materials and information to the community, VIA various stops and programming.
Example of Duties
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
The following duties are typical for this classification. Incumbents may not perform all of the listed duties and/or may be required to perform additional or different duties from those set forth below to address business needs and changing business practices.

• Drives, operates, and ensures the proper maintenance and servicing of the Bookmobile;
• Maintains bookmobile collection areas through acquisitions, processing, weeding, and understanding what book mobile clientele want;
• Collaborates with the County Librarian, creates and maintains the Bookmobile schedule; Coordinates scheduled stops in accordance with community needs;
• Rotate the bookmobile inventory on a set schedule defined by observations and circulation reports;
• Sorts, shelves and files various library materials accurately according to library classification systems;
• Runs circulation statistics reports on an as needed or requested basis;
• Maintains a comfortable library atmosphere for all library users - keep all areas sharp, tidy, and free of distractions;
• Serves as an advocate for bookmobile and outreach patrons. Encourage adults to use library resources and participate in programs;
• Provides readers' advisory services and resources to patrons of all ages;
• Performs general circulation routine as appropriate: check in, check out, renewals, etc;

• Works scheduled hours on the Bookmobile and at the Main library (may be asked to act as a substitute for other staff as necessary);
• Maintains proficiency with library technology and equipment, including troubleshooting problems and light maintenance of library equipment (printers, laptops, hotspots, etc);
• Works with other library staff to conduct and market basic computer instruction for the public in the library or bookmobile;
• Participate in library meetings, seek opportunities to learn new things, keep skills and library resource knowledge up-to-date, and follow current trends in services for all ages;
• Collaborates with the County Librarian in developing a vision, goals, and plans for bookmobile services in Calaveras County;
• Collaborates with the County Librarian in developing partnerships and collaborative programming with other organizations in the County;
• Plan, prepare, and present programs for all ages with help and input from fellow staff and community partners;
• Purchases, organizes, and maintains outreach programming materials in an organized manner;
• Professionally represents the library at community events such as parades, Farmer's Markets, school stops, etc.

Minimum Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
The following generally describes the knowledge and ability required to enter the job and/or be
learned within a short period of time in order to successfully perform the assigned duties.
Knowledge of:

• Safe driving practices applicable to transportation of clients and other personnel.
• Geography of Calaveras County;
• Basic command of the English language;
• Numerical and alphabetical filing systems;
• Use of a computer keyboard to enter and retrieve information from a library computer system

Skill and Ability to:

• Drive a large vehicle of at least 18,000 pound G.V.W. capacity;
• Establish and maintain cooperative relations with the public and co-workers
• Communicate effectively with the public, both in person and on the telephone
• Learn library procedures, including check in/out materials
• Register patrons
• Process and mend library materials
• Sort and shelve library materials accurately
• Follow written and oral instructions
• Type accurately
• Interpret Library procedures for the public
• Perform clerical work of average difficulty which is not usually reviewed for technical details
• Identify computer input errors
• Troubleshoot and perform routine equipment maintenance
• Drive safely and skillfully
• Stock bookmobile

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
All candidates must possess a valid California Motor Vehicle Operator's license and a good driving record.
Equivalent to graduation from high school and one year of general clerical experience that included public contact and the equivalent of 6 months' recent experience driving a vehicle of at least 18,000 pound gross vehicle weight (G.V.W.) capacity. demonstrated understanding of library functions
Special Requirements
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of an appropriate California driver's license issued by the State Department of Motor Vehicles.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
This class description lists the major duties and requirements of the job and is not all-inclusive. Not all duties are necessarily performed by each incumbent. Incumbents may be expected to perform job-related duties other than those contained in this document and may be required to have specific job-related knowledge and skills.
Service Employees International Union Local 1021
For available Health/Dental/Vision insurance please visit the County Please note that Extra-hire positions that are benefitted, are only offered our CORE medical plan and are not offered dental or vision.
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• Down Payment Assistance, up to 5.5% of the Total Mortgage Loan.
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• Variety of Mortgage Loan options (FHA, VA, USDA and Conventional Mortgage Loans).
• No first-time homebuyer requirement to qualify.
• Flexible guidelines: Minimum FICO 640; Maximum DTI 50%.
• Flexible income limits, up to moderate income levels; no income limits for FHA and VA.

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Boot Allowance: $150 or $175 per year and is distributed once a year, in the first full pay period in the month of December. Qualifying Classifications: Registered EH Specialists, EH Techs, OSS Engineers, Fleet Manager, Junior Engineer, Mechanic series, Sheriff's Mechanic, Public Works Inspector, Road Maintenance Worker series, Integrated Waste Worker series, AG Techs, and AG Biologists, and Recycling Program Coordinator I/II, Permit Tech I/II, Engineering Tech I/II assigned to the Rock Creek Landfill facility, and Air Pollution Control Tech.
Uniform Allowance: $600 per calendar year split into monthly payments. Payments will be made monthly on the second pay check. Qualifying classifications: Custodian series, facility maintenance worker series, facilities maintenance engineer.
Extra-Hire:
Extra-hire employees are not eligible for step advances, vacation, seniority rights, holiday pay or other certain employee benefits. They are entitled to 24 hours of sick leave per year and eligilbe for the county's CORE Medical plan but not eligible for dental or vision insurance.
Vacation days:
0 - 3 complete years = 80 hours per year.
After 6 months you can take your first week.
3 - 10 complete years = 120 hours per year
10 years+ = 160 per year
Holidays: 14 paid holidays per year.
Life Insurance through ReliaStar: $50,000.00 County paid. After 65 years of age, pays out 65%, after 70 years of age ReliaStar pays out 32.5%.
Sick Leave: 12 days annual sick leave accrual with unlimited accumulation.
Sick leave is accrued at 3.69 hours for each full 80 hours of payroll period.
60 hours of sick leave can be used for immediate family, parent spouse, child or sibling.
Merit: After successfully completing twenty-six (26) pay periods, a 3.5% merit increase may be granted. Merit increases may be granted annually thereafter to the top step.
Probation Period: New employees remain in a probationary status for 26 pay periods..
Longevity Incentives @ 2.5% for each of the following:

• 5.5 years (if hired before March 28, 2005)
• 6 years
• 10 years
• 15 years
• 20 years
• 25 years

Bi-Lingual pay: $75 per month for specific approved job classifications.
Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Medical Reimbursement - Max contribution of $2,500 annually
Flexible Spending: Pre-Tax Dependent Care Account - Max contribution of $5,000 annually
Section 125 Plan: Additional insurance is available through the Section 125 plan and may be purchased from a representative during open enrollment or by appointment when they are on-site.
AFLAC
Heart & Stroke Insurance
Cancer Insurance
Accident Insurance
Universal Life Insurance
Short Term Disability Insurance
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CALPERS RETIREMENT INFORMATION:
CalPERS:
CLASSIC MEMBERS: 2% at 55
PEPRA MEMBERS: 2% at 62
Extra-Hire's will be enrolled into Public Agency Retirement System (PARS) unless you are already a member of CalPERS.
Additional Retirement Plan:
The County offers a 457 Government plan. Employees can contribute u to this deferred compensation plan (Pre or Post Tax options). The County utilizes VALIC.
Participating employees will receive a County paid match of up to $50 a month.
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1. This position requires driving an 18,000 lb. vehicle. Do you have an issue fulfilling this requirement?

• Yes
• No

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2. Please describe any Library work experience you have. If you do not have Library experience, describe any customer service or other relevant experience.
Required Question