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Job Description
Position/Program Information
EXAM NUMBER
Q8325X
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
We encourage applications from anyone.
FILING PERIOD
The application filing period will begin July 15, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. (PT).
Filing will be suspended after the first 200 applications are received or by July 17, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. (PT), whichever occurs first. Applications received after the first 200 will not be considered.
WHY CHOOSE TO WORK FOR US?
LA County Library serves 3.4 million residents across 3,000 square miles through its 86 libraries, 4 Cultural Resource Centers, and mobile fleet of 15 vehicles, including 4 Bookmobiles, 6 MakMo's (maker mobiles), 3 Reading Machines (early literacy vehicles), and 2 mobile outreach vehicles.
LA County Library seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. The library fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility, and fairness, so that all individuals are able to participate and give to their full potential.
BENEFIT INFORMATION
Employees can qualify for the County Medical Plan and Pension Savings Plan for part-time, temporary employees.
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THE POSITION
This a part-time hourly position that reports to a permanent staff member and performs routine library-related clerical duties related to library operations in a community, specialized, regional, or headquarters library. We are looking for some who can take initiative and make independent judgment within established procedural and policy limits.
Essential Job Functions
What You'll Be Doing:
Process library materials for customers, including check-in and check-out procedures.
Register new customers (borrowers) in accordance with established specialized protocols.
Explain and implement library policies and procedures.
Provide information and answer questions from the public regarding library rules, including fines, fees, and material location, etc.
Operate office equipment, including computers and performs other incidental duties in a small office setting.
Assist in shelving and moving materials.
Prepare and process outgoing and incoming delivery shipments as vital, including packing and unpacking.
Provide support for various tasks and special projects, as needed.
Requirements
Requirements to Qualify:
At least three (3) months of experience in a customer-facing role, such as sales, food service, reception, or a similar position that involves direct customer interaction.
Age: At least 18 years of age.
Physical Class III - Moderate: This class requires that the incumbent stand or walk most of the time with bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, reaching, working on irregular surfaces, occasional lifting of objects weighing over 25 pounds, and frequent lifting of 10-25 pounds.
Desirable Qualifications:- Successful completion of one or more accredited college or university* course(s) in Library Technology or Library Science.
- Experience supporting the daily operations of a community library** by performing tasks such as assorting & arranging books and other materials; serves library customers; maintains supplies; inspects books and materials for cleanliness and/or repairs; sets up library premises for special events, programs, and meetings; assists with facility opening and closing procedures; maintains the overall orderliness of library facilities.
Special Requirement Information:
We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.
No Out-Of-Class or Withholds are allowed for this examination. Required experience must be met at the time of application filing.
*To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of your official diploma, official transcripts, or letter/certificate from an accredited institution within seven (7) calendar days of submitting your application. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for education documents, please visit: https://file.laconty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/070812_PPG123.pdf (Download PDF reader) and https://file.lacounty.gov/SDSInter/dhr/205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf (Download PDF reader) .
If you are unable to attach the required document(s) to your application, you must email the required document(s) within seven (7) calendar days of submitting your application to libraryexams@library.lacounty.gov . Please reference your full name, exam title, and exam number on the email subject line. Unofficial transcripts will NOT be accepted to meet the educational requirement.
**A community library is defined as a public library established under state laws or regulations to serve a community, district, or region and provides at least the following:- An organized collection of printed or other library materials, or a combination of both
- Paid staff
- A predetermined schedule that outlines when staff services are available to the public
- The necessary infrastructure, staffing, and scheduling to support such a collection
- It is funded entirely or partially with public funds.
Veteran's Credit: If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for veteran’s credit, which is an additional 10% of the total points added to a passing score. We will need a legible copy of your DD214 to review, so please submit your DD 214 as soon as possible to ensure prompt and smooth processing. You may attach the document to your application or email it to libraryexams@library.lacounty.gov .
Additional Information
Our Assessment Process: This assessment will consist of an evaluation of education and experience based upon application information and supplemental questionnaire, weighted 100%.
Eligibility Information: The assessment has a passing score of 70%, and candidates who pass are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a 12-month period.
SPECIAL INFORMATION
Vacancy Information:
The eligible list resulting from this examination will be used to fill TEMPORARY/PART-TIME vacancies in any of the following libraries:
Avalon Library
Carson Library
Culver City Julian Dixon Library
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library
Gardena Mayme Dear Library
Hawthorne Library
Hermosa Beach Library
Lawndale Library
Lennox Library
Lloyd Taber-Marina del Rey Library
Lomita Library
Manhattan Beach Library
Masao W. Satow Library
View Park Library
West Hollywood Library
Wiseburn Library
Woodcrest Library
Available Shift: The position mandates a dedication of at least 20 hours per week, with a schedule that spans evenings, nights, and weekends.
Application and Filing Information:
We only accept applications filed online and received BEFORE 5:00 p.m., PT, on the last day of filing. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green "Apply" button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.
Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employees' name and address, job title, beginning and end dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.
We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in the refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.
We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into govermentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the blow domains as approved senders to prevent email notification from being filtered as span/junk mail:- libraryexams@library.lacounty.gov
- noreply@governmentjobs.com
- info@governmentjobs.com
- mandrade@library.lacounty.gov
- lcontreras@library.lacounty.gov
- cgarcia@library.lacounty.gov
It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.
New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to governmentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email address.
Social Security Number: Federal law requires that all employed people have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.
No Sharing of User ID and Password: All applicants must file their application online using their OWN user ID and password. Using a family member or friend's user ID and password may erase a candidate's original application record.
Computer & Internet Access at Public Libraries: For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Refer to their website for updated information at Library Locator - LA County Library .
Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. LA County Library is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
Department Contact Information: Lizette Contreras, lcontreras@ibrary.lacounty.gov
Testing Accommodation Phone: (562) 940-8434
Teletype Phone: (562) 940-8477
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
For detailed information, please click here
Closing Date/Time: 7/17/2025 5:00 PM Pacific - Successful completion of one or more accredited college or university* course(s) in Library Technology or Library Science.
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