LIBRARY ASSOCIATE (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) - CENTRAL COUNTY AREA

Position/Program Information

EXAM NUMBER

Q8325Z

TYPE OF RECRUITMENT

We encourage applications from anyone.

FILING PERIOD

The application filing period will begin October 6, 2025, at 12:30 p.m. (PT).

Filing will be suspended after the first 200 applications are received or by October 9, 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 seeks to attract and retain a highly 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 contribute to their full potential.
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.

THE TEAM MEMBER WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We're excited to welcome dedicated and motivated individuals to join us as Library Associates in the Central County Area! This temporary part-time job is a wonderful opportunity to be part of an innovative library system while making a meaningful impact on the community.

BENEFIT INFORMATION

Employees can qualify for the County Medical Plan and Pension Savings Plan for part-time, temporary employees.
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Essential Job Functions

Duties will include, but are not limited to:

Processes library materials for customers, including check-in and check-out procedures.

Registers new customers (borrowers) in accordance with established specialized protocols.

Explains and enforces library policies and procedures.

Provides information and answer questions from the public regarding library rules, including fines, fees, and material location, etc.

Operates office equipment, including computers and performs other incidental duties in a small office setting.

Assists in shelving and moving materials.

Prepares and processes outgoing and incoming delivery shipments as vital, including packing and unpacking.

Provides support for various tasks and special projects, as needed.

Requirements

Requirements to Qualify: Three (3) months' experience in a public customer-facing role, such as sales, food service, reception, or a similar position involving direct interaction in person, by phone, or online.

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 public library** by performing tasks such as sorting & arranging books and other materials; serving library customers; maintaining supplies; inspecting books and materials for cleanliness and/or repairs; setting up library premises for special events, programs, and meetings; assisting with facility opening and closing procedures; maintaining the overall orderliness of library facilities.

Special Requirement Information:
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, we must receive a legible copy of your official transcript from an accredited institution within seven (7) calendar days after application submission. The document should demonstrate the number of library courses you have completed, bear the college seal and state "official and/or copy" issued by the school's Registrar's Office, 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 educational documents, please visit: https://file.lacounty.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).

Official transcripts must be attached to your application or emailed to LibraryExams@library.lacounty.gov within seven (7) calendar days after application submission.

We do not accept password-protected documents. Please ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

**A public library, is a publicly funded and officially recognized institution, established by a government entity or accredited educational institution that provides free and equitable access to informational, educational, cultural, and recreational resources and services for all members of the public within a designated geographical area. Public libraries operate with formal authorization and public accountability, and this definition excludes informal, private, or volunteer-only libraries.

Veteran's Credit: If you are a veteran, you may be eligible for Veteran’s Credit, which can add an additional 10 points to a passing score. To apply, please submit a legible copy of your DD214. You can attach it to your application or email it to LibraryExams@library.lacounty.gov . Submitting your DD-214 promptly helps ensure smooth and timely processing.

Additional Information

Our Assessment Process: This assessment will consist of a Training & Experience (T&E) evaluation, weighted 100%, which reviews your education and experience. As part of your application, you will be asked questions related to the assessment in the supplemental questionnaire section. We will evaluate you based on your responses to the questionnaire.

Eligibility Information: A standardized scoring system is used to assign scores for the assessment. The passing score is 70%. Candidates who pass are placed on a list in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months.

SPECIAL INFORMATION
Available Shift: This position offers a flexible schedule with a minimum of 20 hours per week, typically in shifts of 4 hours, which may include evenings, nights, and weekends.

Vacancy Information: The list of successful candidates from this examination will be used to fill temporary/part-time vacancies within the Los Angeles Central County which includes the following libraries:

Montebello Area
Central Regional Office - 1550 West Beverly Blvd., Montebello, CA 90640

Chet Holifield - 1060 South Greenwood Avenue, Montebello, CA 90640

Montebello - 1550 West Beverly Blvd., Montebello, CA 90640

Los Nietos - 8511 Duchess Drive, Whittier, CA 90606

Pico Rivera - 9001 Mines Ave., Pico Rivera, CA 90660

Rivera - 7828 S. Serapis Avenue, Pico Rivera, CA 90660

Sorensen - 6934 Broadway Avenue, Whittier, CA 90606

East Los Angeles Area

East Los Angeles - 4837 East 3rd St., Los Angeles, CA 90022

Chicano Resource Center - 4837 East 3rd Street, Los Angeles, CA 90022

Anthony Quinn - 3965 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90063

City Terrace - 4025 East City Terrace Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90063

El Camino Real - 4264 East Whittier Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90023

Rosemead Area

Rosemead - 8800 Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770

Asian Pacific Resource Center - 8800 Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770

San Gabriel - 500 South Del Mar Avenue, San Gabriel, CA 91776

Temple City - 5939 Golden West Avenue, Temple City, CA 91780

Huntington Park Area

Huntington Park - 6518 Miles Avenue, Huntington Park, CA 90255

American Indian Resource Center - 6518 Miles Avenue, Huntington Park, CA 90255

Bell - 4411 East Gage Avenue, Bell, CA 90201

Bell Gardens - 7110 S. Garfield Avenue, Bell Gardens, CA 90201

Cudahy - 5218 Santa Ana Street, Cudahy, CA 90201

Maywood Cesar Chavez - 4323 East Slauson Avenue, Maywood, CA 90270

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 governmentjobs.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 below 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 persons 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@library.lacounty.gov
Testing Accommodation Phone: (562) 940-8434
Teletype Phone: (562) 940-8477
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922

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Closing Date/Time: 10/9/2025 5:00 PM Pacific

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