Position/Program Information
EXAM NUMBER
Q8325W
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 contribute to their full potential.
BENEFIT INFORMATION
Employees can qualify for the County Medical Plan and Pension Savings Plan for part-time, temporary employees.
Click Here for more details on employee benefits .
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 enforce 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
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.
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:
A C Bilbrew Library
Alondra Library
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library
Artesia Library
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library
Compton Library
East Rancho Dominguez Library
Florence Library
George Nye, Jr. Library
Graham Library
Hawaiian Gardens Library
Hollydale Library
La Mirada Library
Leland R. Weaver Library
Lynwood Library
Norwalk Library
Paramount Library
South Whittier Library
Willowbrook 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
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: Maria Andrade, mandrade@library.lacounty.gov
Testing Accommodation Phone: (562) 940-8434
Teletype Phone: (562) 940-8477
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/ .
Testing Accommodations For Applicants
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/ .
Fair Chance
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov .
Revised January 2025
EXAM NUMBER
Q8325W
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 contribute to their full potential.
BENEFIT INFORMATION
Employees can qualify for the County Medical Plan and Pension Savings Plan for part-time, temporary employees.
Click Here for more details on employee benefits .
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 enforce 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.
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) .
- 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.
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:
A C Bilbrew Library
Alondra Library
Angelo M. Iacoboni Library
Artesia Library
Clifton M. Brakensiek Library
Compton Library
East Rancho Dominguez Library
Florence Library
George Nye, Jr. Library
Graham Library
Hawaiian Gardens Library
Hollydale Library
La Mirada Library
Leland R. Weaver Library
Lynwood Library
Norwalk Library
Paramount Library
South Whittier Library
Willowbrook 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
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: Maria Andrade, mandrade@library.lacounty.gov
Testing Accommodation Phone: (562) 940-8434
Teletype Phone: (562) 940-8477
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
Employment Information
Any language contained in the job posting supersedes any language contained below.
This document is intended to provide general information about the recruitment process of the County of Los Angeles. Applicants with questions about a specific job posting should contact the exam analyst listed on the posting.
Equal Employment Opportunity/Non-Discrimination Statement
The County of Los Angeles is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to non-discrimination in the County workforce, regardless of age (40 and over); ancestry; color; ethnicity; religious creed; protected family or medical leave status; disability; marital status; medical condition; genetic information; military and veteran status; national origin; race ; sex; gender; sexual orientation; or any other characteristic protected by State or federal law. For more information, please visit: https://employee.hr.lacounty.gov/eeo-programs/ .
Testing Accommodations For Applicants
The County of Los Angeles complies with all federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application process, please contact the testing accommodation coordinator listed on the job posting. Hearing impaired applicants with telephone teletype equipment may leave messages by calling the teletype phone number on the job posting. For more information on accommodations, please visit: https://hr.lacounty.gov/accessibility/ .
Fair Chance
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except as otherwise permissible under applicable laws, you will not be asked to provide information about conviction history unless you receive a conditional offer of employment. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct and adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and will also consider potential mitigating factors, which may include, but is not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with County Fair Chance Policies and the Fair Chance Act (Gov. Code Section 12952).
Employment Eligibility
Final appointment is contingent upon verification of U.S. citizenship or the right to work in the United States.
Career PathFinder
Resources to help current and prospective employees plan a career with Los Angeles County are available. To explore career paths to and from nearly all job titles, please visit our interactive Career PathFinder application at http://career-pathfinder.hr.lacounty.gov .
Revised January 2025
