County of Ventura is hiring: Fixed Term Librarian in California

Description

Under general supervision, performs professional library work involving reference assistance, readers' advisory, public contact and program coordination.

The Position

Ventura County Library is committed to lifelong learning as well as building partnerships with agencies serving marginalized communities. This position is responsible for providing library services to incarcerated youth and young adults at the Juvenile Facilities in a two-year pilot project that began on July 1, 2025. The facility is a modern detention and commitment complex located in the unincorporated area of Ventura County near the community of El Rio, serving incarcerated youth and young adults, ages 12 to 24. More information about Juvenile Facility can be found on the Ventura County Probation Agency website: Ventura County Probation Agency Website.

Distinguishing Characteristics: Positions in this class perform journey level work providing professional library services.

PAYROLL TITLE: Librarian

EDUCATIONAL/BILINGUAL INCENTIVE: Incumbents may be eligible for an educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill.

Librarian is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation.

TENTATIVE SCHEDULE

OPENING DATE: Wednesday, July 23, 2025

CLOSING DATE: Friday, September 05, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.

(Previously: Continuous and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications to meet business needs.)

REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS: Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis beginning the week of July 28, 2025.

Examples Of Duties

• Schedules and conducts programming to follow recommendations by the Probation Agency, based on the needs, interests, and availability of incarcerated youth and young adults, as outlined in Juvenile Title 15 Minimum Standards and best practices identified by the Office of Juvenile Justice Delinquency Prevention Programs.
• Oversees daily operations and acts as a librarian in charge of the on-site library space to ensure effective library services, and supervision of library support staff and volunteers.
• Selection, cataloguing, processing, and maintenance of the collection and materials.
• Provides librarian services including reference, reader's advisory, educational support, research and literature appreciation.
• Creates partnerships to ensure the needs are met for incarcerated youth and young adults.
• Maintains records, collects statistics and submits regular reports.
• Collaborates with Probation Agency staff, library leadership and external partners to support library goals.
• Participates in training and professional development to enhance library services.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Typical Qualifications

These are entrance requirements to the examination process and assure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.

Education, Training, And Experience

Comprehensive experience in library operations which has led to the acquisition of the required knowledge, skills, and abilities which can also be obtained by the equivalent to completion of a Master\'s degree in library service.

Necessary Special Requirements

• Must be willing and able to work evenings and weekends
• Knowledge of library terminology, practices, policies and procedures
• Must be able to pass background check and security clearance to work in the detention facility
• Must adhere to terms of the contract and policies of Ventura County Probation Agency

DESIRED

• A Master\'s degree in Library Science
• Bilingual Skills (English/Spanish)
• Professional work experience in a library program
• Works well with diverse population
• Works independently and exhibits maturity and good judgment
• Deals with people in a manner that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism
• Experience using Microsoft Office and Canva
• Understanding of the organization of library materials
• Experience working in law enforcement, jails or the courts

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Thorough Knowledge Of

• Library methods, techniques and procedures
• Library automation, audiovisual materials and methods
• Basic reference methods
• Principles and techniques used in bibliographic research
• Best practices in education for incarcerated youth and young adults

Ability To

• Work effectively with high-risk diverse populations in a criminal justice setting
• Work independently
• Exhibit maturity, and good judgement dealing with people that shows sensitivity, tact, and professionalism

Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Canva

Recruitment Process

FINAL FILING DATE: Applications must be received by the County of Ventura, Human Resources in Ventura, California, no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 05, 2025.

(Previously: This is a continuous recruitment and may close at any time; therefore, apply as soon as possible if you are interested in it. Your application must be received by County of Ventura Human Resources in Ventura, California no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date.)

To apply online, please refer to our website at www.ventura.org/jobs. A paper application can be obtained by calling (805) 654-5129. Our address is County of Ventura Human Resources, 800 South Victoria Avenue, L-1970, Ventura, CA 93009.

Note: If presently permanently employed in another "merit" or "civil service" public agency/entity in the same or substantively similar position as is advertised, and if appointed to that position by successful performance in a "merit" or "civil service" style examination, then appointment by "Lateral Transfer" may be possible. If interested, please click here for additional information.

Note to Applicants: Sufficient information must be provided under the Education/Work Experience portion of the application and supplemental questionnaire to thoroughly and accurately demonstrate your qualifications to determine eligibility. A resume may be attached to supplement your responses in the above sections; however, it may not be submitted in lieu of the application.

Supplemental Questionnaire

All applicants are required to complete and submit the questionnaire for this examination at the time of filing. The supplemental questionnaire may be used throughout the examination process to assist in determining each applicant's qualifications for the position. Failure to complete and submit the questionnaire may result in the application being removed from consideration. It is highly recommended that the supplemental questions within the application are completed with care and diligence. Responses such as "See Resume" or "Refer to Resume" are not acceptable and may disqualify an applicant from further evaluation.