LIBRARY ASSOCIATE (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) - CENTRAL COUNTY AREA Job at Los Angeles

Overview

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 are 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.

Benefits

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

For more details on employee benefits, please click the link in the original posting.

Duties and responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Process library materials for customers, including check-in and check-out procedures.
• Register new customers (borrowers) in accordance with established 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.
• Operate office equipment and perform other incidental duties in a small office setting.
• Assist in shelving and moving materials.
• Prepare and process outgoing and incoming delivery shipments as needed, including packing and unpacking.
• Provide support for various tasks and special projects, as needed.

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 standing or walking 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 courses in Library Technology or Library Science.
• Experience supporting the daily operations of a public library by performing tasks such as sorting and 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.

Educational documentation: To receive credit for your education, a legible copy of your official transcript must be provided within seven (7) calendar days after application submission. Transcripts should be in English or translated/evaluated for equivalency. See the original posting for details.

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.

Veteran's Credit: Eligible veterans may receive an additional 10 points. Submit a legible copy of your DD214 to LibraryExams@library.lacounty.gov.

Our Assessment Process: The assessment will consist of a Training & Experience evaluation weighted 100%. You will answer questions related to the assessment in the supplemental questionnaire. Your responses will be evaluated.

Eligibility Information: A standardized scoring system is used to assign scores. The passing score is 70%. Successful candidates are placed on a list for twelve (12) months.

SPECIAL INFORMATION

Available Shift: Flexible schedule with a minimum of 20 hours per week, typically in 4-hour shifts, including evenings, nights, and weekends.

Vacancy Information: The list of successful candidates will be used to fill temporary/part-time vacancies within the Los Angeles Central County area, including the following libraries:

• Montebello Area: Central Regional Office, Chet Holifield, Montebello branch, Los Nietos, Pico Rivera, Rivera, Sorensen
• East Los Angeles Area: East Los Angeles, Chicano Resource Center, Anthony Quinn, City Terrace, El Camino Real
• Rosemead Area: Rosemead, Asian Pacific Resource Center, San Gabriel, Temple City
• Huntington Park Area: Huntington Park, American Indian Resource Center, Bell, Bell Gardens, Cudahy, Maywood Cesar Chavez

Application and Filing Information

We only accept online applications and they must be received before 5:00 p.m., PT on the last filing day. Do not submit via U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person. Apply online by clicking the Apply button at the top right of this posting. This site also provides application status updates.

Please fill out the application completely with relevant job experience, including employer name, address, job title, dates, hours per week, and a description of work performed. The County may verify information at any point during the examination and hiring process. Falsification could result in disqualification.

Notifications will be sent to the email address provided. If you do not see notices, you may view correspondence by logging into governmentjobs.com. Add the following domains to approved senders to prevent email from being filtered as spam: 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 must be verified. This is to enhance online application security.

Social Security Number: Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number. Include yours when applying.

No Sharing of User ID and Password: Each applicant must file online using their own user ID and password.

Computer & Internet Access at Public Libraries: If you lack regular access, you can complete applications at public libraries. See the Library Locator for LA County.

Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI): LA County Library supports ARDI and is committed to promoting equality in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

Department Contact Information: Lizette Contreras, LibraryExams@library.lacounty.gov; Testing Accommodation Phone: (562) 940-8434; Teletype: (562) 940-8477; California Relay Services: (800) 735-2922