LIBRARY ASSOCIATE (TEMPORARY/PART-TIME) - EAST COUNTY AREA Job at L.A. County Li

EXAM NUMBER: Q8325Y

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.

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.

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.

THE TEAM MEMBER WE ARE LOOKING FOR: We're excited to welcome dedicated and motivated individuals to join us as Library Associates in the East 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.

DUTIES: 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 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.

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 East County which includes the following libraries:

West Covina Area

• East Regional Office - 1601 West Covina Parkway, West Covina, CA 91790
• Gateway Bookmobile - 1601 West Covina Parkway, West Covina, CA 91790
• East Bookmobile - 1601 West Covina Parkway, West Covina, CA 91790
• West Covina - 1601 West Covina Parkway, West Covina, CA 91790
• Sunkist - 840 North Puente Avenue, La Puente, CA 91746
• Baldwin Park - 4181 Baldwin Park Blvd., Baldwin Park, CA 91706

Walnut Area

• Diamond Bar - 21800 Copley Dr., Diamond Bar, CA 91765
• Rowland Heights - 1850 Nogales St., Rowland Heights, CA 91748
• Walnut - 21155 La Puente Road, Walnut, CA 91789

Duarte Area

• Duarte - 1301 Buena Vista Street, Duarte, CA 91010

El Monte Area

• El Monte - 3224 Tyler Avenue, El Monte, CA 91731
• Norwood - 4550 North Peck Road, El Monte, CA 91732
• South El Monte - 1430 North Central Ave., South El Monte, CA 91733
• Live Oak - 22 W. Live Oak Ave., Arcadia, CA 91007

Glendora-North Pomona Area

• Charter Oak - 20540 Arrow Highway, Suite K, Covina, CA 91724
• Claremont Helen Renwick - 208 N. Harvard Ave., Claremont, CA 91711
• La Verne - 3640 D. Street, La Verne, CA 91750
• San Dimas - 145 North Walnut Avenue, San Dimas, CA 91773

Hacienda Heights/City of Industry Area

• Hacienda Heights - 16010 La Monde St., Hacienda Heights, CA 91745
• La Puente - 15920 East Central Avenue, La Puente, CA 91744

Los Angeles County Library is an equal opportunity employer.