County of Los Angeles is hiring: LIBRARIAN IV in California

Position Overview

LA County Library, one of the largest and most innovative library systems in the United States, is seeking a qualified individual for a Group II level community library position. The incumbent will have immediate charge of a community library or coordinate a regional specialized library service or department‑wide special service program.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise a team of professional, paraprofessional and clerical staff at a Group II level community library.
• Coordinate, develop and monitor the delivery of library services for a region, including youth and adult programming, summer reading, Internet services and emerging literacy initiatives.
• Evaluate and select materials to support the department’s collection development and budget planning.
• Oversee complex technical services functions such as cataloging, materials management, processing, financial control, contracts and vendor relations.
• Prepare reports, maintain records, interpret library policies, and serve as liaison with county/city officials, community organizations and educational partners.
• Provide instructional instruction in library technology and resources to staff and patrons.

Qualifications

• Option I: Master of Library Science from an accredited institution & 1 year of experience as a Librarian III in a Group III community library (≥2 professional staff).
• Option II: Master of Library Science from an accredited institution & 2 years of experience as a Librarian II in a Group IV community library (≥1–2 professional staff).
• Valid California Class “C” driver license or equivalent transportation method.
• Physical ability to stand, walk and lift moderate weights, perform repetitive tasks, and work irregular surfaces.

Benefits

• Flexible benefit plans – monthly benefit allowance for pre‑tax or after‑tax benefits.
• Robust retirement package – contributory defined benefit plan with county matching up to 4% of salary.
• Generous maternity, family leave, and 13 paid holidays per year.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive public‑sector benefits.

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. The County complies with the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, sworn to include all applicants in a fair, merit‑based process, and promotes Anti‑Racism, Diversity and Inclusion (ARDI) and Fair Chance initiatives across all hiring practices.