Orange County CA
Salary : $84,968.00 - $114,462.40 Annually
Location : Orange County
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 2404SM-1225-012 (O)
Department: OC Community Resources
Opening Date: 12/03/2025
Closing Date: 12/18/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
CAREER DESCRIPTION
LIBRARIAN II
SALARY INFORMATION
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
OPEN TO THE PUBLICThis recruitment is being held to establish an eligible list to fill current and future Librarian II vacancies within OC Community Resources/OC Public Libraries. The eligible list established may also be used to fill similar and lower-level classifications throughout the County of Orange.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment will close on
Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 11:59 PM (PT).
OC PUBLIC LIBRARIES
is a network of community libraries located in your neighborhood or as near as your computer. Our 29 public branches in 23 cities and unincorporated areas of the County of Orange, as well as a branch for residents of Orangewood Children's Home provide library services to residents throughout the county. OC Public Libraries provides safe and easy access to libraries for the community, offers a broad spectrum of materials in multiple formats, provides the community with the best access to the collection, and delivers knowledgeable, friendly, and experienced staff to support the information needs of the community. OC Public Libraries is a Division of OC Community Resources (OCCR).
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Librarian II oversees, manages, and plans the day-to-day operations of a Tier 1 or 2 Branch, or acts as second in command of a Tier 4 Library. This position may also supervise a unit of technical services or evaluate and select library materials. The Librarian II manages branch personnel and oversees branch budget, collection development, program planning, community needs assessment/awareness, and public relations. In addition, they contribute to the goals of system-wide planning and program committees.
OC Public Libraries may require employees to work weekends, evenings, and to rotate to various locations. Schedules will be changed on a case-by-case basis.
Areas of assignment for these positions include:
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
In addition to the experience and education stated in the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will demonstrate extensive experience, knowledge, and ability in the following core competencies:
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
Click to view the minimum qualifications for the Librarian II.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the minimum and/or desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.
Recorded Structured Oral Interview | rSOI (Weighted 100%)
The rSOI is a timed oral interview conducted virtually through an online vendor. Applicants will be asked a series of structured questions designed to elicit the applicant's qualifications for the job. All applicant responses will be video recorded so that they can be evaluated against pre-determined criteria by a panel of job knowledge experts. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Veterans Employment PreferenceThe County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please clickto review the policy.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
Questions? For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Jamiee Lang at Jamiee.Lang@occr.ocgov.com.
EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer,
encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
Click for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
01
Which of the following best describes your experience and education that would qualify you for the Librarian II classification? Your application should support the information you provide below.
NOTE: It is required to attach proof of education (unofficial transcripts, degree copy, etc.) to your application to be considered. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES.)
02
This question will be utilized to selectively refer candidates by location of employment assignments after the eligible list has been established.
Please check all that apply. Of the area(s) listed below, please indicate your preferred work locations.
Please note: Selection of preferred locations is for assignment consideration only and does not guarantee placement in any specific area.
03
Please check all that apply. Of the area(s) listed below, please indicate those in which you have professional work experience and your preference.
04
Please describe your experience in each of the area(s) you indicated above as it relates to public library services/programs. Your response for each selection should include your employer, job title, level of responsibility, and length of time in the position.
Required Question
Location : Orange County
Job Type: Full-Time Regular
Job Number: 2404SM-1225-012 (O)
Department: OC Community Resources
Opening Date: 12/03/2025
Closing Date: 12/18/2025 11:59 PM Pacific
CAREER DESCRIPTION
LIBRARIAN II
SALARY INFORMATION
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.
OPEN TO THE PUBLICThis recruitment is being held to establish an eligible list to fill current and future Librarian II vacancies within OC Community Resources/OC Public Libraries. The eligible list established may also be used to fill similar and lower-level classifications throughout the County of Orange.
DEADLINE TO APPLY
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment will close on
Thursday, December 18, 2025, at 11:59 PM (PT).
OC PUBLIC LIBRARIES
is a network of community libraries located in your neighborhood or as near as your computer. Our 29 public branches in 23 cities and unincorporated areas of the County of Orange, as well as a branch for residents of Orangewood Children's Home provide library services to residents throughout the county. OC Public Libraries provides safe and easy access to libraries for the community, offers a broad spectrum of materials in multiple formats, provides the community with the best access to the collection, and delivers knowledgeable, friendly, and experienced staff to support the information needs of the community. OC Public Libraries is a Division of OC Community Resources (OCCR).
THE OPPORTUNITY
The Librarian II oversees, manages, and plans the day-to-day operations of a Tier 1 or 2 Branch, or acts as second in command of a Tier 4 Library. This position may also supervise a unit of technical services or evaluate and select library materials. The Librarian II manages branch personnel and oversees branch budget, collection development, program planning, community needs assessment/awareness, and public relations. In addition, they contribute to the goals of system-wide planning and program committees.
OC Public Libraries may require employees to work weekends, evenings, and to rotate to various locations. Schedules will be changed on a case-by-case basis.
Areas of assignment for these positions include:
- Branch Services
- Bibliographic Services (Collection Development, Acquisition, and Cataloging)
- Managing and directing a branch library, ensuring effective and efficient overall operations, and responsive library services to the general public.
- Supervising, training, mentoring, and reviewing, either directly or through subordinate supervisors, professional, paraprofessional, clerical, extra help, and volunteer staff.
- Overseeing facility maintenance and efficient use of the branch public space, shelving, and service desk.
- Managing branch or system-wide materials acquisition and collection development, which may include participating in system-wide collection development in order to meet the needs of the communities that OCPL serves.
- Planning, preparing, and organizing effective publicity materials to promote library programs and services.
- Engaging with branch Friends of the Library support groups and acting as Ex-Officio Board Member; participating in budget planning and expenditure of Friends' revenues.
- Working in concert with community groups and city officials to facilitate local projects, promote library services, and develop networks with local stakeholders, as well as serving on a variety of internal OCPL committees established to identify, clarify and formulate uniform policies and procedures.
- Planning and developing programs to acquire, distribute and enhance specialized collections to serve the needs of the local community.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
In addition to the experience and education stated in the minimum qualifications, the ideal candidate will demonstrate extensive experience, knowledge, and ability in the following core competencies:
TECHNICAL EXPERTISE
- Applying principles and modern methods of library science and public business administration include organization, budgetary preparation, and control of branch collections.
- Utilizing computer programs such as Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, library databases, and the integrated library system (ILS).
- Conducting research, maintaining statistical records, completing reports, and effectively using email for business purposes.
- Developing and implementing innovative library programs and services such as Story Times, Book Clubs, Craft Clubs, Film Discussions, Career Workshops, Summer Reading programs, Teen programs, guest speakers, author events, etc.
- Leading and empowering library staff to deliver effective, high-quality library service.
- Providing library staff and volunteers with training and guidance in the procedures and practices of a public library.
- Evaluating and supervising staff and volunteers; assigning duties, establishing work procedures and schedules, and reviewing the work of subordinate library staff.
- Analyzing patron requests to determine needed information and assist in furnishing or locating that information.
- Maintaining positive public relations through communication and promotion of the library's values, services, accomplishments, and needs to all stakeholders.
- Demonstrating the impact and value of the library to the community through ongoing evaluation and assessment of library services.
Click to view the minimum qualifications for the Librarian II.
RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Human Resource Services (HRS) screens all application materials for minimum and/or desirable qualifications. After screening, applicants who meet the minimum and/or desirable qualifications will be referred to the next step in the recruitment process. All applicants will be notified via email of their status in the process.
Recorded Structured Oral Interview | rSOI (Weighted 100%)
The rSOI is a timed oral interview conducted virtually through an online vendor. Applicants will be asked a series of structured questions designed to elicit the applicant's qualifications for the job. All applicant responses will be video recorded so that they can be evaluated against pre-determined criteria by a panel of job knowledge experts. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list.
Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.
Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.
Veterans Employment PreferenceThe County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please clickto review the policy.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
EMAIL NOTIFICATION
Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.
NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.
Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.
Questions? For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Jamiee Lang at Jamiee.Lang@occr.ocgov.com.
EEO INFORMATION
Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer,
encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.
Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System
Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
Click for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.
01
Which of the following best describes your experience and education that would qualify you for the Librarian II classification? Your application should support the information you provide below.
NOTE: It is required to attach proof of education (unofficial transcripts, degree copy, etc.) to your application to be considered. Official transcripts will be required at the time of hire. Foreign degrees require an evaluation of U.S. equivalency by an agency that is a member of the National Association of Credential Services (NACES.)
- A Master of Library Science degree or a Master of Library and Information Science degree or equivalent from an American Library Association (or similar foreign agency) accredited college or university AND two (2) years of work experience in a library environment that demonstrates the possession of the required knowledge and abilities
- One (1) year of experience as a County of Orange Librarian I
- None of the above
02
This question will be utilized to selectively refer candidates by location of employment assignments after the eligible list has been established.
Please check all that apply. Of the area(s) listed below, please indicate your preferred work locations.
Please note: Selection of preferred locations is for assignment consideration only and does not guarantee placement in any specific area.
- Aliso Viejo
- Brea
- Costa Mesa Donald Dugan
- Costa Mesa Mesa Verde
- Cypress
- Dana Point
- El Toro
- Foothill Ranch
- Fountain Valley
- Garden Grove Chapman
- Garden Grove Main
- Garden Grove Tibor Rubin
- La Habra
- La Palma
- Ladera Ranch
- Laguna Beach
- Laguna Hills
- Laguna Niguel
- Laguna Woods
- Library of the Canyons
- Los Alamitos/Rossmoor
- Outreach Services/Santa Ana
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- San Clemente
- San Juan Capistrano
- Library Headquarters/Santa Ana
- Seal Beach
- Stanton
- Tustin
- Villa Park
- Westminster
- All of the above
03
Please check all that apply. Of the area(s) listed below, please indicate those in which you have professional work experience and your preference.
- Branch Services
- Bibliographic Services (Collection Department, Acquisition, and Cataloging)
04
Please describe your experience in each of the area(s) you indicated above as it relates to public library services/programs. Your response for each selection should include your employer, job title, level of responsibility, and length of time in the position.
Required Question