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Application deadline: Tuesday, July 1, 2025 at 10:00am Tentative interview date: Thursday, July 24, 2025
The staff of the Paso Robles City Library is dedicated to connecting library users with information and resources. Our mission is to be a welcoming community hub where excellent information-seeking experiences ignite discovery and learning. From locating the next great read, to connecting you to fun new learning opportunities, we are ready to help!

Library Staff Assistants are an integral part of day-to-day operations of the library responsible for a variety of support and customer service activities. Evening and weekend hours are required. This is a part-time position that is generally scheduled 16-18 hours per week.

About Paso Robles

Nestled in the heart of California’s scenic Central Coast, Paso Robles—short for El Paso de Robles, or “The Pass of the Oaks”—offers a unique blend of small-town charm, natural beauty, and modern opportunity. Originally founded around its famous mineral hot springs and rich agricultural heritage, Paso Robles has grown into a dynamic and thriving community. The region enjoys a Mediterranean climate with warm, sunny days and cool evenings, ideal for both outdoor living and agricultural innovation. With its rolling hills, majestic oak trees, and panoramic vineyard views, Paso Robles provides a truly inspiring setting for work and life.

Paso Robles’ central location within San Luis Obispo County offers residents easy access to a wide array of cultural, educational, and recreational attractions. Just a short 30-minute drive south lies California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo (Cal Poly), a nationally ranked institution known for its hands-on learning and innovation. This proximity fosters strong connections to cutting-edge research, continuing education, and a highly educated talent pool. To the west, scenic Highway 1 leads to the iconic Hearst Castle in San Simeon, a historic landmark that draws visitors from around the world with its stunning architecture and sweeping coastal views. Within the county, residents can also enjoy the vibrant coastal towns of Morro Bay, Cambria, and Pismo Beach, as well as the eclectic energy of downtown San Luis Obispo. From wine tasting and hiking to art galleries, surf spots, and farmers’ markets, San Luis Obispo County offers an exceptional quality of life.

Today, Paso Robles is best known as a premier wine region, home to over 200 wineries producing world-class Zinfandels, Cabernet Sauvignons, and Rhône varietals. But wine is just the beginning. The city boasts a vibrant downtown filled with boutique shopping, award-winning restaurants, and a bourgeoning local arts scene. Cultural highlights include the Paso Robles Wine Festival, California Mid-State Fair, and a variety of community events that bring residents together year-round. A wide array of housing options, good schools, a welcoming business environment, and proximity to outdoor destinations make it an ideal place to live and work. Whether you’re a young professional, a growing family, or someone looking to make a lifestyle change, the City of Paso Robles offers the perfect balance of opportunity, community, and California charm.

The Organization

The City of Paso Robles was incorporated in 1889 as a general law city and operates under the Council-Manager form of government. As of January 1, 2025, the City's population has grown to approximately 31,061, reflecting consistent growth over recent years as more residents are drawn to the City's high quality of life, strong community identity, and comprehensive municipal services.

The City is a full-service municipality, meaning it provides a wide range of essential public services directly to its residents. These include police and fire protection, emergency medical response, water and wastewater utilities, parks and recreation, planning and development services, public works, and community enrichment programs. The City is committed to delivering responsive, effective, and efficient services that enhance the well-being of its residents and support a safe, sustainable, and vibrant community.

The governing body consists of a five-member City Council: the Mayor, elected at large by the voters of the City; and four Councilmembers elected by district. Voters also elect one City Treasurer at-large. All six elected positions are non-partisan. The City Manager, appointed by the City Council, serves as the Chief Executive Officer and is authorized to appoint all non-elected employees, with the exception of the City Attorney.

The City operates with a total annual budget of $145.7 million for fiscal year 2025-26 and employs 314.44 full-time equivalent positions across the departments of Administrative Services, City Manager’s Office, Community Development, Community Services, Fire and Emergency Services, Police, Public Works, and Utilities.

The Community Services Department is comprised of the Parks and Trails, Library Services, Recreation Services, and Homeless Services divisions with a total of 38.11 FTEs. The Library Services Division is comprised of a City Librarian, Children's Services Librarian, Outreach Services Librarian, Adult Services Librarian, Technical Services Librarian, Circulation and Volunteer Coordinator, two Administrative Assistants and 11 part-time Staff Assistants.


Incumbents perform support services duties in a variety of areas including, but not limited to:

• Circulation Desk: Check books in and out, issue library cards and computer guest passes, sign patrons up for use of the study room, and answer telephones
• Reference Desk: Assist customers with information needs and book selection, place holds on library materials, perform internet and library database searches, oversee printing and photocopying, and shelve books
• Children's Area: Assist children with research needs, shelve books, create bulletin board displays, assist children’s librarian with programs, and answer telephones
• Outreach Services: Assist in the promotion of community awareness of library services by providing library services in neighborhoods, parks, schools, early learning centers, senior living facilities, at community events, and other locations across the City

Knowledge of:

• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to the public, representatives of other agencies, and City staff, in person and over the telephone
• Standard office administrative practices and procedures, including the use of standard office equipment
• Records management principles and practices
• Business math and proper English usage
• Policies and procedures of the City and library
• Rules, laws, and codes of safe practices governing libraries
• Techniques, materials, and supplies used in a library

Ability to:

• Demonstrate attention to detail and keep accurate records
• Work accurately, independently, and against deadlines
• Communicate effectively with others from diverse socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Organize and maintain resource materials and records, prioritize work, and handle a variety of activities simultaneously
• Implement and prepare off-site community events, including moving full carts of books, setting up tables and shade tents
• Establish and maintain effective and cooperative working/customer relationships
• Compose correspondence, reports, forms, etc. from brief instructions
• Oversee groups of program and facility users
• Maintain facilities and furniture settings in the library
• Use initiative within established guidelines

Education and Experience
Equivalent to graduation from high school and either one year of related work experience in a library, office, or classroom setting, or as an intern in an accredited college/university graduate school program.

English/Spanish bilingual and biliterate proficiency, as well as strong customer service experience, are both desirable.

Licenses and Certifications
Must possess a valid California Class C driver license and have a satisfactory driving record.

Physical Demands
Must possess sufficient strength to regularly lift and carry objects weighing up to 10 pounds frequently, and up to 25 pounds occasionally; sufficient force to push or pull heavy carts for up to five minutes at a time; and bend and reach to retrieve items.

Other Requirements:
Work is primarily indoors with heating and cooling regulated in a general office environment. During some assignments, such as outreach services, employees may be exposed to outdoor weather conditions and extreme heat and cold.

Candidates must submit a completed employment application by July 1, 2025, at 10:00 am . This is a confidential recruitment and will be handled accordingly throughout the various stages of the process. Candidates should be aware that references will not be contacted until mutual interest has been established.

Applications will be reviewed for accuracy, completeness, and job-related qualifications. A limited number of persons whose applications clearly demonstrate they most closely meet the requirements may be invited to participate in the selection process, which may be any combination of written, oral, and/or performance exams. All statements made in the application materials are subject to verification. False statements will be cause for disqualification or discharge.

Appointment is subject to successfully passing a background and criminal history check. Before starting work, applicants must present documentation of their identity, authorization to work in the United States and a DMV driving record. The City of Paso Robles participates in E-Verify (more information can be found at www.PRCity.com/HR ). Following appointment, a 12-month probationary period will be required as the final phase of the appointment process.

The email address you provide on the City application will be the primary means of communication the City will use to contact you regarding your application and this recruitment. If you have questions regarding the application process, please contact Human Resources at (805) 227-7234, or by email at Jobs@PRCity.com.

All persons employed by the City of Paso Robles are designated as disaster service workers as defined in the California Government Code section 3100 and 3101.

The City of Paso Robles provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The provisions of this bulletin do not constitute a contract.

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