LIBRARY AIDE (NON-CAREER) - LEARNING GUIDE

LIBRARY AIDE (NON-CAREER) - LEARNING GUIDE

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LIBRARY AIDE (NON-CAREER) - LEARNING GUIDE

Salary

$17.46 Hourly

Location

City of Long Beach, CA

Job Type

Unclassified - Part-Time, Seasonal

Job Number

LS26-003

Department

Library Services - (UC)

Opening Date

10 / 10 / 2025

Closing Date

10 / 24 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Pacific

Description

Benefits

Questions

DESCRIPTION

The Library, Arts and Culture Department has 2 (two) immediate openings for an unclassified, part-time, LIBRARY AIDE (NON-CAREER) - LEARNING GUIDE for the Family Learning Centers (FLC) Program. Family Learning Centers offer drop-in homework help, homework support materials, and computer-based learning to enrich student study skills and develop parent participation and support. Under the direction of a supervising Librarian, Learning Guides contribute to making libraries across the City a welcoming environment while providing educational enrichment.The incumbents will work out of one of the Branch library locations or the Main Library.

Non-Career employees are allowed a maximum of 1600 work hours over 12 months and are considered temporary, at-will employees who are not typically eligible for benefits. However, non-career employees may qualify for health coverage and sick leave accruals subject to applicable federal and state provisions. The incumbent in this position will typically work 18 to 24 hours per week.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Assist students with homework assignments and improving educational skills;
• Assist patrons with job search skills and resume preparation;
• Respond to general library inquiries regarding resources and services;
• Assist patrons with the use of public computers and devices;
• Assist with preparation and maintenance of program paperwork, data entry, monthly reports and statistics, as required;
• Maintain discipline and good behavior in the library, particularly within the FLC;
• Prepare for, assist with, and attend mandatory training sessions for Learning Guides;
• File, sort and shelve books and other library materials in the FLC;

Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS TO FILE

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

A valid driver's license or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel, may be required for some assignments.

DESIREABLE QUALIFICATIONS

Bilingual in English and Spanish.

SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL DEMONSTRATE

Ability to exercise professionalism by combining tact, patience, and a personable demeanor.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

This recruitment will close at11 : 59 PM Pacific Time on October 24, 2025.To be considered, please submit an online application, including a cover letter and resume in PDF format. Applications that fail to include all necessary documents will be considered incomplete and will not be taken into consideration.

Applications will be reviewed for depth and breadth of experience, and for level and relatedness of education. The most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in further selection procedures. The selected candidate may be required to go through a background check and a physical examination prior to appointment. For questions regarding this recruitment, please call (562) 570-7126.

The City of Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce. The City of Long Beach is committed to creating a workplace where every employee is valued for who they are. Having our workforce reflect the diversity of our community at various levels of the organization is a continuous goal embraced by our departments, management staff, and policymakers. To support efforts of fairness and diversity, City Leadership is committed to incorporating equity and inclusion into our work by supporting staff and community partners. We are committed to promoting transparency by publishing updated demographic information for employees, including workforce diversity data and pay by race and gender.

The City of Long Beach will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to theCalifornia Fair Chance Act. You are not required to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until you receive a conditional job offer. If the City of Long Beach has concerns about a conviction that is directly related to the job after making a conditional job offer and conducting a background check, you will have the opportunity to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide evidence to mitigate concerns, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. Find out more about the Fair Chance Act by visiting https : / / calcivilrights.ca.gov / fair-chance-act

The City of Long Beach intends to provide reasonable accommodations in accordance with theAmericans with Disabilities Act of 1990. If a special accommodation is desired, or if you would like to request this information in an alternative format, please call (562) 570-7126.

The City of Long Beach is committed to maintaining fairness and transparency in our hiring practices. We believe in providing equal opportunities to all applicants and ensuring that every applicant is evaluated based on their qualifications and merit. If you believe that you have been unjustly disqualified based on minimum qualifications for an unclassified job opportunity, you have the right to appeal the decision. Find out more about theUnclassified Applicant Appeal Process by visiting Applicant Appeal Process (longbeach.gov) (https : / / www.longbeach.gov / hr / about-us / talent-acquisition / applicant-appeal-process / ) .

In support of the City's Language Access Policy, bilingual skills (Spanish, Khmer and / or Tagalog) are desirable for positions interacting with the public. This information is available in an alternative format by request at the agency contact on the bulletin. If a special accommodation is desired, please contact the agency two (2) business days prior to the test, if applicable.

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INSTRUCTIONS : The purpose of these supplemental questions is to derive more specific information about the qualifications of applicants for this position. Applicants must clearly demonstrate their qualifying experience. These questions will serve as the basis for qualifying candidates for advancement into the the selection process. Do you understand the information in the statement above?

Yes

No

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MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS : Do you have experience equivalent to six months of full-time clerical experience involving significant amounts of alphabetical and numerical filings?

Yes, I have six months of full-time clerical experience involving significant amounts of alphabetical and numerical filings.

No, I do not have six months of full-time clerical experience involving significant amounts of alphabetical and numerical filings.

03

Are you able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing, follow both verbal and written directions, and to type 20 net words per minute?

Yes, I am able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing, follow both verbal and written directions, and to type 20 net words per minute.

No, I am not I am able to effectively communicate both orally and in writing, follow both verbal and written directions, and to type 20 net words per minute.

04

Do you have the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and maneuver book trucks?

Yes, I have the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and maneuver book trucks.

No, I do not have the ability to lift up to 40 pounds and maneuver book trucks

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Are you willing to work part-time and irregular schedules, including evenings and weekends?

Yes, I am willing to work part-time and irregular schedules, including evenings and weekends.

No, I am not willing to work part-time and irregular schedules, including evenings and weekends.

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Do you have a valid driver's license or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation for field travel? May be required for some assignments.

Yes, I have a valid driver's license.

No, I do not have a valid driver's license but I have the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation.

No, I do not have a valid driver's license or the ability to arrange necessary and timely transportation.

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DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS : Do you have a high school diploma or equivalency?

Yes

No

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Please describe your experience, paid or voluntary, tutoring Kindergarten through Grade 12. If you do not have experience enter N / A.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION : Do you have any relatives employed by the City of Long Beach?

Yes

No

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If you have any relatives that work for the City of Long Beach, please indicate their name, department, position title and relationship. If none, please write N / A.

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REQUIRED ATTACHMENTS NOTICE : I understand that required documents, such as resumes, cover letters, degrees, or transcripts, must be uploaded to my online application in PDF format at the time of filing. I also understand that any proofs submitted must contain either my name or other identifying characteristics on the form, that proof of education for academic degrees must indicate degree conferral, and that proof of education for degrees or units outside the United States must include proof of educational equivalency.

Yes

No

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CERTIFICATION STATEMENT : I hereby certify that all information provided in my online application, including the Supplemental Questionnaire, is true and complete to the best of my knowledge. I acknowledge that the department may contact my current and past employers or educators to verify the information that I have provided in my application. I understand that any falsification or omission of material facts disqualifies me from further consideration for this recruitment. To certify the above statement, please type your full name below.

Required Question

Employer

City of Long Beach

Department

Library Services - (UC)

Address

200 W. Broadway

Long Beach, California, 90802

Phone

(562) 570-6944

Website

https : / / www.governmentjobs.com / careers / longbeach

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