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Los Angeles County is hiring : LIBRARIAN III in Los Angeles

Los Angeles County is hiring : LIBRARIAN III in Los Angeles

MediabistroLos Angeles, CA, United States
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Exam Number

Q8336Q

Type of Recruitment

We encourage applications from everyone.

Filing Period

The application filing period will begin on May 20, 2025, at 8 : 00 a.m. (PT) – Continuous.

The application window may close unexpectedly once we have enough qualified candidates.

Why work for us?

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, including 4 Bookmobiles, 6 MakMo's (maker mobiles), 3 Reading Machines (early literacy vehicles), and 2 mobile outreach vehicles.

LA County Library seeks to attract and retain a high performing and diverse workforce in which employees’ differences are respected and valued to better meet the varying needs of the diverse customers we serve. The library fosters a diverse and inclusive work environment that promotes collaboration, flexibility, and fairness, so that all individuals are able to participate and contribute to their full potential.

Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits! Click Here for more details on employee benefits .

The team member we are searching for :

Directs the operations of a medium-sized community library or performs more difficult and specialized library work.

Works under the general supervision of higher-level librarians, Assistant Library Administrator or Library Administrator, and either : 1) have immediate charge of a of a medium-sized community library including the supervision of lower level professional and / or paraprofessional and clerical staff; 2) direct the operation of a library resource center with specialized ethnic and cultural materials; 3) perform the more difficult and specialized library work on system-wide children's programs; 4) serve as the second-in-charge at the West Hollywood Library, including managing specialized youth and adult library programs and services, and supervising lower-level professional and paraprofessional staff.

Incumbents in this class exercise independent judgment and apply knowledge of library science theories, principles, and techniques to perform assignments; and demonstrate awareness of local community trends and issues the impact library services. In addition, incumbents must possess specialized professional expertise in their assigned area; be able to make presentations and provide individual and group instruction and use current technology to perform librarian duties. Supervisory positions must also apply their knowledge of supervisory principles, relevant Memoranda of Understanding, departmental policies, rules, and regulations, and library locations and services.

Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

All Positions

Provide individual and group instruction on the proper use of library technology and resources.

May research grant programs, write funding applications and assist in coordinating activities of a grant program.

Maintains records and prepares reports or grant proposals, as advised.

Implements policies and procedures.

Serves on committees to develop programs, policies, procedures, and training.

Act in-charge of one or more community libraries, as needed.

Community Libraries

Directs the operations of a medium-sized community library or serves as second-in-charge of the West Hollywood Library, supervising designated library staff; interprets and communicates library policies and procedures to staff and customers; analyzes customer needs to deliver responsive services; serves as a liaison with local officials, groups, and agencies; and coordinates activities, volunteer groups and maintains a safe and clean facility.

Maintains a strong, ongoing relationship with County / city officials, community organizations, schools, and other agencies to address all matters related to library services; clarify department policies and procedures and foster effective communication and cooperation between the community and the library.

Plans marketing strategies to promote department programs and activities to the community.

Fosters and maintain positive public relations to promote library programs and services.

Public Services Administration

Directs a library resource center that features a specialized collection of ethnic, cultural, economic, or public service print and non-print library materials; plans and provides specialized reference services related to the center's collection for library customers; engages with the community served by the special collection, plans events that showcase the collection and addresses community needs.

Serves as departmental specialist responsible for securing, evaluating and supervising performers for children's programs across the department; assists in planning and coordinating children's programs, including Summer's Reading Program, annual Performer's Showcase, bookmark contests, collaborative programs and other outreach programs; prepare book lists and resource materials; assist with staff training in programming and performer hiring; and monitor the children's programming budget.

Requirements To Qualify :

To qualify for this position, applicants must have a Master of Library Science degree from an accredited college or university

  • and meet one of the following :

Option I : One year directing the operations of a small community library at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian II

Option II : One year performing specialized professional library services in a specialty area, such as youth, adult or technical services at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian II

Option III : Two years performing professional library services in areas such as youth, adult, or technical services at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian I

License :

A valid California Class Driver License or the ability to use an alternate method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

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.

Special Requirement Information :

No Out-Of-Class or Withholds are allowed for this examination.

  • To receive credit for your education, include a legible copy of your official diploma, official transcripts, or letter / certificate from an accredited institution within seven (7) days of filing your application. The document should show the date the degree was conferred and be in English; if it is in a foreign language, it must be translated and evaluated for equivalency to U.S. standards. For more information on our standards for education documents, please visit : https : / / file.laconty.gov / SDSInter / dhr / 070812_PPG123.pdf and https : / / file.lacounty.gov / SDSInter / dhr / 205105_PPG_123_ACE_Resource_Guide.pdf .If you are unable to attach the required document(s) to your application at the time of filing, you must email the required document(s) within seven (7) calendar days from the date of application submission to libraryexams@library.lacounty.gov . Please reference your full name, exam title, and exam number on the email subject line. Unofficial transcripts will NOT be accepted to meet the educational requirement.
  • We do not accept password-protected documents. Ensure documents are unlocked before attaching to your application or sending to the exam analyst.

  • For a full description of LA County's Librarian II classification, refer to class specification Item #8335 .
  • A small community library is defined as a public library established under state enabling laws or regulations to serve the community, district, or regio n and provides at least the following :

  • An organized collection of printed or other library materials, or a combination thereof.
  • Employs one (1) - two (2) full-time professional and para-professional staff.
  • A predetermined schedule outlining when staff services are available to the public .
  • The facilities necessary to support such a collection, staff, and schedule, and is supported in whole or in part with public funds.
  • For a full description of LA County's Librarian I classification, refer to class specification Item #8334 .
  • Assessment Process

    Once we have identified that you meet our requirements, an invitation regarding the following assessment processes will be sent.

    This assessment will consist of a structured oral interview, weighted 100%. The oral interview will assess knowledge and understanding of the position, supervision, interpersonal relationships, problem solving, and oral communications skills.

    The passing score for the assessment is 70%.

    Eligibility and Vacancy Information

    Applications will be processed as they are received and added to the register accordingly.

    Candidates who passed the assessment are placed on the register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months. We will use this register to fill vacancies in LA County Library as they occur.

    Special Information

    Available Shift : Appointees will be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, and weekends.

    Application and Filing Information :

    We only accept applications filed online. Applications submitted by U.S. Mail, Fax, or in person will not be accepted. Apply online by clicking the green Apply button at the top right of this posting. This website can also be used to get application status updates.

    Please fill out the application completely. Provide relevant job experience including employe's name and address, job title, beginning and end dates, number of hours worked per week, and description of work performed.

    We may verify information included in the application at any point during the examination and hiring process, including after an appointment has been made. Falsification of information could result in refusal of application or rescission of appointment. Copying verbiage from the Requirements or class specification as your work experience will not be sufficient to demonstrate meeting the requirements. Doing so may result in an incomplete application and may lead to disqualification.

    We will send notifications to the email address provided on the application, so it is important that you provide a valid email address. If you choose to unsubscribe or opt out from receiving our emails, it is possible to view notices by logging into govermentjobs.com and checking the profile inbox. It is every applicant's responsibility to take steps to view correspondence, and we will not consider claims of missing notices to be a valid reason for re-scheduling an exam part. Register the blow domains as approved senders to prevent email notification from being filtered as span / junk mail :

  • libraryexams@library.lacounty.gov
  • noreply@governmentjobs.com
  • info@governmentjobs.com
  • mandrade@library.lacounty.gov
  • lcontreras@library.lacounty.gov
  • cgarcia@library.lacounty.gov
  • It is your responsibility to take the above steps to view correspondence. Los Angeles County will not consider claims of not viewing or receiving notification to be a valid reason for late test administration or rescheduling of a test component.

    New email addresses need to be verified. This only needs to be done once per email address and can be done at any time by logging in to govermentjobs.com and following the prompts. This is to improve the security of the online application and to prevent incorrectly entered email addresses.

    Social Security Number : Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number, so include yours when applying.

    No Sharing of User ID and Password : All applicants must file their application online using their own user ID and password. Using a family member's or friend's login information may erase a candidate's original application record.

    Computer & Internet Access at Public Libraries : For candidates who may not have regular access to a computer or the internet, applications can be completed on computers at public libraries throughout Los Angeles County. Refer to their website for updated information at Library Locator – LA County Library .

    Anti-Racism, Diversity, and Inclusion (ARDI) : The County of Los Angeles recognizes and affirms that all people are created equal and are entitled to all rights afforded by the Constitution of the United States. LA County Library is committed to promoting Anti-racism, Diversity, and Inclusion efforts to address the inequalities and disparities amongst races. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.

    Testing accommodation : If you require an accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the assessment process, contact the Testing Accommodations Coordinator at libraryexams@library.lacounty.gov . We require a completed Request for Reasonable Accommodation form as well as supporting documentation from a qualified professional justifying the request. The sooner you contact us, the sooner we can respond and keep you moving through the process.

    Department Contact Information : Lizette Contreras, lcontreras@ibrary.lacounty.gov

    Testing Accommodation Phone : (562) 940-8434

    Teletype Phone : (562) 940-8477

    California Relay Services Phone : (800) 735-2922

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