City of Irvine, CA is hiring : Part-time Library Associate I in Irvine

Salary : $52,000.00 - $77,001.60 Annually

Location : Irvine, CA

Job Type : Part-Time

Job Number : 4010

Department : Community & Library Services

Opening Date : 10 / 16 / 2025

Closing Date : 10 / 30 / 2025 5 : 00 PM Pacific

Description

The City of Irvine seeks collaborative and innovative individuals to take a key customer service role in the development of Irvine's new, locally operated, and world-class public library system. The Part-time Library Associate I, under direct supervision, performs a variety of library clerical, technical, and customer service tasks.

If you are experienced in assisting library customers in the use of library services and technology, and are excited about the prospect of joining an organization that values people and community, the Part-time Library Associate I could be an excellent opportunity for you!

Part-time Hourly Range

Library Associate I - $25.00 - $37.02 Hourly

Your Impact

• Assist library customers in the use of library services and technology; perform lending services functions, such as checking in / out materials, and registering new patron accounts.
• Handle money for fees or other purposes.
• Assist with interpreting library policies and procedures for customers; maintain confidentiality of customer records.
• Respond to customers regarding general and routine directional inquiries and refer customers to appropriate resources and staff.
• Assist with collection maintenance as directed.
• As directed, assist with the supervision of facility rentals and enforce rules applicable to that reservation.
• Hours may include evenings and weekends.
• Find additional information in the Part-time Library Associate I job description.

Minimum Qualifications

Best Fit

Your Team

The Mission of the Employees of the City of Irvine is to create and maintain a community where people can live, work, and play in an environment that is safe, vibrant, and aesthetically pleasing. We are one team that exists to serve our community in the continual pursuit of a City that offers an exceptional quality of life. The City of Irvine's five values of Humility , Innovation , Empathy , Passion , and Integrity reflect the interests and needs of the community, and the level of service they expect and desire. We are One Irvine through embrace of a team-oriented approach by living our values every day.

The provides exceptional service, innovative programs, and diverse cultural experiences in vibrant and sustainable spaces. The department consists of the following award-winning programs and services : Human Services; Community Parks, Outreach and Open Space; Athletics, Aquatics, Arts, Great Park Operations, and Attractions; Reservation, Program Services; Irvine Animal Care Center; Administrative Services; and the new Irvine Public Library System.

The Process

The selection process will include an examination and a background investigation prior to appointment. This recruitment may establish an eligibility list to fill future positions in similar and / or lower classifications within the organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Irvine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. We encourage you to inform Human Resources at least two business days prior to the first phase of the selection process if you have a disability that may require an accommodation.

01

How many years of experience do you have in customer service roles?

02

How many years of experience do you have working in a public library?

03

Please describe your experience and prior job duties working in a public library. If no experience, enter "NA".

04

Please indicate your highest level of education completed :

05

Why do you want to work for the Irvine Public Library?

06

Share an example of a time when you delivered exemplary front-line service when resolving a customer or patron concern.

07

Are you a member of CalPERS by previous employment? This means you have funds on deposit or service credit with CalPERS. This position is budgeted for enrollment in the PARS retirement system and is excluded from CalPERS membership. For questions regarding membership status, please contact CalPERS at 888-225-7377.

Required Question