City of Los Angeles is hiring: LIBRARIAN 6152 (C) (REVISED 05-31-2024) in Los An

ANNUAL SALARY

$83,394 to $90,473; $72,537 to $106,049; $78,905 to $115,382

NOTES:

1. Candidates from the eligible list are normally appointed to vacancies in the lower pay grade positions.
2. Annual salary is at the start of the pay range. The current salary range is subject to change. Please confirm the starting salary with the hiring department before accepting a job offer.

A Librarian provides patrons of all ages with a variety of professional librarian services, including outreach and virtual/on-line resources and programs, reader guidance and book reviews, reference, selection, cataloging and maintenance of library materials to meet educational, recreational and informational needs of the community, programming to support lifelong learning, educational, and cultural interests of the community, training in technologies and library resources and services, and implementation of library technologies and virtual services.

A master's degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from a school accredited by the American Library Association.

PROCESS NOTES

1. Current students who lack 8 semester units or 12 quarter units of the educational requirement may also apply. However, they must meet the full requirement before being appointed.
2. Some positions may require a valid California driver’s license. Candidates may not be eligible for appointment to these positions if their record within the last 36 months reflects three or more moving violations and/or at-fault accidents, or a conviction of a major moving violation (such as a DUI).
3. Applicants must present proof of their master’s degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science prior to appointment.
4. Qualifying education must be from a college or university recognized by the American Library Association. A list of approved institutions can be found at http://www.ala.org/CFApps/lisdir/directory_pdf.cfm.
5. Applicants completing the exam process will be contacted by the Personnel Department to provide required proof of qualifying degree.

SELECTIVE CERTIFICATION

In accordance with Charter Section 1010 (b) and Civil Service Rule 5.31, selective certification will be used for some positions that require special skills and/or training in one or more of the following areas. Only persons possessing the following at the time of filing may be considered for appointment to fill such positions.

Some positions may require the ability to speak or write a language other than English.

Applications will only be accepted on-line on the dates listed in the "Application Deadline" section of this bulletin.

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Applications will only be accepted on-line on the following dates:

Filing Period 1: From Friday, May 26, 2023 to Thursday, June 8, 2023

Filing Period 2: From Friday, May 31, 2024 to Thursday, June 13, 2024

The examination may close without prior notice at any time after a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Examination Weights:

Essay - Advisory

Interview - 100%

The examination will consist of an on-line advisory essay and an interview. In the interview, the following competencies may be evaluated: Judgment and Decision Making; Self-Management; Stress Tolerance; Interpersonal Skills; Oral Communication; Written Communication; Computer Proficiency, including knowledge of: Microsoft Office programs; Google Suite programs; internet functions, such as how to navigate search engines, websites, video conferencing and social media platforms; e-media applications including Overdrive, Hoopla, RB Digital, and Libby; Job Knowledge, including knowledge of: public library practices and procedures, such as policies, strategic initiatives, trends, and services; reference materials; standards for selecting resources; outreach practices; and other necessary skills, knowledge, and abilities.

For candidates who apply during Filing Period 1, it is anticipated that the on-line advisory essay will be administered between MONDAY, JULY 17, 2023 and MONDAY, JULY 24, 2023.

For candidates who apply during Filing Period 2, it is anticipated that the on-line advisory essay will be administered between MONDAY, JULY 22, 2024 and MONDAY, JULY 29, 2024.

For candidates who apply during Filing Period 1, it is anticipated that interviews will begin during the period of AUGUST 28, 2023 to SEPTEMBER 8, 2023.

For candidates who apply during Filing Period 2, it is anticipated that interviews will begin during the period of AUGUST 19, 2024 to AUGUST 30, 2024.

NOTES:

1. This examination is based on a validation study.
2. As a covered entity under the Fair Employment and Housing Act and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Los Angeles does not discriminate on the basis of disability and upon request, will provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to its programs, services, and activities.
3. Applications are accepted subject to review to ensure that minimum qualifications are met.
4. A final average score of 70% is required to be placed on the eligible list.
5. You may take the Librarian examination only once every 24 months under this bulletin.
6. Your rank on the employment list may change as candidates from other administrations of the examination are merged onto one list.

AN EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

For additional information and FAQs regarding the City's hiring process, please go to: https://per.lacity.org/faqs/employment-testing-process.html