Los Angeles County
LIBRARIAN IV Job at Los Angeles County in Los Angeles
Los Angeles County, Los Angeles, CA, United States, 90079
LA COUNTY LIBRARY
REPOSTING INFORMATION
This announcement is being reposted to reopen the filing period and update posting language.
EXAM NUMBER
Q8337Q
FIRST DAY OF FILING
February 20, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
Check Out Our Outstanding Benefits!
The Position:
Has immediate charge of a Group II level community library, or coordinates a regional specialized library service or department-wide special service program; or performs highly-specialized work evaluating and selecting materials for the department's collection; or directs the performance of difficult Technical Services support functions.
Essential duties include, but are not limited to:
All Positions
Community Libraries and Regional Offices
Technical Services
Option I: A Master of Library Science degree from an accredited college or university* -AND- One year of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian III** in charge of a Group III level or equivalent size community library having at least two (2) - four (4) full-time professional and paraprofessional staff or supervising staff performing specialized professional library work.
Option II: A Master of Library Science degree from an accredited college or university* -AND- Two years of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian II*** in charge of a Group IV level or equivalent size community library having one (1) - two (2) full-time professional and para-professional staff or performing specialized professional library work.
License: A valid California Class "C" Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative 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
Out-of-class experience will not be accepted for this examination.
*In order to receive credit for the required degree, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of application filing. 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 fifteen (15) 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.
Examination Content:
This examination will consist of an oral interview covering knowledge and understanding of the position, adaptability, problem solving, interpersonal and public relations effectiveness, oral communication, and supervisory abilities weighted 100%.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
Applications will be processed on an as-received basis. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
Vacancy
The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout LA County Library.
Available Shift
Appointees will be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, and weekends.
Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO):
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment.
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 race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Applications must be filed online only. 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. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. on the last filing date.
Testing Accommodation
If you require accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the examination process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for testing accommodation.
Department Contact Name: Lizette Contreras
Department Contact Phone: 562-940-8434
Contact Email: lcontreras@library.lacounty.gov #J-18808-Ljbffr
REPOSTING INFORMATION
This announcement is being reposted to reopen the filing period and update posting language.
EXAM NUMBER
Q8337Q
FIRST DAY OF FILING
February 20, 2024, at 8:00 a.m. (PT) - Until the needs of the service are met and is subject to closure without prior notice.
TYPE OF RECRUITMENT
OPEN COMPETITIVE JOB OPPORTUNITY
LA County Library is one of the largest and most innovative library systems in the US. It offers free public resources including books, music, multimedia materials, computers and internet access and educational and recreational services to 3.4 million residents through its 85 libraries and mobile fleet of vehicles. LA County library is dedicated to reducing barriers and increasing equity and access to public services for all.
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!
Los Angeles County offers one of the strongest public-sector benefits packages in the nation.
- Flexible Benefit Plans - The County provides each employee with a monthly "benefit allowance" they can use to pay for benefits, allowing employees to choose among a variety of pre-tax and after-tax benefits.
- Robust Retirement Packages - Contributory-defined benefit plan; optional tax-deferred income plans that may include a county matching contribution up to 4% of employee's salary.
- Generous Maternity and Family Leave Benefits
- 13 paid holidays per year
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The Position:
Has immediate charge of a Group II level community library, or coordinates a regional specialized library service or department-wide special service program; or performs highly-specialized work evaluating and selecting materials for the department's collection; or directs the performance of difficult Technical Services support functions.
Positions allocable to this class work under the general supervision of an Assistant Library Administrator or Library Administrator, and either: 1) have immediate charge of a Group II level community library including the supervision of lower-level professional, and/or paraprofessional and clerical staff; 2) have responsibility for developing, coordinating, and supervising youth or adult library services for a region; 3) coordinate a highly-specialized department-wide special service program, such as Emergent Literacy, Teen Services and Internet Services; 4) perform highly-specialized library work evaluating and selecting materials to be added to the department's collection; 5) perform the more difficult department-wide technical support functions, Financial Control, Cataloging, Materials Management and Processing, which includes the supervision of professional and/or paraprofessional and clerical staff.
Essential duties include, but are not limited to:
All Positions
- Conducts individual and may conduct group instruction in the proper use of Library technology and resources and the development of professional staff/succession planning.
- Research grant programs, write funding applications, and assist in coordinating activities of a grant program.
- Maintains records and prepares reports, as directed.
- Implements policies and procedures.
- Serve on committees to develop programs, policies, procedures, and training as needed.
Community Libraries and Regional Offices
- Directs the operations of a Group II level community library including the supervision of assigned library personnel; interprets library policies and procedures to staff and to customers; analyzes customer needs in order to provide responsive library services; serves as a liaison with local officials, groups, and agencies; coordinates the activities of volunteer groups; and maintains a safe, clean, and orderly facility.
- Has primary responsibility for maintaining a continuing relationship with County/city officials, community organizations, schools and other agencies on all matters concerning library services; clarifies department policies and procedures, and promotes good communications and a cooperative relationship between the community and Library.
- Develops strategies to market department programs and activities to the public and community.
- Promotes and maintains public relations for Library programs, services or activities, such as preparing articles announcing Library activities for community newspapers.
- Coordinates youth library programs and services for a region; orders and selects juvenile books for libraries in their region; coordinates summer reading programs and other regional activities; coordinates outreach activities for all ages; manages program budgets; trains regional personnel on methods of service delivery; may assist the Children's Book Evaluator in department-wide purchases.
- Coordinates adult library programs and services for a region; manages program budgets, trains regional personnel on methods of service delivery; approves program activity publicity; serves as technology consultant on library-oriented technology.
- Acts in-charge of more than one community library as needed.
Technical Services
- Directs the operation of Materials Management including the ordering, receiving and copy cataloging of library materials in all formats; and coordinates system-wide periodical subscriptions and serials management.
- Directs the operation of Financial Control and Contracts including assisting in the development of bid specifications with various vendors, invoicing, fund management, and vendor performance compliance.
- Directs the operation of complex and original cataloging and classification of library materials in various formats and languages; oversees quality control of the catalog database; reviews, develops and implements cataloging policies and procedures to comply with current national standards and local needs.
- Directs the operation of the Processing Section including adding item records to the database and physical processing and coordinating of the delivery of library materials in all formats and languages; receives and verifies deliveries of library materials from vendors; arranges repair of library materials using outside vendors; functions as systems administrator for vendor title source accounts; and evaluates and selects miscellaneous library supplies for Technical Services and community libraries.
Option I: A Master of Library Science degree from an accredited college or university* -AND- One year of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian III** in charge of a Group III level or equivalent size community library having at least two (2) - four (4) full-time professional and paraprofessional staff or supervising staff performing specialized professional library work.
Option II: A Master of Library Science degree from an accredited college or university* -AND- Two years of experience at the level of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian II*** in charge of a Group IV level or equivalent size community library having one (1) - two (2) full-time professional and para-professional staff or performing specialized professional library work.
License: A valid California Class "C" Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative 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
Out-of-class experience will not be accepted for this examination.
*In order to receive credit for the required degree, you MUST include a legible copy of the official diploma, official transcripts, or official letter from the accredited institution which shows the area of specialization at the time of application filing. 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 fifteen (15) 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.
Examination Content:
This examination will consist of an oral interview covering knowledge and understanding of the position, adaptability, problem solving, interpersonal and public relations effectiveness, oral communication, and supervisory abilities weighted 100%.
ELIGIBILITY INFORMATION:
Applications will be processed on an as-received basis. The names of candidates receiving a passing grade on the examination will be placed on the eligible register in the order of their score group for a period of twelve (12) months following the date of promulgation.
Vacancy
The resulting eligible register for this examination will be used to fill vacancies throughout LA County Library.
Available Shift
Appointees will be required to work any shift, including evenings, nights, and weekends.
Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO):
The County of Los Angeles is a Fair Chance employer. Except for a very limited number of positions, you will not be asked to provide information about a conviction history unless you receive a contingent offer of employment.
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 race. We support the ARDI Strategic Plan and its goals by improving equality, diversity, and inclusion in recruitment, selection, and employment practices.
APPLICATION AND FILING INFORMATION
Applications must be filed online only. 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. You can also track the status of your application using this website. Applications must be received before 5:00 p.m. on the last filing date.
Testing Accommodation
If you require accommodation to fairly compete in any part of the examination process, you will be given the opportunity to make a request when completing your application. Please note, you may be required to submit documentation from a qualified medical provider or other qualified professional to support your request for testing accommodation.
Department Contact Name: Lizette Contreras
Department Contact Phone: 562-940-8434
Contact Email: lcontreras@library.lacounty.gov #J-18808-Ljbffr