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CAREER DESCRIPTION

LIBRARIAN IV

SALARY INFORMATION
Salary may be negotiable within the range listed above, based on position requirements and successful candidate's qualifications, subject to appropriate authorization.

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
This recruitment is being held to establish an Open Eligible list to fill current and future Librarian IV positions throughout OC Community Resources. This recruitment may also be used to fill positions in similar and/or lower-level classifications.

DEADLINE TO APPLY
Qualified applicants are encouraged to apply immediately, as the recruitment will close on
Thursday, May 14 , 2026, at 11: 59 p.m. (PT.)

THE COUNTY
The County of Orange is a regional service provider and planning agency whose core businesses include public safety, public health, environmental protection, regional planning, public assistance, social services and aviation. Click here for more information.

OC COMMUNITY RESOURCES (OCCR)
OC Community Resources is a multi-faceted department comprised of OC Animal Care, OC Community Services, OC Housing, OC Parks and OC Public Libraries. Click here for more information.

OC PUBLIC LIBRARIES (OCPL)
OC Public Libraries is a network of community libraries located in your neighborhood or as near as your computer. Our 29 public branches in 23 cities and unincorporated areas of the County of Orange, as well as a branch for residents of Orangewood Children's Home provide library services to residents throughout the county. OC Public Libraries provides safe and easy access to libraries for the community, offers a broad spectrum of materials in multiple formats, provides the community with the best access to the collection, and delivers knowledgeable, friendly, and experienced staff to support the information needs of the community. OC Public Libraries is a Division of OC Community Resources (OCCR).

THE OPPORTUNITY
The Librarian IV oversees, manages, and plans the day-to-day operations of a Tier 4 Branch, the bibliographic services unit at Library Headquarters, or the Training Department, which services staff in all 29 of OC Public Libraries' branches. Incumbents will supervise and lead library staff and direct all activities within their assigned unit. They ensure that staff provide responsive customer service to patrons, manage personnel and oversee budgets, collection development, program planning, community needs assessment/awareness, and public relations. Librarian IV is distinguished from other Branch Librarian classes by its responsibility to support systemwide programs. They also manage the operations of branches with large collections, high circulation, and a large staff cohort or departments that service the OCPL system. In addition, incumbents contribute to the goals of system-wide planning and program committees often in leadership roles.

Areas of assignment for these positions are:

• Branch Services
  • Duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
    • Manage and direct a Tier 4 branch library, ensuring effective and efficient overall operations, and responsive library services to the general public.
    • Select, train, mentor and review work of staff, either directly or through subordinate supervisors, professional, paraprofessional, and volunteer staff.
    • Oversee efficient use of the branch public space, shelving, and service desk.
    • Manage branch materials acquisition and collection development, which may include participating in system-wide collection development in order to meets the needs of the communities that OCPL serves.
    • Oversee branch-specific budgets.
    • Plan, prepare, and organize effective publicity materials to promote library programs and services.
    • Work with branch Friends of the Library support groups and act as Ex-Officio Board Member; participate in budget planning and expenditure of Friends' revenues.
    • Partner and establish relationships with community groups and city officials, promote library services, and develop networks with local stakeholders.
    • Serve on a variety of internal OCPL committees established to meet department goals.
    • Oversee administration of OCPL's clerical and cash handling policies, including negotiating lost and damaged item fees with patrons.
    • Plan and develop programs to collections to serve the needs of the local community.
    • Serve on a variety of internal OCPL committees.
    • Oversee the library facility by evaluating conditions, identifying safety or maintenance issues, and submitting appropriate service tickets.
    • Ensure that library staff are trained and informed on all current County and OCCR safety practices and regulations. This includes but not limited to the following:
      • Protecting the safety of public and staff
      • Training staff on best practices
      • Ensuring the library facility is routinely inspected for hazards
      • Reporting all incidents to library administration and County Safety
      • Familiarity with compliance of all CalOSHA, Federal laws, and regulations such as the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
• Bibliographic Services (Collection Development, Acquisition, and Cataloging)
  • Manage branch materials acquisition and collection development for the Bibliographic Services Unit.
  • Plan and develop programs to acquire, distribute and enhance specialized collections to serve the needs of the local community.
  • Catalog in a variety of formats, including e-resources, serials and metadata for digital images.
  • Lead the library in keeping current with evolving cataloging and metadata standards.
  • Serve on a variety of internal OCPL committees established to identify, clarify and formulate uniform policies and procedures.
• Library Trainer
  • Oversee Staff Development and Training Programs for OC Public Libraries staff.
  • Develop and facilitate department onboarding and new employee orientation programs.
    
  • Determine training needs through investigation, consultation, and evaluation of requests; recommends training programs to management in order to meet these needs.
    
  • Plan, organize, supervise, and participate in the conduct of training programs in such areas as employee orientation, technical and specialized skills, employee and management development, and supervision.
    
  • Create on demand videos for the public on library services and databases.
    
  • Schedule guest lecturers or instructors.
    
  • Act as department liaison with OCCR Learning & Development and Eureka.
    
  • Create and maintain department training website.
    

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS & CORE COMPETENCIES
The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge and experience in the following core competencies:

TECHNICAL EXPERTISE

• Applying principles and modern methods of library science and public business administration including organization, budgetary preparation, and control of branch collections.
• Demonstrating ability to use various computer software and online programs such as Microsoft Suite, Zoom, Canva, video editing platforms, library databases, and the integrated library system (ILS).
• Conducting research, maintaining statistical records, completing reports, and effectively using email for business purposes.
• Developing and implementing library programs and services such as Story Times, Book Clubs, Craft Clubs, Film Discussions, Career Workshops, Summer Reading programs, Teen programs, guest speakers, author events, etc.
• Understanding principles and techniques of selection, placement, supervision, and library staff training.

LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT SKILLS

• Leading and empowering library staff to deliver effective, high-quality library service.
• Providing library staff and volunteers with training and guidance in the procedures and practices of a public library.
• Evaluating and supervising staff and volunteers; assigning duties, establishing work procedures and schedules, and reviewing the work of subordinate library staff.
• Demonstrating ability to organize work, set priorities, and meet critical time deadlines.
• Demonstrating ability to work effectively with representatives of outside agencies / departments in developing professional relationships.
• Creating and presenting public presentations with effective public speaking skills.

CUSTOMER SERVICE & INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Analyzing patron requests to determine needed information and assisting in furnishing or locating that information.
• Maintaining positive public relations through communication and promotion of the library's values, services, accomplishments, and needs to all stakeholders.
• Demonstrating the impact and value of the library to the community through ongoing evaluation and assessment of library services.
• Demonstrating the ability to effectively interact and maintain a professional demeanor when interacting with the public in a variety of complex situation s.
• Demonstrating the ability to exercise appropriate judgment in answering questions, resolving problems, and releasing information.
  
• Successfully handle and resolve complex public service issues
  
  

OC Public Libraries requires employees to work weekends and evenings. These may include Fridays, Saturdays, and/or Sundays, depending on the location. Staff may rotate to other libraries which could result in a schedule change.

Minimum Qualifications
Click here to learn more about the minimum qualifications for the Librarian IV classification as well as the physical & mental requirements and the environmental and work conditions.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS
Application Screening| (Refer/Non-Refer)
Human Resource Services (HRS) will screen applications and supplemental responses for qualifications that meet minimum qualifications, are highly desirable, and are most needed to successfully perform the duties of this job. Only those applicants that meet the qualifications as listed in the job bulletin will be referred to the next step.

Recorded Structured Oral Interview (rSOI) | (Weighted 100%)
The rSOI is a timed oral interview conducted virtually through an online vendor. Applicants will be asked a series of structured questions designed to elicit the applicant's qualifications for the job. All applicant responses will be video recorded so that they can be evaluated against pre-determined criteria by a panel of job knowledge experts. Only the most successful candidates will be placed on the eligible list.

Based on the Department's needs, the selection procedures listed above may be modified. Candidates will be notified of any changes in the selection procedures.

Eligible List
Once the assessment has been completed, HRS will establish an eligible list of candidates. Candidates placed on the eligible list may be referred to a selection interview to be considered for present and future vacancies.

Veterans Employment Preference
The County is committed to providing a mechanism to give preferential consideration in the employment process to veterans and their eligible spouses and will provide eligible participants the opportunity to receive interviews in the selection process for employment and paid internship openings. Please click here to review the policy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EMAIL NOTIFICATION:

Email is the primary form of notification during the recruitment process. Please ensure your correct email address is included in our application and use only one email account.

NOTE: User accounts are established for one person only and should not be shared with another person. Multiple applications with multiple users may jeopardize your status in the recruitment process for any positions for which you apply.

Candidates will be notified regarding their status as the recruitment proceeds via email through the GovernmentJobs.com site. Please check your email folders, including spam/junk folders, and/or accept emails ending with "governmentjobs.com" and "ocgov.com." If your email address should change, please update your profile at www.governmentjobs.com .

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:

Click here for additional Frequently Asked Questions.

For specific information pertaining to this recruitment, contact Jamiee Lang at Jamiee.Lang@occr.ocgov.com.

EEO INFORMATION

Orange County, as an equal employment opportunity employer, encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.


Non-Management Benefits
In addition to the County's standard suite of benefits, such as a variety of health plan options, annual leave and paid holidays--we also offer an excellent array of benefits such as a Health Care Reimbursement Account, 457 Defined Contribution Plan and Annual Education and Professional Reimbursement. Employees are provided a Retirement Plan through the Orange County Employees Retirement System (OCERS).

Please go to the following link to find out more about Defined Benefit Pensions and OCERS Plan Types/Benefits.
http://www.ocers.org/active-member-information

Click here for information about benefits offered to County of Orange employees.

Closing Date/Time: 5/14/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

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