LIBRARIAN IV

Position/Program Information

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

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.

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• 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. Positions in this class must demonstrate awareness of local community trends and issues impacting the Library; be able to make presentations and provide individual and group instruction, exercise independent judgment in performing assignments; and exercise knowledge of the theories, principles, and techniques of librarianship. Incumbents must also possess specialized professional expertise in their particular area of assignment and use current technology to perform librarian duties. Supervisory positions must also exercise knowledge of the principles of supervision, terms and conditions of applicable Memoranda of Understanding, and departmental policies, rules, library locations, and services. As essential functions of the position, incumbents may be required to bend, stoop, squat, twist, reach, work on irregular surfaces, lift objects of moderate weight, and stand or walk for long periods of time.

Essential Job Functions

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.

Public Services Administration
Serves a departmental specialist in the evaluation and selection of library materials customized for each community library's needs, such as books electronic databases, audio-visual, or special materials; guides collection development for the department; manages materials budget for each individual community library; advises and assists field staff in developing collection profiles; provides opportunities for staff to develop reader's advisory skills; assists in the training of staff in collection development activities.

Serves as departmental specialist in managing Early Childhood Services and Programs such as Family Place and storytime; oversees the quality of standards in Early Childhood Library programs; trains staff in practice and theory in developing model Early Childhood Services; provides outreach to groups and agencies that focus on Early Childhood issues and outcomes such as child development, education, health, childcare; consults on the development of library spaces appropriate for toddlers and pre-schoolers; oversees special projects as assigned.

Serves as departmental specialist in managing and developing all aspects of library service for youth, including services for both middle school and high school students; supports reading motivation and learning activities to meet a variety of developmental stages and interests; develops and participates in collaborative programs; orders materials for the Young Teen collection; trains staff to provide quality programs and services for teens; consults in the development of appealing teen spaces in libraries; serves as liaison to various County departments and agencies to support the improvement of library and literacy services for teens including outreach events; represents the Youth Services Coordinator at interagency meetings.

Coordinates Internet services, including keeping content current for the department's website and staff Intranet; develops and implements training; develops, coordinates and supervises public access Internet services; and monitors trends in library technology.

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.

Requirements

There are two options to qualify for this position:

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.

**For a fuller description of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian III, refer to the classification specification Item# 8336 .

**** For a fuller description of Los Angeles County's class of Librarian II, refer to the classification specification Item#8335 .

Additional Information

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%.

Candidates must achieve a passing score of 70% or higher on the examination in order to be added to the eligible register.

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.

No person may compete in this examination more than once every twelve (12) months.

SPECIAL INFORMATION:

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. The County will make an individualized assessment of whether your conviction history has a direct or adverse relationship with the specific duties of the job, and consider potential mitigating factors, including, but not limited to, evidence and extent of rehabilitation, recency of the offense(s), and age at the time of the offense(s). If asked to provide information about a conviction history, any convictions or court records which are exempted by a valid court order do not have to be disclosed.

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.

Plan to submit your online application well in advance of the deadline as you may be required to verify your email address. This only needs to be done once per email address, and if you already have a job seeker account on www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lacounty, you can verify at any time by logging in and following the prompts. This is to enhance the security of your online application and to ensure you do not enter an incorrect email address.

Please add the below email addresses to your email address book and list of approved senders to prevent email notifications from being filtered as spam/junk/clutter 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.

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.

Social Security Number: Please include your Social Security Number for record control purposes. Federal law requires that all employed persons have a Social Security Number.

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 or friend's user ID and password 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 https://lacountylibrary.org/library-locator .

Department Contact Name: Lizette Contreras
Department Contact Phone: 562-940-8434
Contact Email: lcontreras@library.lacounty.gov
Testing Accommodation Contact Information: Lizette Contreras/562-940-8434
California Relay Services Phone: (800) 735-2922
ADA Coordinator Phone: (562) 940-8434
ADA Coordinator Email: JInjijian@library.lacounty.gov
Teletype Phone: (562) 940-8477

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